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Brisbane roar back to seal three-peat and break Fremantle hearts in AFL grand final classic

The Brisbane Lions secured a historic third-straight AFL premiership, defeating Fremantle 14.12 (96) to 12.17 (89) at the MCG in a barely believable grand final

The Guardian - AU · Sep 26

Killer Cats pounce on Hawks to go second on AFLW ladder

A midfield masterclass has helped Geelong cruise to a 36-point win over Hawthorn to leap to second place on the AFLW ladder.

AAP · Sep 24

‘The Lions losing will be on me’: Fan superstitions take hold ahead of AFL grand final

Seemingly strange logic make perfect sense to some Brisbane tragics who are convinced the Lions are destined for another September miracle

The Guardian - AU · Sep 24

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Brisbane star Neale still banned for AFL grand final

Brisbane gun Lachie Neale's AFL grand final ban still stands after a dramatic night at the tribunal.

AAP · Sep 21

Merrett talks up McVeigh amid AFL trade speculation

Zach Merrett, Zak Butters and Toby Greene are AFL stars in various stages of working out where they will play next season.

AAP · Sep 21

Geelong coaching coup as AFL premiership great returns

Corey Enright is departing St Kilda to join the AFL coaching ranks of Geelong, where the former All-Australian defender won three flags across 332 games.

AAP · Sep 21

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.

AAP · Sep 19

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Young talent peaking at right time for Freo

Fremantle star Hayden Young is reaping the benefits of a careful management program as he sets his sets on premiership glory.

AAP · Sep 18

Lions star rediscovers best after backing of Fagan

After the toughest season of his glittering career, Brisbane co-captain Hugh McCluggage has returned to form and is eyeing a historic premiership three-peat.

AAP · Sep 18

Giants deny they're rebuilding after Greene's exit

GWS are describing a list overhaul, headlined by Toby Greene leaving for Geelong, as resetting rather than rebuilding.

AAP · Sep 17

Sleepy Hollow to evil empire: how Cats beat the system

Toby Greene's looming move from GWS to Geelong is the latest in a string of draft and trade successes for the perennial powerhouse Cats.

AAP · Sep 17

GWS captain finally makes big call on his future

GWS skipper Toby Greene is leaving the Giants after 15 seasons at the club, electing to move back to Victoria for family reasons.

AAP · Sep 16

AFL finals: where the Sydney v Fremantle preliminary final will be won and lost

The Swans are within touching distance of an unlikely grand final spot while the Dockers have their campaign for a first premiership back on track

The Guardian - AU · Sep 15

'Prove myself': Swans recruit in finals family affair

Sydney recruit Jai Serong has already done his homework on Fremantle ahead of a blockbuster preliminary finals clash, thanks to help from his older brother.

AAP · Sep 14

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AAP · Sep 13

Rayner fined for staging again, Crows defender banned

Brisbane's Cameron Rayner has been fined for staging for the second time this year, marking the third time in the past 12 months he has been accused of diving.

AAP · Sep 13

How Freo spearheads stick tight through thick and thin

Jye Amiss, Pat Voss and Josh Treacy have been a powerful force this season, and the trio didn't let a poor display against Hawthorn hurt their confidence.

AAP · Sep 11

Scott sees the punch line in ARC's controversial call

The AFL world was in disbelief after Cats wingman Oliver Dempsey was denied what looked to be a spectacular goal during his team's 14-point semi-final loss.

AAP · Sep 11

Geelong star in for surgery as Cats dealt knockout blow

Geelong veteran Jeremy Cameron is booked for more surgery on his injured arm and faces a stint on the sidelines after the Cats' AFL finals exit.

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AAP · Sep 11

Dockers claim underdog status as decimated Swans await

Fremantle players have been told the job isn't done yet after they secured a preliminary final berth against Sydney with a 14-point win over Geelong.

AAP · Sep 11

Danger stands tall, star Cats battle in AFL finals exit

Patrick Dangerfield backed it up on the big stage, but other high-profile Cats struggled to make an impact in their AFL semi-final loss to Fremantle.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 11

Fremantle keep AFL premiership dream alive with win against Geelong in finals classic

The Dockers hold off determined Cats for a 14-point victory in their semi-final at Optus Stadium to set up a showdown with the Swans

AAP · Sep 11

Wharfie Time rings as Dockers ride Unicorn into prelim

A dazzling display from the Unicorn helped the Dockers hold off the Cats in a pulsating Perth showdown and gallop into a preliminary final against the Swans.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 11

Fremantle Dockers v Geelong Cats: AFL semi-final – as it happened

The Dockers hold off the Cats with Luke Jackson standing tall for the minor premiers in an all-time classic at Optus Stadium

AAP · Sep 10

No panic: McVee in as Dockers vow to right the wrongs

Fremantle players succumbed to Hawthorn's pressure in last week's AFL qualifying final flop, but Justin Longmuir is backing his team to right the wrongs.

AAP · Sep 9

Ex-Dockers fan sets sights on ending Flagmantle tilt

Fremantle are staring down the barrel of a straight sets finals exit, and a former fan may play a role in ending their premiership dream for 2026.

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