The Long Break

AFL

29th April 2025

Fox Sports

Blues’ brilliant Tribunal record to be tested tomorrow as Roo fights controversial tackle ban — LIVE

Three players will appeal suspensions at the AFL Tribunal over the next 24 hours, with North Melbourne’s Paul Curtis fighting his dangerous tackle ban tonight. Live from 4pm AEST!.

Fox Sports • AFL → 2 hours ago

Fox Sports

AFL draft ‘unicorn’ in Pick 1 race turning heads at clubland as top prospects begin to form

An athletic tall who has been labelled a ‘unicorn’ is turning the heads of AFL recruiters as he stamps himself as a genuine contender to be the No. 1 draft pick this year.

Fox Sports • AFL → 3 hours ago

AFL

'A little more feeling' in QClash after pre-season spot fires

Ahead of a huge QClash, Lions gun Will Ashcroft says Brisbane is ready for whatever Gold Coast throws at it.

AFL • AFL → 4 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘This is on’: Ex-Swans boss at centre of ‘high-level discussions’ to return to AFL coaching

There have reportedly been “high-level discussions” regarding a return to senior coaching for Sydney premiership mentor John Longmire.

Fox Sports • AFL → 4 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘At the very, very top’: Superstar who could earn AFL’s ‘biggest cheque’ yet amid epic form run

Zak Butters’ latest purple patch of form could see rival clubs lining up to offer the Port Adelaide superstar the “biggest cheque” of any player in the next 18 months.

Fox Sports • AFL → 4 hours ago

AFL

Behind only Gawn and Petracca: Debate over Dee's role amid hot form

Back to his best in the backline for the Demons, where Trent Rivers plays for Melbourne moving forward remains to be seen.

AFL • AFL → 4 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Blues star banned for whack

Carlton Blues star Adam Cerra will contest a one-game ban for striking a Geelong opponent.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 4 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Carlton make call on Cerra’s suspension

The Blues have had considerable success in appealing bans over the last four seasons, headlined by the famous Patrick Cripps case in 2022 which allowed the Blues captain to win that year’s Brownlow Medal.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 5 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Race for Longmire kicks off

Sam McClure believes a race is starting for John Longmire's services next year.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 5 hours ago

Fox Sports

AFL 2025: Round 8 Team Tips, predicted sides and squads, ins and outs, team changes, injuries, latest team news

The ladder-leading Pies are set for numerous changes despite riding a six-game winning streak, while a little-known goalkicker is making a strong claim in the reserves for a senior debut.

Fox Sports • AFL → 6 hours ago

AFL

Celebrating Community Umpiring Week

The AFL and broader football community will come together in Round 8 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season to celebrate Community Umpiring Week.

AFL • AFL → 7 hours ago

AFL

LISTEN: Veteran Pie's 'extraordinary' impact, Roo heads to Tribunal

Join Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle for AFL Daily.

AFL • AFL → 9 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Go play against the big boys’: AFL riser’s soft draw in spotlight as full fixture difficulty rankings revealed

It’s been revealed the Gold Coast Suns have had the easiest draw of any AFL club to begin this season, with the full rankings laying bare which sides have had the softest and hardest schedules.

Fox Sports • AFL → 9 hours ago

AFL

'Huge error': Cornes urges Swans to make big captaincy call

Kane Cornes believes the Swans should make a big decision on their captain.

AFL • AFL → 10 hours ago

AFL

Fantasy stocktake: Who to buy and sell ahead of R8

Roy explores all the Fantasy trade options ahead of round eight.

AFL • AFL → 10 hours ago

AFL

Who's in, who's out of our Indigenous All Stars side?

With calls for State of Origin to return, we predict what an Indigenous All Stars team could look like as part of a five-part series.

AFL • AFL → 10 hours ago

AFL

How this Blue's life changed forever in the space of 96 hours

Will White has taken his chance with the Blues, but it's an opportunity he almost missed out on, the forward tells AFL.com.au's Josh Gabelich.

AFL • AFL → 10 hours ago

Fox Sports

Fresh top four threat AFL world should believe in; why QLD derby is historic — Power Rankings

Welcome back to the Power Rankings.

