AFL Brownlow Medal predictor: Midfield stars close in on Taylor Walker

A swag of midfielders are hunting the leader of Sporting News' Brownlow Medal predictor - Taylor Walker - as the race for AFL's greatest individual honour heats up.

Adelaide captain Rory Sloane suffers gruesome eye injury

Adelaide skipper Rory Sloane has suffered a gruesome eye injury that could keep him out of AFL action for up to a month.

Neale's injury battle revealed by Brisbane coach Fagan

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has revealed information about the injury that has hindered the season of Brownlow Medallist Lachie Neale.

Unlucky Swans forward suffers another blow

Swans forward Isaac Heeney is set for another extended period on the sidelines after he sustained a broken hand against Essendon.

St Kilda suffers huge blow with fresh injury concerns to Hannebery and Geary

Struggling St Kilda has been dealt another blow with veterans Dan Hannebery and Jarryn Geary likely to be absent medium-term after suffering fresh injuries, but star ruckman Rowan Marshall will return.

AFL Supercoach 2021: Time to whack Paddy, Ridley is the real deal

The AFL Supercoach rookie carnage continued in round three with several underperforming rookies on the edge of being axed from their best 22's.

Chopping Block: St Kilda stars face the axe, Premiership Tiger on notice

Several St Kilda guns including star recruits Brad Hill and Dan Butler could face the axe ahead of the Saints' crunch match against West Coast on Saturday.

AFL State Leagues and VFL: How your team's reserves fared

Sydney superstar Lance Franklin is set to come back into the senior side after a week's rest, while St Kilda could be boosted by the return of Rowan Marshall.

How long will Gill be 'comfortable' with academies?

AFL Brownlow Medal predictor: Taylor Walker becomes new leader

Reborn Adelaide veteran Taylor Walker is the new leader of Sporting News' Brownlow predictor after polling for the third consecutive match.

Scott slams McGuire for comments about Geelong coach's behaviour

Chris Scott has slammed former Collingwood president Eddie McGuire for his opinion on the Geelong coach's behaviour on match-day.

Longmire's enviable Buddy problem

Gresham ruled out for season

Not only were St Kilda hammered by 75 points on Saturday, they also lost star player Jade Gresham for the rest of the season with a ruptured Achilles.

Hardwick lauds 'incredible' Swans

Damien Hardwick hopes Saturday's demolition at the hands of the Swans is his team's one flat performance of the year.

Western Bulldogs record biggest win in club history against pitiful North Melb

Western Bulldogs have recorded the club's greatest ever winning margin in an AFL match as they smashed North Melbourne by 128 points at Marvel Stadium on Good Friday.

Collingwood fan stopped by security after post-match attack on umpires

A Collingwood supporter needed to be restrained by security after launching an aggressive verbal attack on the umpires as they walked off the ground during Brisbane's heartstopping one-point win on Thursday night.

Bailey wins it after the siren for the Lions

Zac Bailey showed nerves of steel to steer home his set shot after the siren, handing Brisbane a one-point win over Collingwood at Docklands on Thursday night.

AFL Supercoach 2021: Don't trade Lachie Neale or pick up Taylor Walker

All the talk in AFL Supercoach land is around whether to trade struggling premiums like Brisbane's Brownlow Medallist Lachie Neale, while many coaches are discussing bringing in Adelaide veteran Taylor Walker.

Geelong coach Scott cops huge fine for quarter-time incident with Brisbane's Neale

Geelong coach Chris Scott has been hit with a suspended $10,000 fine for his quarter-time confrontation with Brisbane's Brownlow Medallist Lachie Neale and other Lions players.

AFL State Leagues and VFL: How your team's reserves fared

Jake Stringer is set to come into Essendon's senior lineup after getting through another practice match hit out over the weekend, while Geelong star Mitch Duncan got more minutes into his legs after injury ruined his pre-season.

AFL Brownlow Medal round two predictor: Dustin Martin snares early lead

Richmond superstar Dustin Martin has earned the outright leadership in the Sporting News' Brownlow Medal predictor after his second best on ground performance to start the season.

Reid suspended for two matches for Fyfe hit

Giants player Sam Reid has accepted a two-match suspension for his hit which left Fremantle skipper Nat Fyfe concussed.

Buddy no guarantee for Richmond clash

A combination of accuracy in front of goals and new-look forward line has helped turn the Swans into one of the competition's most potent attacking teams over the opening two rounds.

Brisbane-Collingwood moved due to COVID-19

The round three AFL clash between Brisbane and Collingwood has been moved as the Queensland captital prepares to enter a three-day lockdown.

Rohan accepts two-week suspension for striking

Geelong's Gary Rohan has accepted a two-week suspension for striking Brisbane star Lachie Neale during Friday night's thriller at GMHBA Stadium.

