‘Made that approach’: Big Blues free agent play revealed; Pies’ trade pivot on star — Whispers
Carlton has made an “approach” for one of this year’s in-demand free agents.
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11th May 2026
Why Magpies ‘obviously’ aren’t contending this year... and the eight years of success that led them to this
As Garry Lyon rightly pointed out on AFL 360, Father Time is undefeated.
Ben King to reject rivals, forcing a Collingwood re-think
Collingwood’s pursuit of Gold Coast star Ben King is set to end in frustration, with the key forward refusing to engage with rival clubs as he edges towards a new contract extension.
Let's go girls: Players return to clubs as AFLW pre-season starts
After a long off-season, AFLW players return to their clubs on Monday for the official start of pre-season.
Bookmaker subject to AFL integrity unit probe continues in role for Gold Coast Suns
A bookmaker continues to work inside the Gold Coast Suns’ dressing room while he is subject to an AFL integrity unit investigation, as the competition’s chief executive Andrew Dillon flagged the apparent conflict of interest will be addressed.
AFL back more double header Fridays; Kozzie in the clear over bump; Hill at Sir Doug Nicholls Round launch
The AFL has explained why it’s opted for two matches on a Friday night a number of times this season. Meanwhile, Kysaiah Pickett is free to play against Hawthorn after avoiding a ban over his high contact with an Eagle.
Crows footballer tells fans to 'choose kindness' after social media abuse
Adelaide Crows footballer Josh Rachele has called out fan behaviour after receiving an abusive message online amid an ongoing conversation on mental health in the AFL. .
Match Review Officer explains Butters and Pickett decisions
MRO Michael Christian explains some key decisions from the weekend.
MATCH REVIEW: Pickett learns fate for head-high hit
The Match Review Officer's findings are in from Sunday's games in round nine.
Flying Viking grounded: Saint learns fate for VFL hit
Alix Tauru has been suspended for a late hit in the VFL on Sunday.
Pies dismiss rebuild talk, no timeline on Bobby's return
Matthew Lloyd believes Collingwood has been exposed and needs to rebuild its list, but Lachie Schultz is adamant the Pies are in flag contention.
'Don't want to waste that opportunity': Big Sun eager to grab his chance
Ned Moyle is hoping to grab his chance as the Suns' No.1 ruck.
Coaches' votes, R9: Three-way tie for lead, bizarre split for Giants-Bombers
The coaches' votes for the round nine games are in.
AFL boss has his say on Friday night double-headers
While having two games in the primetime Friday night slot has divided opinion, the League will use it again when the fixturing for rounds 16-22 is confirmed.
'Work to do': AFL targets Indigenous player boost
The AFL has launched a First Nations Impact Fund as it aims to grow First Nations representation.
The coffee banter with Caddy that spurred Giant to victory against old mates
Jayden Laverde spent the morning catching up with his old Essendon mates, before getting the better of them at Engie Stadium on Saturday evening.
Reaction Time: Your club's Urgency Index after round nine
Riley Beveridge takes a look at the hot topic at your club this week.
Hand surgery not set to derail Pies skipper's pre-season
Ruby Schleicher is adamant a hand injury won't impede her start to the AFLW pre-season.
AFL to plough funds into addressing racism as league grapples with Indigenous drop-off
The AFL will divert around $300,000 from Indigenous guernsey sales towards initiatives designed to address culturally unsafe environments and racism, as the league grapples with a growing trend of First Nations players leaving the game.
Around the state leagues: Draft hopefuls shine, top-10 prospect returns
All the action from the women's state leagues around the country.
AFL Rd 9 Report Card: Abnormal flaw in Pies fail; contender restores flag credentials
One perfect performance — and one fail — from a weekend with close results across the board.
Why an opera singer has become a high performance resource for AFL players
How Australia's Phantom of the Opera is lending his high-performance experience to AFL players across the League.
Pies’ Pendles call in calendar clash; AFL’s brutal cull revealed after timekeeping error — Daily
The AFL has taken action after a second timekeeping error this year occurred over the weekend.
'Sickening' Richmond injury list grows
James Hird and Jimmy Bartel discuss Richmond's horror injury list.
Team whispers: Hawks pair sidelined, a watch on star forward
Stay up to date with all the latest teams news ahead of round 10.
New voice, same focus: Fresh start fuels renewed optimism for Demons
Melbourne is embracing a fresh era under new coach Tom Wilson, who took the reins from premiership mentor Mick Stinear.