Fox Sports • AFL → 10 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Nick Watson on the words exchanged between him and Jeremy McGovern

Hawthorn's Nick Watson on the bump he copped from West Coast's Jeremy McGovern.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 11 hours ago

28th April 2025

Fox Sports

‘Of course it’s blown up’: Port made their young superstar ‘look like a school kid’ in fiery moment

Four-time premiership Hawk Jordan Lewis believes that Port Adelaide superstar Jason Horne-Francis was made to “look like a school kid” after his three-quarter time conversation with coach Ken Hinkley and senior leaders last Saturday.

Fox Sports • AFL → 18 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Did Hawthorn disrespect West Coast with this move?

The Footy Classified panel discuss Hawthorn's decision to send Tom Barrass forward in the final quarter with the game already over.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 18 hours ago

AFL

Dees appoint Victorian business chief as new CEO

Paul Guerra has been appointed as the Demons new CEO.

AFL • AFL → 19 hours ago

Fox Sports

AFL history says three teams are in 2025’s premiership window. But the current No.1 seed isn’t

One of Fox Footy’s most treasured possessions is back for the 2025 season — the ‘Premiership Window’... and as of Round 8, the competition’s ladder leaders surprisingly aren’t in it.

Fox Sports • AFL → 19 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Eddie McGuire defends the Welcome to Country on Anzac Day

Former Collingwood president Eddie McGuire steps in to defend the performing of the Welcome to Country on Anzac Day, but says the ceremony shouldn't be overdone.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 20 hours ago

AFL

How the Dockers rediscovered their defensive identity

The Dockers rediscovered their "trademark footy" in their win over the Crows, according to Corey Wagner.

AFL • AFL → 21 hours ago

AFL

MATCH REVIEW: Blue cops a week, Ginnivan cited for kicking

The match review for Sunday's round seven matches is in.

AFL • AFL → 23 hours ago

AFL

'History tells us': The key stat that puts Pies right in premiership mix

Kate McCarthy says the Magpies' stingy defence is ranked No.1 in the League, putting it right in premiership contention.

AFL • AFL → 23 hours ago

AFL

Port backs 'competitive beast' after emotion-charged coach snub

Sam Powell-Pepper has defended teammate Jason Horne-Francis and his emotional reaction during a mid-game discussion with coach Ken Hinkley.

AFL • AFL → 23 hours ago

Fox Sports

Top-10 pick facing monster ban days out from predicted debut after ugly VFL incident

Top St Kilda draft pick Alix Tauru has been given a four-match suspension for rough conduct, after a collision with Brisbane Lions VFL player Curtis McCarthy.

Fox Sports • AFL → 23 hours ago

AFL

Silky Demon earns Rising Star nod after outstanding start to season

Xavier Lindsay is the Telstra AFL Rising Star nominee for round seven.

AFL • AFL → 23 hours ago

AFL

Saints to challenge top draftee's lengthy ban

Alix Tauru has been handed a four-match ban for rough conduct.

AFL • AFL → 23 hours ago

ABC Sport

VFL high flyer Peter 'the Buzz' Bosustow dies aged 67

High-flying Western Australian footballer Peter Bosustow dies at 67, with former Carlton teammates and coaches paying tribute to the exciting dual premiership player known as "the Buzz".

ABC Sport • AFL → 1 day ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Bartel criticises MRO for 'punishing' players

Jimmy Bartel fears for the state of the game as Paul Curtis faces a three-match suspension for rough conduct.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 1 day ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Demons have finally found their next CEO; Blues key back to have surgery; North star to fight ban

The Demons finally have their new CEO in place. Elsewhere, St Kilda chief executive Carl Dilena has turned the heat on the Saints.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

Roos forward, Crows defender to head to Tribunal

North Melbourne will challenge two sanctions at the Tribunal this week.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

‘Dropped off a cliff’: Inside Swans’ shock decline... and why this AFL juggernaut can claw its way back

The 2024 season feels like a lifetime ago now for the Sydney Swans.

