BREAKING: Blues set to announce Fraser as full-time senior coach after stunning charge into finals
Josh Fraser is Carlton’s man.
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17th August 2026
AFL Report Card, Round 23: Concerns emerge from chaotic draws; huge dent in contender’s flag chances
Six A-grades and two fails have been assessed from the penultimate weekend of the home-and-away season.
Fraser set to land Blues job after stunning stint as interim
The Blues are set to appoint Josh Fraser as their senior coach on a full-time basis.
Swans CEO 'shocked' by allegations
Sydney Swans CEO Matthew Pavlich confirms that the police are investigating in an incident involving several players in a Melbourne hotel.
‘Shocked and disappointed’: Swans boss speaks as players investigated over alleged sexual assault
Police are investigating an alleged sexual assault involving Sydney Swans players in Melbourne on Sunday night.
Reaction Time: Your club's Urgency Index after round 23
Riley Beveridge takes a look at the hot topic at your club this week.
Sydney Swans AFL players allegedly involved in Melbourne hotel incident
Sydney Swans players have allegedly been involved in an incident in Melbourne on Sunday night, as police investigate an alleged sexual assault. Police were seen at the Pullman Hotel near the MCG on Monday morning where the Swans were staying after their victory over Essendon on Sunday.
Sydney Swans CEO confirms police investigating alleged incident 'involving several players'
The club says the AFL and authorities have been notified about the alleged incident, as police investigate a report of sexual assault.
BREAKING: Sydney Swans boss ‘shocked’ as police probe players over alleged sexual assault
The Sydney Swans have confirmed several players were allegedly involved in an incident as Victoria Police begin investigations into a “report of a sexual assault”.
Swans CEO 'extremely shocked and disappointed' as police investigate
The Swans have released a statement after their players were involved in an alleged incident in Melbourne on Sunday night.
The top 10 is set, but who will play who? Our experts give their predictions
After a season of intrigue, it all comes down to the last round of the home-and-away campaign to confirm the placings inside the top 10. Here are our tips.
Suns young gun makes massive contract call amid rival interest
In-demand Gold Coast youngster Bailey Humphrey makes a huge call on his playing future.
Spruiker or the best coach? Essendon’s coaching decision looms
President Andrew Welsh is due to return from an overseas business trip this week, with a decision on the club’s new senior coach imminent. Whoever wins the gig will need to reclaim the faith of a frustrated group of supporters, who have not seen a win at the MCG since the middle of last season.
In-demand Demon rejects free agency move, signs five-year deal
Tom Sparrow has turned down a huge offer from Port Adelaide to remain at Melbourne.
Trade twist as ‘homesick’ star makes unexpected call; club to quit state league — AFL Daily
A contracted star has made a shock call on his future, while an AFL club has confirmed it will withdraw its reserves team from a state league.
‘Missed a trick’: Precious chance Blues passed up as brutal finals scenario emerges
Carlton has secured an improbable finals berth under Josh Fraser, but it might have “missed a trick” by settling for a draw on Sunday night.
Pies’ $100k wildcard ‘middle finger’; Butters trade twist to spark rival’s Brownlow ‘Plan B’ — AFL Talking Points
Collingwood is primed to test the AFL’s rules around resting players before the wildcard - and while the fine might be hefty, they can’t afford not to focus on the finals.
He just beat Essendon. He could be their coach within days. And the Swans have just spoken out
Sydney coach Dean Cox said the club was prepared for the possibility of key assistant coach Mark McVeigh winning the Essendon coaching role in the lead-up to the Swans’ finals campaign.
In case you missed it: Full recap of the AFLW season's opening round
Missed the opening round of the season? Here's everything you missed.
Two very different AFL draws show why stalemates still have a place in the game
Hawthorn v Collingwood ended in the grey area typical of AFL draws while Western Bulldogs v Carlton was, unusually, cause for mass hysteria . “Sometimes when you win, you really lose. And sometimes when you lose, you really win. And sometimes when you win or lose, you really tie.
16th August 2026
Shape of the 10: Where will your side finish?
Check out all the permutations for the final round of the home and away season.
Swans pleased with emerging forward as Dons coaching call looms
Logan McDonald has kicked 12 goals since round 20, earning praise from coach Dean Cox.
'No one to blame but us': Giants finals hopes vanish
GWS recovered from an early 16-point deficit to kick nine straight goals and beat West Coast by 54 points.