Woeful rabble v flag contenders: a tale of two AFL clubs in Western Australia
The once-mighty Eagles are a shadow of their former selves while the Dockers are flying high; the contrast between them could not be more stark . It might be only a third of the way through the AFL season, but the two Western Australia-based teams have never been more diametrically opposed in their pursuit of a premiership.
10th May 2026
Game half-full: Nicks optimistic about Crows' win, Tigers injuries frustrating Yze
Adelaide's turnaround after a slow start pleases Matthew Nicks, player availability a big problem at Richmond.
Giants skipper emerges as shock ‘plan B’ option for big free agency suitor as contract talks put off
Giants skipper Toby Greene has emerged as a “plan B” option for Geelong if it misses out on Zak Butters in free agency.
Pendlebury is still so important to Collingwood at 38. Who are the other players demanding his place?
Scott Pendlebury prompted more debate about how and when he is being used and whether marketing decisions took priority. But the criticism that his imminent record-breaking game is overshadowing football decisions is glib.
Talking Points: Verdict on Pendles move... and how it could backfire on Pies; draft steal busts AFL myth
A great has hit back at backlash surrounding Scott Pendlebury’s record game.
Cal-culations: Six clubs await Neale's call as Lion hits career highs
In Cal-culations, Callum Twomey looks at Lachie Neale's future and takes a deep dive into how footballers are handling social media problems.
‘Need games under your belt’: Tigers stay firmly focused on AFL rebuild
The Tigers’ bid to end an MCG win drought dating to last July falls short, unable to hang on to a slender half-time lead over Adelaide. “I don’t really care about the noise around rebuilds, and people’s philosophies around that. We know that it can work,” coach Adem Yze said later.
Kysaiah Pickett has nervous MRO wait as Demons make light work of West Coast
Melbourne have recorded their first win since their controversial decision to sack CEO Paul Guerra just seven months into the job as the team’s spirited performances continue full steam ahead under rookie coach Steven King.
Nine things we learned: High-risk Magpies need a backline fix
It just keeps getting better for the Demons, a defender has never forgiven Ross Lyon for delisting him, plus more lessons from round nine.
Dawson lifts Crows to get past improving Tigers
Richmond impressed early to lead at half-time but couldn't keep up as Adelaide turned on the jets.
King confident no case to answer for Kozzy's high hit
Melbourne coach Steven King has defended star Dee Kysaiah Pickett's head-high hit on Jake Waterman.
MATCH REVIEW: Swans gun among half a dozen hit with penalties
The match review findings from Saturday's round nine matches are in.
Dees delight with cruisy 32-point win over Eagles
Melbourne has defeated West Coast by 32 points at Marvel Stadium.
‘Fantastic’ star explodes in role shift; Crows flex after coach’s bake — 3-2-1
Izak Rankine was at his blistering best and Adelaide fired in a nine-goal second half to fight off a plucky Richmond at the MCG, 14.14 (98) to 9.7 (61).
Brownlow fancy in hot water after high bump
Kozzy Pickett will face MRO scrutiny for this high bump on Jake Waterman.
Crows surge past Tigers with strong second half, Dees down Eagles
Adelaide breaks the shackles after the main break to down a plucky Richmond, as the Demons have a comfortable win over the Eagles who lose a key defender to another concussion.
Kysaiah Pickett ‘sweats’ on MRO ban after heavy collision in win as Eagle’s crude concussion run extends
A five-goal haul to Melbourne’s Jacob van Rooyen has continued his side’s strong start to 2026, defeating West Coast by 32 points at Marvel Stadium.
Tigers swing late change for Crows clash. LIVE from 3.15pm AEST
Follow all the action from Sunday's round nine games.
‘Light the fire!’: Jeremy Cameron leaves Fox Footy panel in stitches with hilarious post-game party confession
Geelong superstar Jeremy Cameron has given a hilarious insight into the club’s delayed celebrations for 200-gamer Tom Stewart, after a thumping nine-goal win over Collingwood on Saturday night.
'Desperate for relevance': Scott rips GWS after banner jibe
Essendon coach Brad Scott rinses GWS after they ridiculed the Bombers with their banner message.
Fears for Eagles veteran after ugly knee injury
West Coast veteran Jamie Cripps suffered a knee injury in the WAFL that may end his career.
New AFL boss on Tassie entry date, the 20th team and international expansion
New AFL Chair Craig Drummond sat down with AFL.com.au's Damian Barrett for a wide-ranging interview.
Women's players sick of being told 'don't bite the hand that feeds you'
Players from various codes across the country will protest gender-based violence and call for greater accountability from clubs when instances of mistreatment arise. .