Fox Sports • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

Coaches' votes, R7: Pies pair share the lead, SIX perfect 10s

The coaches' votes for the round seven games are in.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

Bombers veteran still in top shape after 'outstanding' return

Veteran ruck Todd Goldstein is "in as good a shape as anyone", Bombers coach Brad Scott says.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

'Good to get them done': Next-gen Suns ready to flip QClash script

Brisbane has won 11 of the past 12 games against Gold Coast, but Jed Walter believes the Suns can turn the tide against their Queensland rivals.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

'He's been very tolerant': Saints boss backs Lyon after 'bake' of players

St Kilda CEO Carl Dilena has backed Ross Lyon after the loss to Brisbane.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

‘It’s not a good midfield’: Giant ‘myth’ over AFL flag fancy exposed as big names called out

The “midfield myth” at GWS has been put under the microscope after the Giants were blitzed by the Bulldogs and again bested in the territory aspect of the game.

Fox Sports • AFL → 1 day ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘A rare football talent’: Carlton great Peter ‘the Buzz’ Bosustow dies

Carlton great Peter “the Buzz” Bosustow, one of the most exciting players the game has seen, has died in Perth after a long illness.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

RIP ‘The Buzz’: Legendary Carlton ‘human highlights reel’ Peter Bosustow dead, aged 67

Perth legend and dual premiership Blue Peter Bosustow — one of the most electrifying players during a dominant Carlton era — has died after a long illness.

Fox Sports • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

Blues premiership hero 'The Buzz' dies, aged 67

Peter Bosustow has died after a battle with cancer.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

‘All parties lose’: Eagles under fire for ‘degrading’ defensive move with in-demand star that left Hawks ‘shocked’

Dual premiership Kangaroo David King has labelled West Coast’s decision to play Oscar Allen in defence – a potential long-term move, according to coach Andrew McQualter – as “degrading” for the co-captain, declaring “all parties are losing”.

Fox Sports • AFL → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

‘Probably shouldn’t say it’: Moment Eagles coach holds back before Hawks explain curious move

West Coast coach Andrew McQualter has frostily addressed Sam Mitchell’s curious choice to line Tom Barrass up in the forward line against former teammate Oscar Allen.

Fox Sports • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

LISTEN: Upgrade season, trade tips from the top

It was a dream week for The Traders as they had their highest scores of the year.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

Sydney Morning Herald

'All-time' Lyon blow-up explained

The Footy Furnace panel discusses Ross Lyon's behaviour against the Lions, with his fiery demeanour reigniting discussions about his coaching style.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

‘Wanted a hard-arse’: Saints coach’s ruthless call ticked off as big selection statement floated

An audacious St Kilda selection statement has been floated after it fell by 45 points to reigning premiers Brisbane in a disappointing display.

Fox Sports • AFL → 1 day ago

Sydney Morning Herald

To McRae’s Magpies, we’ve got an apology to make: Key takeouts from round seven

There was plenty of doom-and-gloom coverage centred on the Pies over the off-season. Right now, there’s no side better-placed to contend for this year’s flag.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

Just one perfect grade... but contenders strengthen flag claims as new threat emerges: Report Card

Just one perfect score from a busy Anzac Day weekend of footy as we gained more important data points across the competition.

Fox Sports • AFL → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

‘Could still be an A-grader’: Clayton Oliver Cats’ ‘missing link’ as concerning trend emerges

Geelong has been urged to chase Clayton Oliver again as “a missing link” to its on-ball unit after it was smashed by Carlton through the middle of the ground.

Fox Sports • AFL → 1 day ago

ABC Sport

'More work needed' in making parenting rooms more accessible at AFL stadiums

After the wife of an Essendon star posted about her difficulty in finding a parenting room at the MCG, experts say more work needs to be done in making the rooms more accessible.

ABC Sport • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

LISTEN: Can we start to believe in the Blues again?

Join Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich for AFL Daily.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Bartel in awe of Pendlebury's longevity

Jimmy Bartel and James Hird assess what players they'd hold and re-sign for the Magpies.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 1 day ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Bartel, Hird praise 'ahead of the game' Beveridge

Jimmy Bartel and James Hird analyse the Bulldogs' brilliant victory over the Giants.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 1 day ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Former AFL player ‘caught up in hostage drama’

Police have been investigating allegations Former AFL player Tarryn Thomas was held at gunpoint in Ballarat after a car deal gone wrong.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

Who's in, who's out of our Victorian State of Origin team?