Carlton books wildcard spot as fight erupts
As the half time siren sounds, tempers flare as both sides snap and a fight erupts between Carlton and the Bulldogs.
Giants deliver huge upset with stunning win over Eagles
The Giants have upset the Eagles at Engie Stadium.
Bont's rest could extend as Dogs manage Achilles issue
Marcus Bontempelli is no guarantee to return to face Melbourne in the final round of the season.
No Joshing: The AFL’s second draw in 24 hours confirms Carlton’s stunning run to finals spot
A heart-stopping draw after a second-half arm wrestle with the Western Bulldogs has secured Carlton a wildcard berth and continued their unlikely revival under interim coach Josh Fraser.
Nine things we learned: Melbourne’s new recruit will be a great addition
Port has an intercepting weapon, a Giant resurgence could be on the cards plus more lessons from round one.
Nine things we learned: This midfield star is ready for a big September
Collingwood's kids are alright, a Power tall should be proud of his season plus more lessons from round 23.
Swans fend off gritty Bombers, lock in top two
Essendon got within two goals before Sydney kicked away in the final term.
Every contender’s best and worst finish, and AFL’s first 10-team finals bracket predicted — The Run Home ahead of Round 24
Nine games to decide the 10. Then 11 games to find the one.
The AFL’s quirky rule exposed amid frenzy of Saturday night’s draw
Hawthorn would not have won had they attempted to rush the ball through for a behind. That’s different if Collingwood punched it through. Weird, isn’t it?.
Cal-culations: The platform is there, now the Roos need to launch
In Cal-culations, Callum Twomey looks at a possible farewell game for Toby Greene, why North has to rise in 2027 and more.
They're in! Blues' EPIC draw with Dogs secures finals, season over for Saints, Giants
Carlton and the Western Bulldogs draw to secure the Blues a spot in finals.
Contender locks in crucial finals advantage after 29-year best as valiant Dons fall short
Sydney has locked away a home qualifying final for the second time in three years on Sunday evening, defeating Essendon by six goals at the MCG.
REJOICE, BLUES! Carlton clinches finals spot in chaotic Dogs draw that felt like a win
Carlton punched its finals ticket with a thrilling tie with the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium on Sunday.
Swans secure two home finals, Gulden picks up 47 touches in Dons demolition
Sydney sit two games clear of third place with one game left and are guaranteed two home finals. Meanwhile, the Demons have been dealt a major blow, with Jacob van Rooyen set to miss the club’s finals campaign.
Port overpowers Dockers to make round one statement
Under new coach Glenn Strachan, the Power have beaten the Dockers in Perth.
Key Magpie on verge of suspension ahead of finals
Beau McCreery is treading a fine line ahead of Collingwood's finals campaign.
Demons to appeal young forward's ban for swinging arm on Aliir at Tribunal
The Match Review findings from Saturday's round 23 games are in.
Giants power past Eagles to remain alive in wildcard hunt
Greater Western Sydney keeps its faint wildcard hopes alive with a commanding performance against West Coast.
Giants and Eagles face off in last game of R1. LIVE from 4.35pm AEST
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BREAKING: Demons cop huge finals blow as star learns fate for ‘diabolical’ coathanger
Jacob van Rooyen’s season is hanging by a thread after the Melbourne forward received a hefty ban for the high hit that concussed Port Adelaide defender Aliir Aliir.
Shock ‘new favourite’ in four-club Butters race; Blue’s admission over future — Trade Whispers
A fresh twist in the Zak Butters sweepstakes has come to light.
Swans produce fightback to overcome Crows in thriller
The Swans have charged home to overcome the Crows in a thriller.
Lions prove too good for Bombers as Davidson kicks four
A fast start has helped the Lions to a comfortable win over the Bombers.
Desperate draw seals wildcard for Blues as history made at Docklands
AFL history is made with a second draw in a round for the first time in 1977, as Carlton hang on to seal a wildcard spot, and the Swans seal second place.
Giants’ epic spree goes in vain after rival ruins wildcard dream with cruel draw
It only ended up being for an extra couple of hours, but GWS kept their 2026 wildcard hopes alive with a comfortable nine-goal win over West Coast on Sunday afternoon.
Matthew Lloyd opens up on a potential return to Essendon
Matthew Lloyd has spoken about his desire to return and help Essendon, but it won't be next year.
The 'heroic effort' that saved Pies from defeat
The Sunday Footy Show team unpack the Collingwood-Hawthorn draw.
Crows legend calls time on career
Adelaide Crows legend Taylor Walker announces his retirement from the AFL.