New order: AFL Commission set for huge shake-up under new boss
As part of a wide-ranging interview with this masthead, AFL chairman Craig Drummond said the league is “150 per cent” committed to the Giants staying in Sydney.
No Pendlebury, no Moore: The Pies need superhero Daicos to don his cape
The Magpies’ Friday-night blockbuster against the ladder-leading Swans was already shaping as mission impossible. It became that bit harder after a brutal night against Geelong.
Pies to stick to Pendles plan despite heavy loss, injury concerns
Craig McRae says Scott Pendlebury will be rested next week ahead of his record-breaking game.
Craig McRae laments ‘major’ Pies worry, takes issue with Daicos criticism after Cats collapse
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has made a host of admissions around where his Magpies went wrong in their 54-point defeat at the hands of Geelong.
9th May 2026
Saints sweat on injuries to star duo, winning Suns with woes of their own
Ross Lyon says Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera and Callum Wilkie in doubt for next round, Hardwick happy with 'maturing' side.
Pendles' historic night ruined as Cats flex their muscles over Pies
Geelong was far too strong for Collingwood as Scott Pendlebury equalled the VFL/AFL games record.
Suns' Darwin dominance continues with win over battered Saints
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera was a late withdrawal and Callum Wilkie left hurt but St Kilda threw everything at Gold Coast.
‘Pretty desperate for some relevance’: Brad Scott left unimpressed by Giants banner as cheeky rivals cash in
Essendon coach Brad Scott hinted he wasn’t too pleased with the Giants’ latest cheeky pre-game banner, which poked fun at two unfortunate narratives surrounding the Bombers.
Moore concussed by bump
Collingwood captain Darcy Moore cops a bump to the head and is ruled out with concussion.
'Desperate for some relevance': Scott responds to Giants' banner jibe
Brad Scott responded after the Giants' pre-game banner mocking the Bombers' finals drought.
CAT CRASH! Pendles’ record-equalling night ruined by seven-goal blitz as Pies implode after half-time
On a night that was meant to celebrate Scott Pendlebury’s record-equalling 432nd AFL game, Geelong crashed the legend’s party in emphatic fashion, overrunning his Collingwood side by nine goals on Saturday night.
Darwin streak hits nine for ‘out of sorts’ Suns as Saints struggle without injured stars
The Gold Coast Suns recovered from a horror start to run out 29-point winners over an injury-hit St Kilda on Saturday night.
Star Swans set to return, Clarkson praises North's pressure
Sydney is set to welcome back a host of big names for its game against Collingwood.
Butters' contentious bump on Bulldog
Port Adelaide superstar Zak Butters lays a contentious bump on the Western Bulldogs' Joel Freijah.
Giants overcome gallant Bombers for important win
The Giants have battled past the Bombers for an important win.
Around the state leagues: Bomber's strong showing, Cat returns, MRO watch on Saint
Check out all the best players from this weekend's VFL, SANFL and WAFL action.
MATCH REVIEW: Butters learns his fate for Bulldogs bump
The Match Review Officer's findings are in from Friday's games in round nine.
CRISIS AVERTED! Giants flip script with ‘hallmark’ 40-pt AFL turnaround to down fearless Dons
An epic 40-point turnaround from GWS in the second half has seen Adam Kingsley’s side pip a fearless Essendon side by 14 points on Saturday evening.
Papley gets last laugh after scuffle with ex-teammate
Tom Papley kicked a goal moments after getting into a brouhaha with former Swans teammate Jacob Konstanty.
Swans hold off brave Roos to move back to top of ladder
Sydney and North Melbourne play out a thriller at Marvel Stadium on Saturday.
Miers takes huge step forward, but 'not out of the woods' yet
Gryan Miers made his return from a knee injury in the VFL on Saturday.
Final teams in as Swans face Roos to open big Saturday. LIVE from 1.15pm AEST
Follow all the action from Saturday's round nine games.
‘Bloody tough!’: Dead-eye Swans survive major scare from ‘unreal’ Roos in 202-point shootout
A sharpshooting Sydney outfit has survived a mini scare on Saturday afternoon, holding off a North Melbourne first-half surge to win by eight points.
‘Not sure if this bit was made public’: Scott’s heartfelt tribute to milestone man Stewart
After the Swans and Giants won heart-stoppers, the Cats were too good for the Magpies and Scott Pendlebury as he equalled the games record of 432 matches.
Cats spoil Magpies' party as concussion floors Moore, Suns down Saints in Darwin
A huge collision sees Darcy Moore concussed as Geelong takes control against Collingwood at the MCG as Gold Coast downs St Kilda in Darwin with star defender Cal Wilkie injured.