In the first of a five-part series, we select AFL.com.au's Big V side as discussion continues around the return of representative football.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Overworked and undervalued: Inside the AFL’s coaching crisis

The role of an assistant coach is vital but, relative to the rest of the football industry, questions continue to be raised about whether the AFL understands its true importance.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 1 day ago

27th April 2025

AFL

McQualter, Mitchell play cat and mouse over Allen move

The West Coast co-captain's move to defence sparked intrigue after secret meeting.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

‘Drag you into the trenches’: AFL great reveals truth behind Blues resurgence after big finals call

Carlton has recorded a third straight win to sit just one win outside the top eight, leading one AFL expert to boldly declare: “The Blues are back, baby!”.

Fox Sports • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

McKay reveals secret injury toll after 'indifferent' start to 2025

Carlton key forward reflects on his start to the season.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

‘Bad as I’ve seen’: Scott’s striking Cats admission after loss... but he’s still ‘glass half full’

Chris Scott is open to taking through a “glass half full” approach after Geelong’s three-goal loss to Carlton on Sunday afternoon, despite noting his side played “as bad as he’d seen for a long time”.

Fox Sports • AFL → 2 days ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Carlton star McKay opens up on seizing his moment and his break from the game

Coleman medallist Harry McKay stepped up and kicked a goal when Carlton needed it most against Geelong, proving just how vital he is to the side.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

Voss opens up on McKay's emotional return, Scott says 'as bad as I've seen us play'

Michael Voss pays tribute to Harry McKay after his match-winning performance against Geelong.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Are the Blues back? The signs are promising

A victory like Sunday’s in front of nearly 70,000 at the MCG against a top-six team is a moment to enjoy and speculate just how good the Blues can be when they play like that.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

Dogs’ glaring Bevo contract ‘fumble’ fear; ‘buyer beware’ in Dons’ trickiest call — AFL Talking Pts

They’ve been contending for decades, but a series of mistakes combined with bad luck could finally be pulling Sydney back to the pack.

Fox Sports • AFL → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

Better than 2023; rivals their bunnies; now repeat that — AFL Three Word Analysis

Sometimes all the talk is too much.

Fox Sports • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

Nine things we learned: Max Gawn might be the best ruck ever

Harry Sheezel looks at home in defence, Marcus Bontempelli's importance can't be understated plus more round seven lessons.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

Hawks off target but back on track against Eagles

Hawthorn was never headed but inaccuracy spared West Coast being savaged.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

Fallen ex-AFL star allegedly held at gunpoint in ‘terrifying hostage drama’ over car deal

Fallen ex-AFL star Tarryn Thomas was allegedly involved in a “terrifying hostage drama”, held at gunpoint over a car deal gone wrong, according to a report.

Fox Sports • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

Blues bombshell as Carlton stuns Cats to make it three in a row

Carlton lead from start to finish to upset Geelong and breathe life into its season.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Dangerfield smashes the pack to set up a Bailey Smith goal

Patrick Dangerfield blew through Adam Saad to set up a Bailey Smith goal.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

MATCH REVIEW: Roos forward, Giants mid learn MRO fate

The Match Review findings for Saturday's round seven games are in.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

No quick fix for struggling Swans, Hardwick praises leaders

The Swans will get to work to turn around their slow start to the season, coach Dean Cox says.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Blues forward Durdin takes a screamer

Carlton forward Corey Durdin flies high and takes a huge grab against Geelong.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 2 days ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Wizard Watson runs down Harley Reid and lets him know about it

Nick Watson with a brilliant tackle on Harley Reid.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 2 days ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Blue-ribbon day – Carlton outlast Cats in tense MCG blockbuster

Follow along as Carlton and Geelong face off in an MCG blockbuster this afternoon.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

Injury boost for Crows as scans bring good news for Thilthorpe

Scans have revealed a hairline fracture for Riley Thilthorpe.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘What’d you think?': Testy Ross Lyon snaps back at journo

Ross Lyon was snappy with journalists after his side's loss to Brisbane.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

Suns hand Swans another loss with second-half demolition

The Suns ran riot in the second half to beat the Swans.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

Wayward Hawks snap two-game losing run as Eagles Vic hoodoo rolls on

Hawthorn has snapped a two-game losing streak with their 50-point victory over a winless West Coast, but Sunday’s victory has come at a cost.