Bulldogs prodigy Jamarra Ugle-Hagan struck down by injury

Western Bulldogs' no.1 draft pick Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has suffered a dislocated thumb during a Footscray VFL match on Saturday afternoon.

Buddy gets through as youngster's impress

Sydney coach John Longmire would have taken a 33-point win and a injury-free Lance Franklin if you offered to him before the game, though the coach wasn't completely satisfied with the performance.

AFL admits costly umpiring error during Geelong-Brisbane thriller

The AFL has admitted a crucial umpiring error cost Brisbane a chance at victory against Geelong in Friday's night thriller at GMHBA Stadium.

Scott explains quarter-time exchange, defends Rohan's swinging arm

The Cats held on for a controversial one-point victory over the Lions in a fiery preliminary final rematch on Friday night.

Lions fans asked to leave GMHBA Stadium minutes before Geelong clash

Elliott requires surgery on fractured leg

Collingwood has been dealt a blow after scans confirmed Jamie Elliott's leg injury was worse than initially feared.

AFL coaches support trading players without their consent

AFL coaches have overwhelmingly supported trading players without consent, according to a survey conducted by the sport's governing body on a number of contentious topics.

Koch reaffirms club position on 'prison bar' guernsey

Port Adelaide chairman David Koch has again put the issue of the club's heritage 'prison bar' guernsey back on the agenda.

Gulden on his 'biggest supporter' and playing alongside Buddy

When draftee Errol Gulden began his first pre-season with the Swans, one early fixture stood out above others as he dreamed of a senior debut.

AFL Supercoach 2021: What to do with Dangerfield and Rowell?

After one week of AFL Supercoach 2021, it has all come crashing down on most coaches with Patrick Dangerfield copping a three-week suspension and Matthew Rowell injuring his knee during round one of the season.

Chopping Block: How will Geelong and Brisbane deal with shock losses?

Now that each AFL team has a form line after round one, players will be hoping to keep their place in the side for the next match.

AFL State Leagues and VFL: How your team's reserves fared

The AFL players who missed out on senior selection for round one are battling their way to get into the team for round two.

Dangerfield handed three-match ban

Walker details transition into retirement

Reaching a professional level in a sport is something that most people can only dream of - but for Guy Walker, he was able to do it in two different sports.

AFL Brownlow Medal round one predictor: Dusty off to fast start

The AFL home-and-away season has finally commenced and with it comes the race to win the 2021 Brownlow Medal.

Buddy is back: SCG return booked for Swans star

Lance Franklin is set to make his long-awaited return from injury against the Adelaide Crows this Saturday for the Sydney Swans, John Longmire has confirmed.

'Really serious injury' fears for young Suns star Matt Rowell in return AFL game

There are grave fears for Matt Rowell after the young Suns star left the field against West Coast with a potentially serious knee injury.

Danger ordered straight to tribunal

Geelong superstar Patrick Dangerfield has been ordered straight to the AFL tribunal to learn his fate for an ugly bump on Adelaide's Jake Kelly.

Dangerfield in hot water over Kelly clash

Geelong star Patrick Dangerfield may have found himself in hot water, following a nasty clash with Adelaide defender Jake Kelly.

Adam Treloar booed by Collingwood supporters on Western Bulldogs debut

Western Bulldogs recruit Adam Treloar has been booed by Collingwood supporters in his first game for his new club against his former team.

No.1 draft pick Ugle-Hagan demands Bulldogs debut with stunning performance

Western Bulldogs' no.1 draft pick Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has put his hand up for a senior debut with a dominant performance in a VFL practice match.

Ex-Swans talent Taylor banned from AFL after assault conviction

Ex-Sydney Swans talent Elijah Taylor has been banned from playing AFL for the rest of the season following his assault conviction.

Injured Swans star Lance Franklin closes in on AFL return

Sydney plan to play Lance Franklin for a half in this weekend's reserves practice match as the superstar closes in on an AFL return.

Cameron out with hamstring issue

Jeremy Cameron will miss Geelong's round one clash with Adelaide after suffering a hamstring injury at the Cats' final training session.

Controversy reigns as Richmond and Carlton both use medical substitute

Controversy marred the opening match of the AFL season between Richmond and Carlton with both teams activating the new medical substitute rule.

'Such a boring sport' - NRL boss V'landys slams AFL ahead of code battle

Australian Rugby League Commission chairman Peter V'landys has blasted the AFL ahead of the start of its season, suggesting it's a 'boring sport' and he would rather watch TV show The Flinstones.

Every AFL club's pass mark for the 2021 season

There's nothing like the optimism of pre-season to get fans dreaming of glory for the year ahead.