Brisbane Lions' Jonathan Brown opens up on recovery from brain tumour
Brisbane Lions champion Jonathan Brown has opened up on his recovery and his family's emotional reaction to the news of a low-grade brain tumour.
‘Desperate for some relevance’: Brad Scott’s barb after GWS’ banner sledge targets Dons
The Giants’ banner on Saturday had nothing under Essendon’s “strengths”, and 7916 days under “weaknesses” – directly referencing the Bombers’ finals win drought.
AFL integrity unit to investigate Gold Coast Suns’ team manager over alleged links to gambling firm
Gold Coast Suns have made an assurance they are acting within AFL rules, despite a key figure inside the club’s dressing room allegedly working with a bookmaking firm which has been subject to disciplinary action by the Victorian regulator for inducing gambling at local footy clubs.
Zak Butters cleared for bump on Joel Freijah ahead of huge free agency call
Port Adelaide coach Josh Carr took a glass half-full approach after another tight loss, this time a two-point heartbreaker to the Western Bulldogs, while the AFL has ruled on a contentious Zak Butters bump.
‘Had tears’: Jonathan Brown opens up on emotional family reaction after discovering brain tumour
Brisbane Lions champion Jonathan Brown has opened up on his recovery from a “ticking time bomb” brain tumour and his family’s emotional reaction.
Stream your team: Watch all VFL games LIVE and FREE
You can watch every game of the 2026 VFL season LIVE on AFL.com.au and the AFL Live Official App.
‘People will make it about your job’: Voss’ emphatic response on coaching future after epic Blues fightback
Carlton coach Michael Voss isn’t concerned about the possibility of being sacked after the Blues slumped to their eighth defeat in nine games despite a gallant second-half display against premiers Brisbane at the Gabba on Friday night.
Brownlow contender in huge trouble for high bump
Port Adelaide star Zak Butters will face MRO scrutiny for this bump against the Dogs.
History suggests Giants turnaround close after slow start to season
Past years point to a winning pattern that could see GWS get back on track for finals.
When you grow up where Kade Chandler did, everything involves the path less travelled
Kade Chandler is right at home on the MCG, a stage that couldn't be further removed from his humble football beginnings.
The question that exposed a massive flaw in the AFL’s fight against homophobia
Inside the complex case of young Saint Lance Collard.
‘The NRL want to kill us’: Banker considers pulling $1 million from AFL academies
Paul Moore’s disappointment comes after the AFL commission recently confirmed changes to player movement starting with the 2026 national draft.
'Can't be comfortable in mediocrity': Voss not accepting inconsistent Blues
Michael Voss says Carlton can't be satisfied by its second half fightback as he lamented another inconsistent performance.
Dogs facing another stint without English after concussion blow
Tim English has been ruled out of next week's clash against Carlton after suffering a concussion against the Power.
‘We are not going to take it from anyone’: The Blues are 1-8, but there are signs of light ahead
One moment typified the Blues’ resolve. It was late in the final term and they were down by 22 points, but they refused to be pushed around any longer.
8th May 2026
Power’s thrilling fightback falls just short as Dogs prevail
The Western Bulldogs have defeated Port Adelaide by two points.
Roaring start saves Lions from brave Blues comeback
Carlton surged home late but couldn't quite make up the first-half deficit as Brisbane held on for an 11-point win.
Umpire in serious pain after collision with Bulldog
An AFL umpire is in serious pain after a collision with Bulldog Ed Richards.
‘Give him some time’: Roos great hits out at Scott ‘naysayers’, makes big Boomer claim over record
North Melbourne great Drew Petrie has hit out at the Brad Scott “naysayers”, reminding the doubters that the Kangaroos didn’t challenge for a premiership until his fifth year in charge at Arden Street.
Young Bulldog kicks ‘most important point of his life’ as Beveridge’s men win a thriller over Port
It wasn’t quite the stuff dreams are made of, but Harvey Gallagher will never forget the finish to this prime-time clash with Port Adelaide at the Adelaide Oval.
Dogs dig deep to clinch classic over Power as last-gasp act seals result in chaotic ending
The Western Bulldogs have withstood a late Port Adelaide charge to dramatically snap a four-game losing streak.
'I don't coach for my job': Voss defiant after latest loss, Dogs edge Port
Carlton coach Michael Voss is frustrated after a close loss to Brisbane, but denies he is coaching for his job, while the Western Bulldogs hold off Port Adelaide despite being held to one goal in the second half.