‘Got to get better’: Dimma’s key admission on struggling star’s woes after four-year low
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick admits he’s yet to work out how to get the best from his prized recruit Christian Petracca following another quiet performance from the former Melbourne star.
McRae ponders resting key Magpies for Lions clash
Collingwood will be a watch at selection for its match against Brisbane on Friday night.
Key Demon faces nervous MRO wait with AFL finals near after high shot
Melbourne forward Jacob van Rooyen faces a nervous wait for the match review officer after collecting a "flat" Aliir Aliir during the Demons' commanding 20.12 (132) to 8.8 (56) win over Port Adelaide. .
‘Not just for the sake of it’: Pies coach’s call on glaring issue as finals reality laid bare by draw
Collingwood coach Craig McRae insisted he would not rest players “just for the sake of it” next week despite being almost certainly locked into the inaugural “wildcard” round in a fortnight’s time after a stunning repeat draw against Hawthorn.
‘Certainly odd’: Moment that left Mitchell baffled after stunning Hawks-Pies draw repeat
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell admitted he could not believe that his side played out another draw against Collingwood at the MCG on Saturday night.
Port star's milestone match ends early
Aliir Aliir's 200th match for Port Adelaide ended early when he was subbed off with a concussion after a horror hit from Jacob van Rooyen.
One plays AFLW, the other AFL. On Sunday, their grandma gets to watch both
With two grandkids who usually play on opposite coasts, this weekend's AFL/AFLW double-header is the trip of a lifetime for Ella Roberts and Joe Fonti's grandmother.
Crows skipper on hosting, going solo and learning to live with Lions
Ebony Marinoff is now Adelaide's sole captain and has embraced the responsibility, bringing draftee Chloe Bown into her home.
Why the Hawks and Pies both won out of their historic draw
On a night the same two clubs played in their second draw in the same season for the first time in VFL/AFL history, both Collingwood and Hawthorn had reason to celebrate.
Key Demon faces nervous MRO wait after brutal Aliir blow
Jacob van Rooyen caught Alliir Aliir high in the Port Adelaide defender's 200th AFL match.
Mitchell left helpless, McRae celebrates 'small wins' after historic draw
Sam Mitchell and Craig McRae sat on opposite sides of the fence after their teams played out another draw.
15th August 2026
Demons thrash Power to stay in the hunt for top-four finish
The Demons have cruised to a comfortable win over the Power.
Lightning strikes twice! Hawks and Pies play out second remarkable draw
It is the first time two teams have drawn twice against each other in the same season.
‘Trying to be a superstar’: The mindset shift behind Ashcroft’s latest exploits
The Brisbane Lions have shown some fresh signs of life in their quest for a third-straight premiership. Their Gold Coast take down could be just the start.
Dogs prove too good for wayward young Suns in the wet
With 10 debutants in its line up Gold Coast gave everything but couldn't match the experienced Western Bulldogs.
'That's up to me': Hardwick takes blame for Petracca's quiet month
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick says it's his responsibility to figure out how best to use star recruit Christian Petracca.
Roos' stunning start 'unsustainable', fresh injury concerns for Cats
While the Roos' start against the Cats was pleasing, Alastair Clarkson said it was "unsustainable".
A DRAW… AGAIN! Hawks, Pies can’t be split after star’s agonising kick after the siren
An uncanny case of deja va occurred at the MCG on Saturday night as Hawthorn and Collingwood played out a second draw against each other in the same season.
No.1 pick impresses as new-look Tigers too good for Pies
An strong debut by Olivia Wolmarans a bonus in Richmond's opening round win over Collingwood.
Around the state leagues: Dees veteran returns, omitted Dog concussed, Roos father-son fires
Check out all the best players from this weekend's VFL, SANFL and WAFL action.
Lions put lacklustre Suns to the sword in QClash mauling
Brisbane has defeated Gold Coast by 42 points.
Cats survive Roos scare to keep top-four chances alive
The Cats have overcome the Kangaroos in an enthralling clash.
Yze rues 'embarrassing' farewell letdown, Saints' composure lauded
Adem Yze says he is disappointed with Richmond's efforts considering the emotional importance of the game.
TOP FOUR ROAR! Lions continue dominance over bitter rival to further double chance hopes
Brisbane has taken their dominance over Gold Coast to new heights on Saturday evening, defeating their cross-state rivals by seven goals to further their top four hopes.
