AFL star's home brazenly robbed by thieves

Kieran Francis

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Melbourne star Clayton Oliver has had his home robbed in the week leading up his 200th AFL game.

The 27-year-old, who plays in his milestone game against Carlton on Saturday night, was subject to the robbery earlier this week, 7NEWS reports.

The Demons confirmed the occurrence of the burglary, but wouldn't say if Oliver was home at the time or anything was stolen.

However, the incident won't stop Oliver from playing his 200th versus the Blues at the MCG, with Melbourne confirming he would be available.

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It's been a tumultuous period for the three-time All Australian with his AFL career being affected by personal issues that spilled into the public realm.

Oliver reportedly wanted a move to Geelong during last year's trade period, but the Demons chose to keep their player - who is contracted at the club until the end of 2030.

The player has had an improved season compared to 2024, averaging 25 possessions and nearly six clearances a game.

However, his performances are well-short of his peak campaign in 2022, where he gathered nearly 33 possessions and nine clearances a match.

Oliver's future will once again be subject to speculation this off-season, with clubs likely to have discussions with the Demons.

Kieran Francis

Kieran Francis is a senior editor at The Sporting News based in Melbourne, Australia. He started at Sportal.com.au before being a part of the transition to Sporting News in 2015. Just prior to the 2018 World Cup, he was appointed chief editor of Goal.com in Australia. He has now returned to The Sporting News where his passions lay in football, AFL, poker and cricket - when he is not on holiday.