A $2.8m trade war is set to erupt. Three contenders are arming up... and it could end in ‘disaster’
No player in recent memory has increased their contract value as rapidly as St Kilda’s Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera.
No player in recent memory has increased their contract value as rapidly as St Kilda’s Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera.
Former West Coast Eagles coach Adam Simpson has quashed rumours a return to coaching could be on the horizon, but he stopped short of ruling it out entirely.
One of Collingwood’s biggest stars has reached a contract “stalemate” and is “seriously considering” a move to a rival club.
A second suitor is said to have emerged for unsigned Carlton swingman Jack Silvagni.
The combine invitations are out, headlined by No.1 pick contenders Zeke Uwland, Willem Duursma and Cooper Duff-Tytler. Here’s a peek behind the curtain of the class of 2025.
A pair of Carlton stars are reportedly in doubt to play Fremantle this Sunday, while Essendon has made history by naming its 14th (!) debutant of the season.
The Bulldogs and Giants have played out some absolute classics over the years, and Thursday night’s must-win clash has all the makings of another one.
It’s not just Collingwood looking at signing Jack Silvagni away from Carlton.
Jai Newcombe’s rise from mature-age mid-season draftee to AFL midfield star has been further recognised, signing a long-term deal to remain at Hawthorn.
West Coast chief executive Don Pyke confirms the struggling club will make a formal request for AFL draft assistance after four years in the doldrums.
While nine teams remain in the finals hunt, nine others are about to enter full off-season mode.
Collingwood is toying with a potential positional shift for key forward Dan McStay “as early as this week”.
The Eagles argue that winning 11 games in four years is more pertinent to the argument for needing AFL help than when their last premiership was.
Collingwood coach Craig McRae confirms he has met with Jack Silvagni as Carlton's favourite son moves closer to a once-unthinkable switch to the Blues' fiercest rivals.
Greater Western Sydney coach Adam Kingsley says he’ll have to take a different approach to firing up his captain Toby Greene after taking some of the blame for the outburst in the Sydney derby that resulted in a suspension.
Collingwood’s pursuit of Carlton favourite son Jack Silvagni has gained momentum after coach Craig McRae confirmed he’d met with the out-of-contract Blue.
West Coast have confirmed they will seek draft assistance from the AFL at the end of the 2025 season.
The brilliance of superstars like Marcus Bontempelli, Isaac Heeney and Lachie Neale will be celebrated on Fox Footy via alternate language feeds over the coming weeks, with alternative broadcasts on two upcoming AFL games to be made available.
Channel 9 is under investigation by the AFL following its decision to air behind-the-goals footage of GWS captain Toby Greene appearing to kick Sydney defender Dane Rampe.
An AFL juggernaut is a “near-certainty” to land not one, but two out-of-contract stars this off-season, as one of their own continues to weigh up his future.
No team is perfect, no matter how healthy or convincing their win-loss records might be.
The only thing certain for the Demons as their season draws to a close is that changes are afoot.
The AFL trade developments are flying in as we approach the end of the home and away season.
New AFL football operations boss Greg Swann last week said he had “about 43 pages” of inquiries from clubs upon starting his new role.
The long-term deal between the AFL and its Docklands tenants is not yet official, but details are starting to emerge.
Ahead of its 10th season, amid stagnating crowds and ratings, AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon says the AFLW remains an investment "absolutely worth making".
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Andrew Dillon says Thursday night football is here to stay, but both he and a key league broadcaster will demand some scheduling changes in 2026.
There’s an injury cloud over an emerging Essendon youngster after he missed the club’s Wednesday training session.
Jeremy Howe’s importance to Collingwood this year has been underlined by the fact in the four losses they have had this year Howe has often been missing.
St Kilda's comeback win over Melbourne will go down in Saints folklore, but it wouldn't have been possible without one strategic move that again highlighted the complicated role of the tagger in modern footy.
Brisbane veteran Dayne Zorko says he’s the target of a “witch hunt” after being last week fined by the AFL for using “insulting and profane language” towards match officials.
The AFL has been told to look at new footage of an apparent ugly act by Giants captain Toby Greene during the club’s big win over the Swans.