EXHALE! 54-pt turnaround stuns as cool Cats claw home over brave Roos in wild ‘tennis match’
Geelong has completed a remarkable comeback from 39 points down to defeat North Melbourne, 19.11 (125) to 17.8 (110), finding the answers late in a wild, seesawing contest.
Yze fuming in box during Tigers' defeat
Richmond coach Adem Yze was fuming in the box watching his side's loss to St Kilda.
Demons will play finals for the first time since 2023. They might be without their spearhead
While most of the footy-loving public was captivated by the second draw in as many Hawks v Pies clashes this season, an incident at Adelaide Oval is sure to be scrutinised.
Roos’ romp rolls on with thumping of Cats making 28 straight
North Melbourne's winning streak has remained intact after running over Geelong on Saturday.
Owens boots five as Saints stay in wildcard hunt after Tigers mauling
St Kilda easily accounts for Richmond with a 49-point win which keeps its wildcard hopes alive.
Last-ditch spoil leads to historic second Hawks-Pies draw this season
Dylan Moore's shot after the siren fails to make the distance as Hawthorn and Collingwood draw with each other for the second time this season. Meanwhile, Jacob van Rooyen finds himself in hot water in Melbourne's big win over Port Adelaide.
Saints’ waning wildcard dream stays alive as young gun crashes Tigers’ farewell party
St Kilda has kept their slim wildcard hopes alive for at least another day, defeating Richmond by 49 points on Saturday afternoon at the MCG.
Suns debut 10 as they take on Bulldogs. LIVE from 7.15pm AEST
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Retiring Magpie to miss monster clash against Hawks. LIVE from 7.40pm AEST
Follow all the action from Saturday's round 23 games.
Demons 'resigned' to Tassie raid
Melbourne coach Steven King admits his club is prepared for Tasmania to steal its talent.
Stream your team: Watch all VFL and VFLW games LIVE and FREE
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‘Tough little bugger’: Freo sweat on star’s nasty injury, skipper scare on eve of finals
The Dockers are optimistic that skipper Alex Pearce’s knee injury scare is nothing major, though young gun Murphy Reid is at risk of missing another week with a nasty injury.
The Tigers 'got left behind', but an off-season overhaul has sparked fresh optimism
After plenty of change in the off-season, Gabby Seymour is looking forward to seeing what the Tigers can produce in 2026.
'Such a unique position': New Swan makes most of access to AFL great
Since moving to Sydney from Brisbane, Taylor Smith has been hitting up Matthew Pavlich for extra advice.
Why Wardlaw reminds 'Shinboner of the Century' of another Roos great
North Melbourne champion Glenn Archer is a huge fan of George Wardlaw.
Rising Dee on 'chat back' from 'Trac', what's scaring his teammates and stopping the game's best
Koltyn Tholstrup has become a key part of the Demons' rise, shutting down some of the game's most dangerous players.
The Lions are a different beast with him. The numbers show it's no illusion
He may be 37 years old but Dayne Zorko remains as crucial as ever to Brisbane's flag charge.
AFL executive salaries are ‘indefensible’: Former commissioner takes aim at head office
Colin Carter said an acceptable wage for an AFL chief executive should be around $1.5 million, which would align the role with that of a university vice-chancellor.
What went wrong for the Suns this year and how 2027 can be much better
Gold Coast went from a maiden finals win last year to sliding down the AFL ladder, but a drought-breaking win in wintry Canberra offered signs of a brighter outlook for 2027.
'Like bringing another coach with us': Nicks defends decision to fly rested veteran west
Matthew Nicks says Taylor Walker's experience made him an extra coach.
14th August 2026
Top of the Docks: Freo clinches minor premiership with gutsy win over Crows
Fremantle wraps up top spot on the ladder with a 24-point win over Adelaide.
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge sent menacing letter demanding $100k, court told
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has spoken out about his anger and frustration after receiving a letter at his home demanding $100,000.
‘Flagmantle’ flex their muscle over Crows; Dons coaching contender says he’s still in the running
Fremantle came up with the big plays in the final term to beat Adelaide in front of a bumper crowd at Optus Stadium.
Two forwards, two mindsets: The contrasting philosophies driving the Hawks and Magpies
The parallel stories of Lachie Schultz and Jack Ginnivan offer insights into the different mindsets and philosophies of Collingwood and Hawthorn.
Freo locks up minor premiership after downing Crows in thriller
Fremantle enhances its premiership credentials by surviving another stiff test against Adelaide at Perth Stadium.