AFL Supercoach 2021: Team reveal bonanza - help to select your squad

The time has come where we all need to select our starting AFL Supercoach team for the 2021 season.

AFL Supercoach 2021: Bargains and mid-priced madness

While there is a need to stock your AFL Supercoach team with premiums and rookies, you also need to keep on the mid-priced bargains that could make or break your season.

AFL Supercoach 2021: Which premiums should you pick?

The premium options you select across the field in AFL Supercoach 2021 will do the bulk of your scoring every week - so you must get them right!

AFL Supercoach 2021: The point-of-difference selection guide

One thing that can set an AFL Supercoach team apart from the rest is the point of difference players included in the starting squad.

AFL Supercoach 2021: How the medical sub rule will affect the game

AFL Supercoach was never meant to be easy and now the governing body has thrown a curve ball at coaches with the medical substiute rule introduced less than 36 hours before the season begins.

The Supercoach rookies you need to keep an eye on

Here's some bargain players worth considering for 2021.

AFL Supercoach 2021: The players NOT to pick

Every year in AFL Supercoach there is players you should be avoiding in your selection thoughts because of various reasons.

McGuire says people took comments 'the wrong way'

Former Collingwood president Eddie McGuire has spoken publicly for the first time since resigning from his position, appearing in his usual role as host of Footy Classified.

AFL 2021: Seven outrageous predictions ahead of the new season

The new 2021 AFL season is about to begin and now it's time to stick our necks on the line with some bold predictions.

Remember The Name: A Sporting News Australia podcast series

Unforgettable stories from up and coming athletes, all in the one place.

Djokovic works with Gold Coast Suns ahead of the new AFL season

Gold Coast Suns will be hoping to Grand Slam the new AFL season after enlisting the help of tennis legend Novak Djokovic.

Stengle's Crows career over after agreement with club

The football career of Tyson Stengle hangs by a thread after the 22-year-old reached an agreement with Adelaide to leave the club.

Medical sub confirmed for round one introduction

The AFL has confirmed the introduction of a medical substitute, just one day out from the start of the 2021 season.

McAsey linked with a return to Victoria

Reports on Tuesday are linking young Adelaide key defender Fischer McAsey with a return to Victoria.

Kennedy keen to prove doubters wrong in 2021

Sydney captain Josh Kennedy says it's a case of "when, not if" for his young team as they look to end a run of two seasons without finals.

Everything you need to know about AFL Supercoach 2021

Here's everything you need to know when it comes to playing AFL Supercoach in 2021.

AFL Supercoach 2021: Defender prices and selection guide

Here's everything you need to know about selecting defenders in AFL Supercoach 2021.

Ziebell disagrees with North Melbourne critics' gloomy prediction

North Melbourne may be tipped to finish near the bottom of the AFL ladder but skipper Jack Ziebell believes his side will surprise a few teams in 2021.

Gawn dismisses concerns about the Demons forward line

Melbourne captain Max Gawn has dismissed concerns about the Demons forward line going into round one - with key big guns Ben Brown and Sam Weideman expected to miss a significant part of the season.

Daw signs with Demons for upcoming season

Former Kangaroo Majak Daw has been formally signed by the Melbourne Demons as part of their rookie list for 2021.

Premiership Eagle blames AFL for spate of pre-season injuries

The AFL rule changes and the shortened pre-season are to blame for a spate of recent injuries in practice matches, according to former West Coast premiership player Will Schofield.

Everything you need to know about the 2021 AFL pre-season

The start of the 2021 AFL Premiership season is fast approaching - but first the 19 teams have to prepare with a series of pre-season games.

Blues' star recruit cops ban over ugly incident

Carlton have suffered a blow ahead of the new season with star recruit Zac Williams to miss the opening round against Richmond after being charged by the tribunal.

Roberton announces retirement

St Kilda defender Dylan Roberton has announced his AFL retirement

Laird signs bumper new deal

The Crows have received a boost ahead of the 2021 season with star midfielder Rory Laird signing a five-year contract extension with the club.

Gawn signs four-year extension

The Melbourne Demons have locked down captain Max Gawn until the end of the 2025 season, with the ruckman signing a four-year deal.

Rioli cleared to return to AFL in 2021

West Coast forward Willie Rioli has been cleared to return to the AFL in August this year following the completion of a backdated two-year suspension.

Swans provide Buddy latest

Buddy Franklin won't be rushed in for Sydney's season-opening encounter with the Lions, with senior coach John Longmire determined to have his superstar forward's body ready for a full season.

Dunkley under pressure for best 22 spot, says Beveridge

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has warned Josh Dunkley's place in the club's best 22 is not assured ahead of the new season.