Fox Sports • AFL → 2 days ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Swan dupes umpire into paying high contact free kick

Sydney youngster Corey Warner received a free kick after feigning high contact against the Suns.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

Damaging left-footer, ball-winners star as top draft prospects shine

Josh Lindsay starred as the Marsh AFL Academy beat Coburg's VFL side.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

Final teams in for Hawks v Eagles, Blues v Cats. Follow LIVE

Follow all the action from Sunday's round seven games.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘The ball would be floating on top’: Upgraded Leederville Oval to be part of WA’s Gather Round proposal

Western Australia is positioning itself to bid for a potential Gather Round coup with a multimillion-dollar upgrade of Leederville Oval.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 2 days ago

Sydney Morning Herald

'Nearly droppable': Lloys blasts JHF over Hinkley snub

Essendon legend Matthew Lloyd has blasted Jason Horne-Francis for his "petulant" behaviour towards Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

Sizzling Suns stun in ‘scary’ 67-pt turnaround as Swans raise ‘white flag’ — 3-2-1

The Gold Coast Suns put the Swans to the sword in a “scary” turnaround to move to 5-1, overrunning Sydney 17.15 (117) to 12.7 (79) at People First Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

Fox Sports • AFL → 2 days ago

ABC Sport

Carlton continues resurgence with upset over Geelong, Hawks back to winning ways

Carlton has won three straight after starting the season with four consecutive losses, toppling Geelong by 18 points at the MCG.

ABC Sport • AFL → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

Roos young gun cops BIG tackle ban, but he’s being backed to overturn it at the Tribunal already

North Melbourne young gun Paul Curtis will fight his three-game suspension for a tackle on Port Adelaide’s Josh Sinn that resulted in a concussion for the young defender.

Fox Sports • AFL → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

Brilliant Blues stave off late Cat attack as mids turn monsters with Harry the hero — 3-2-1

Carlton has trumped Geelong in a Sunday blockbuster, fighting off the Cats’ repeat challenges to prevail 14.10 (94) to 12.4 (76) at the MCG.

Fox Sports • AFL → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

Friendly Giants? Flag fancies that ‘can’t hurt you’ after second straight loss... and big call on #1 draftee

GWS have been labelled “impotent” after their 32-point loss to the Western Bulldogs on Saturday night, with a modern day great also suggesting the club has a big decision to make up forward with a number one draft pick.

Fox Sports • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

Power star happy to let 'big decision' wait

His future is already a talking point, but Power star Zak Butters is happy to let a decision wait.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

LIVE from 12pm AEST: Watch Australia U18 v Coburg VFL

Watch the stars of the future when the Marsh AFL National Academy Boys squad takes on Coburg's VFL team on Sunday.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Cheek, confidence, performance: How Harley Reid became the AFL’s most wanted

No.1 draft pick Harley Reid is not only the AFL’s most coveted player, but also a commercial dream who major brands are lining up to partner with.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 2 days ago

26th April 2025

AFL

Dogs dominate Giants in second-half blitz

A close contest blew open as the Western Bulldogs handed Greater Western Sydney a second consecutive defeat.

AFL • AFL → 3 days ago

AFL

Port star 'let his emotions boil over', Roos lament slow start

Ken Hinkley has explained his exchange with Power star Jason Horne-Francis during the win over the Kangaroos.

AFL • AFL → 3 days ago

Fox Sports

‘As bizarre as it gets’: Shanks galore as ‘bizarre’ 15-minute patch leaves commentators in disbelief

Hawthorn legend Jason Dunstall could barely believe his eyes during a bizarre 15-minute stretch that saw both Port Adelaide and North Melbourne players inexplicably shank several shots at goal.

Fox Sports • AFL → 3 days ago

Fox Sports

‘Trying to cage a raging bull’: Port figures ‘drag back’ young star after ‘silly’ act prompts fiery scenes

Young star Jason Horne-Francis had to be calmed down by three key Port Adelaide figures after tempers flared between him and old teammates from North Melbourne during a fiery clash at Adelaide Oval.

Fox Sports • AFL → 3 days ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Teammates, Hinkley control Horne-Francis

Jason Horne-Francis had to be talked to and held back by teammates and coach Ken Hinkley.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 3 days ago

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ABC Sport • AFL

AFL • AFL

Fox Sports • AFL

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL

The Australian • AFL

The Guardian • AFL