Giants skipper Toby Greene will escape punishment for attempting to kick Swans opponent Dane Rampe in the groin during Friday night’s Sydney derby.
A lack of tangible improvement at North Melbourne in year three under Alastair Clarkson continues to prompt concern after the club slumped to a disenchanting 101-point loss to Geelong last Saturday.
A powerhouse Victorian club is set to chase Rowan Marshall hard in anticipation of Tom De Koning departing for St Kilda.
GWS captain Toby Greene is caught kicking Sydney defender Dane Rampe in the groin at the start of the 31st Sydney derby.
Melbourne’s devastating “one-in-10,000” loss to St Kilda has come under fresh scrutiny, as the AFL world continues to wrap its head around the inexplicable finish on Sunday evening.
West Coast has a $24 million contract call on its young Pick 1 star – and whether the club should accept a massive counter-offer has split two AFL greats.
Collingwood’s Brody Mihocek has been condemned for his “dangerous” act on a Richmond veteran during Sunday afternoon’s Round 20 clash.
A formal offer from Collingwood for the third-generation Blue has landed.
Saints superstar Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera lifted his team to a miraculous, record comeback win on Sunday afternoon. Hours later, he was lifted – literally – into the air by his coach.
Melbourne defender Steven May has failed in his bid to get a three-game suspension overturned on appeal.
The West Coast Eagles confirm Harley Reid will miss the last month of the AFL season with an ankle injury, before the rising star indicates on social media that he may be planning to remain in WA.
The race for the top eight continues apace, with all spots still up for grabs. Who will make it, and who will miss out?.
Melbourne has been unsuccessful in their fight to overturn Steven May’s three-match ban at the AFL Appeals board, in a last-ditch bid to free him for this weekend’s clash with West Coast.
AFLW burst onto the scene nine years ago with a lockout crowd but since then, crowds have dwindled. Here's how the league plans to get them back up.
The Saints superstar was last seen riding on the shoulders of coach Ross Lyon at the Brighton Hotel. His price may not have peaked yet.
Melbourne’s President Brad Green has written to members sympathising with their frustration after Sunday’s gut-wrenching loss, vowing to do what is needed to return the club to the top of the ladder.
Melbourne captain Max Gawn concedes he failed to “nail” the dramatic final few moments of Sunday’s stunning loss to St Kilda that has put coach Simon Goodwin’s future in the spotlight.
It was the most extreme round of highs and lows in recent memory — including five fails and five perfect grades.
AFL legend Jimmy Bartel grills Melbourne after the Demons let a huge lead slip and St Kilda sealed an epic comeback victory.
St Kilda pulled off a memorable comeback victory achieved by reeling in the biggest deficit at three-quarter-time in VFL/AFL history - 46 points. Here are the key moments from a thrilling final term.
North Melbourne has been urged to simplify its defensive system after an ugly “breakdown” in a 101-point loss to Geelong amid a call for trade recruit Caleb Daniel to face the selection axe.
There’s fears rival clubs could raid disgruntled Essendon stars after the club’s injury crisis has “put them back 12 months.”.
A death threat is directed at Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin after his side gave away a 46-point three-quarter time lead in a loss to St Kilda.
St Kilda great Nick Dal Santo says the club should “give him the chequebook” when it comes to re-signing superstar Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera.
What the heck just happened!? .
After trailing by 46 points at three-quarter time, and amid farcical confusion, St Kilda boots a goal through Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera after the full-time siren to complete an insane comeback win.
Melbourne’s leaders have been called out for their dying seconds “panic” in the historic six-point loss to the Saints on Sunday.
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin won’t take further action against a threatening post on social media that was referred to the AFL’s integrity unit.
Geelong enjoyed a feast on Saturday against the Roos, who were like lambs to the slaughter.
The AFL is working to identify the person behind a social media post about Simon Goodwin that sparked a report by Melbourne to the league’s integrity unit, but the Demons coach doesn’t want to take the matter any further.
There are fears over the severity of Lachie Sullivan’s knee injury amid the possibility he could miss the rest of the season, as the Pies’ selection squeeze takes another turn.
