How Freo's Friday night flop inspired premiership push Fremantle's path to premiership glory hasn't been a straightforward one, with last year's loss to their former coach Ross Lyon proving to be a turning point. AAP · Sep 24
'Paid off': Cobbo named Queensland's best after promise Queensland winger Selwyn Cobbo justified his State of Origin recall by winning the Ron McAuliffe Medal at the QRL awards night. AAP · Sep 24
Longley feels 'bit of a goose' for aiding Dockers' foes Three-peat NBA champion and forever Dockers fan Luc Longley is copping it from Fremantle mates for handing out tips to grand final rivals Brisbane mid-season. AAP · Sep 24
Kylie fans will finally be so lucky at footy's big day A homegrown superstar has promised fans a show like no other when she headlines a pre-game entertainment line-up at the AFL grand final for the first time. AAP · Sep 24
Me-versus-me: why To'o is now the hunter at Penrith Brian To'o enters Penrith's preliminary final with a point to prove. Not to anyone else, but to himself after his shock NSW State of Origin axing in July. AAP · Sep 24
Lions' scars enrich Brisbane's AFL flag fortunes Spare a thought for Daniel Rich, who retired after 275 AFL games for the Brisbane Lions just as the side hit their premiership-winning straps. AAP · Sep 23
Why Zorko was 'disappointed' with Lions' prelim epic Brisbane might have won an all-time classic to book their spot in another AFL grand final, but Lions veteran Dayne Zorko came away with some disappointment. AAP · Sep 23
President talks up Bombers as Merrett weighs up future Essendon president Andrew Welsh has spoken expansively about the issues facing the AFL wooden spooners as they await Zach Merrett's call on his playing future. AAP · Sep 23
'Concerning' steps taken by chess pro's alleged stalker A middle-aged man whose alleged stalking of a chess player coincided with her being detained twice overseas has lost his bid for bail. AAP · Sep 23
AFL umpire felt 'threatened, intimidated' by Hawks duo AFL umpire Hayden Meyer says he felt threatened and intimidated when a pair of Hawthorn stars confronted him after a thrilling preliminary final at the MCG. AAP · Sep 23
'Very hopeful': Neale faces media as Lions appeal ban Brisbane star Lachie Neale has addressed media at Melbourne Airport as the Lions attempt to appeal his ban for the AFL grand final. AAP · Sep 22
AFL backs whistleblowers for grand final duties Hayden Meyer and Nick Foot will officiate in the AFL grand final between Fremantle and Brisbane despite being caught up in controversies this season. AAP · Sep 22
'It sucks': Daicos on next goals after Brownlow win Superstar midfielder Nick Daicos insists Collingwood can soon challenge again for the AFL premiership following this year's slide to 10th. AAP · Sep 21
Gallop takes surprise positional switch in stride Versatile Lion Ty Gallop is preparing for his second AFL grand final, playing a completely different position, in just his 27th game. AAP · Sep 21
AAP · Sep 21 No Nicking this one: Daicos claims first Brownlow Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos has won his first Brownlow Medal with a record 47 votes.
AAP · Sep 21 Glitz and red carpet glamour on AFL's night of nights The red carpet has been rolled out ahead of the 2026 Brownlow Medal presentation with AFL stars and their partners turning out in style.
AAP · Sep 20 Neale or no Neale? Tribunal to rule on grand final ban Brisbane will challenge Lachie Neale's one-match ban at the AFL tribunal in a bid to free the star midfielder to play in the grand final against Fremantle.
AAP · Sep 20 AFL bans loom for bottle-throwing Hawthorn fans Hawthorn fans who threw bottles at umpires after a controversial finals exit face lengthy bans if identified by the AFL and Victoria Police.
AAP · Sep 19 'Bonkers': Lions, Hawks produce all-time AFL classic In the midst of his devastation, Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell acknowledged their AFL preliminary final loss to Brisbane was a game for the ages.
AAP · Sep 19 Lions star Lohmann explains going from zero to hero After a quiet first-half, Brisbane forward Kai Lohmann turned it on during an epic third quarter to inspire the Lions to an epic preliminary-final triumph.
AAP · Sep 19 Lions lean into experience in three-peat chase Brisbane are within touching distance of a third-straight premiership and coach Chris Fagan hopes experience holds sway in the grand final against Fremantle.
AAP · Sep 19 Hawks and their fans rage after devastating AFL loss Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell spoke of mourning after they lost an epic AFL preliminary final, with a controversial umpiring decision pivotal at the end.
AAP · Sep 19 Hugh is McClutch with match-winning goal for Lions After battling with injuries this season, Brisbane midfielder Hugh McCluggage produced when it counted in the epic preliminary final against Hawthorn.
AAP · Sep 19 Lions break Hawk hearts to set up shot at AFL hat-trick Brisbane will play Fremantle in next Saturday's AFL grand final after a controversial free kick was pivotal in their epic preliminary final win over Hawthorn.
AAP · Sep 19 Demons claim top spot, Geelong forward scores screamer Melbourne have kept their perfect start to the AFLW season intact, while Geelong stormed home to claim their fifth straight victory.