Melbourne's Jake Bowey lays an ugly tackle on St Kilda's Jack Higgins.
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera capped his brilliant season with two clutch goals in the final eight seconds of play to complete an extraordinary comeback from 46 points down at three-quarter-time.
A top-heavy season means with a month left, we have a ridiculous race to 15 wins which could still catch somebody out... and nobody has ever even missed the top eight with 14 before.
Demons gun Jake Bowey is in hot water for a brutal tackle on Jack Higgins.
Nick Daicos was at his precocious best at the MCG on Sunday as he led the team to their first victory for three games to keep their hold on top spot.
Jeremy Cameron kicks ten goals in a singular match for the first time in his career.
St Kilda's Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera kicks a game-winning goal after the siren as the Saints overturn a 46-point three-quarter time deficit to stun Melbourne at Docklands Stadium.
Nick Daicos has led Collingwood back to the winner’s list and into first place on the ladder again with a win over a plucky Tigers.
Questions continue to be asked of North Melbourne’s on-field identity after a “sickening” 101-point loss to Geelong on Saturday night amid more evidence of a failed draft gamble.
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir has urged his team to become more ruthless after being left to rue yet another missed opportunity to build percentage.
In place of a series of high-profile departures is a big group of exciting kids – seven of them selected within the first 28 picks of last year’s draft – who promise a brighter future at Punt Road.
Geelong gun Bailey Smith shares a few words with a spectator in the crowd.
Harley Reid takes a cheeky swipe at critics as he signals for them to silence after nailing a goal.
Dockers defender Karl Worner admits he’s learnt a lesson and won’t be gesturing to the scoreboard any time soon.
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera has delivered one of the most incredible victories in St Kilda’s history in an absolute thriller at Marvel Stadium.
Gold Coast have shrugged Brisbane’s QClash chokehold and cemented their top-eight standing with a historic 66-point AFL win.
The Cats embarrassed the Roos and the Crows dominated the Power, putting veteran coaches Alastair Clarkson and Ken Hinkley in the spotlight.
Gold Coast's Bailey Humphrey boots a goal from 55 metres out as the Suns pile more pain on the Lions.
Jeremy Cameron put on his Superman cape with a career-best 11 goals and Geelong demolished North Melbourne by 101 points.
Adelaide have fired yet another warning shot to the rest of the competition, shooting out the lights in torrential weather to gruesomely defeat cross-town rivals Port Adelaide by 98 points.
Fremantle have secured another important win in their bid for finals this season, knocking over bitter rivals West Coast by 49 points on Saturday evening.
Star Giants skipper Toby Greene has now been charged more times than Carlton great David Rhys-Jones.
They’re calling it Adam Kingsley’s biggest spray of all time — sparking the Giants’ incredible 79-point turnaround on Friday night at ENGIE Stadium.
Geelong skipper Patrick Dangerfield helps himself to a post-match meal after being subbed off against the Kangaroos, as Adelaide puts Port Adelaide to the sword in the second half of the Showdown.
Gold Coast has made QClash history in a boilover result, smashing a hapless Brisbane outfit by 66 points at a slippery People First Stadium.
A once-thriving "footy factory" in the outback that launched AFL careers has remained unusable amid years of delays to upgrades. It's sparked concerns among AFL players who got their start on the field.
Lions coach Chris Fagan says the suggestion that former Brisbane star Joe Daniher will come out of retirement to play in Melbourne ranks among “the great jokes of all time”.
Patrick Voss’ match-winning performance against the Magpies at the MCG served as a reminder of the power of patience for big men.
Not since the start of this century have the clubs used their constitutional muscle to remove a commissioner.
There were no words on the banner the Giants ran through before they faced the Swans, one word that could get Toby Greene in strife, and quite a few words from Adam Kingsley at half-time that turned the tide.
A candid Brad Scott has once again pointed to the inexperience plaguing his injury-hit Essendon side, as another key player joins the club’s growing casualty list.
Giants captain Toby Greene is facing a week on the sidelines following a strike on Sydney rival Isaac Heeney — on the same night he delivered a blunt verbal barb at a Swans livewire.