AFL Supercoach 2021: Emerging rookies and cash cows

With the 2021 AFL Supercoach season fast approaching, the recent practice matches have given us evidence to help pick our rookies, cash cows and cheapies.

McAvaney retires from AFL commentary

Legendary broadcaster Bruce McAvaney has announced he will step away from AFL commentary, after over 1000 matches.

Crows gun faces season on sidelines in fresh blow

Wayne Milera's injury issues have continued with the luckless Crow suffering a serious knee injury in Adelaide's scratch match against Port Adelaide.

Victory manager reveals surprise support from AFL coach

After a tough start to the new A-League season, Melbourne Victory manager Grant Brebner has revealed he's called on Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley for support.

AFL 2021: Crowd numbers revealed for round one

Crowds will return to AFL matches in Victoria for the first time in nearly 12 months since the onset of the global COVID-19 pandemic.

AFL Supercoach 2021: Forward prices and selection guide

Here's everything you need to know about selecting forwards in AFL Supercoach 2021.

AFL Supercoach 2021: Ruck prices and selection guide

Here's everything you need to know about selecting ruckmen in AFL Supercoach 2021.

AFL Supercoach 2021: Midfielder prices and selection guide

Here's everything you need to know about selecting midfielders in AFL Supercoach 2021.

AFL 2021: Predicted best 22 players for every team

The start of the 2021 AFL campaign is fast approaching with teams currently in pre-season preparing for round one.

Daniher denies wanting Swans trade during secret Tom Harley meeting

New Brisbane Lions recruit Joe Daniher has denied he wanted to join Sydney when he was sprung meeting with the club's CEO Tom Harley mid-season in 2019.

Dusty's agent won't rule out bombshell Sydney Swans move

The possibility of Dustin Martin joining Sydney has grown after the Richmond champion's agent refused to rule out a move to the Harbour City.

Every B&F winner for 2020

All the results from the clubs' big nights.

Delisted former No. 1 pick finds AFL home

Paddy McCartin's AFL career revival is one step closer with the former No. 1 draft pick's move to the Sydney Swans' VFL side confirmed.

McNamara takes on McGuire, Ball and Maxwell over Collingwood racism

Former Collingwood player Shae McNamara has accused Eddie McGuire of asking him to delete a statement regarding the ex-president's racist comments about Sydney Swans legend Adam Goodes.

Preuss sidelined with shoulder surgery

The Giants have been dealt a blow to their 2021 plans after new recruit Braydon Preuss suffered a shoulder injury earlier this week.

Patton lewd message investigation taken over by AFL, confirms Hawthorn

The AFL have taken over the investigation into the alleged lewd behaviour from Hawthorn star Jonathan Patton, a Hawks official has confirmed.

Bulldogs star Treloar in doubt for tense clash against former team

New Western Bulldogs star Adam Treloar is in doubt for the blockbuster opening season match against former club Collingwood after picking up an injury.

Five questions ahead of AFL documentary Making Their Mark

In one of the most unprecedented seasons in AFL history across 2020, Amazon Prime's docu-series Making Their Mark promises to shed light as the game was thrown into turmoil due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Daw given a chance to revive AFL career

Delisted key position player Majak Daw's AFL career could have life yet after Melbourne confirmed the 29-year-old has been training with them.

'We are the Tassie Hawks' - Kennett says Hawthorn could move to Tasmania

Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett has dropped a bombshell suggesting the AFL club could relocate to Tasmania in the future.

Demetriou reveals the issues he and McGuire clashed over

Former AFL CEO Andrew Demetriou said departing Collingwood president Eddie McGuire was the toughest to deal with when it came to the issue of jumper clashes.

'It's an absolute disgrace' - Sam Newman angry after Eddie McGuire resigns

Controversial AFL personality Sam Newman has come to the defence of Eddie McGuire, suggesting it was a 'disgrace' that the former Collingwood president was forced to stand down from the role in the fallout of the 'Do Better' racism report.

McGuire steps down as Collingwood president

Collingwood gun in doubt for round one after suffering injury

Collingwood could be without star Taylor Adams for round one after the midfielder pulled up with an injury at training.

'I didn't experience racism' - Ex-Collingwood star Wellingham says he wasn't vilified

Collingwood premiership player Sharrod Wellingham says he wasn't a victim of racism personally during his time at the club, but called on the organisation to take responsibility for the incidents that did happen.

Collingwood racism: Lumumba questions club's intentions with 'sorry' letter

Collingwood premiership player Heritier Lumumba has questioned the club's motives behind their racism apology letter, but says he believes in the players' sincerity.

Saints snare former Kangaroo forward Mason Wood

St Kilda has announced the signing of former North Melbourne forward Mason Wood for the 2021 AFL season.

Collingwood players and staff say 'sorry' for past incidents of racism

An open letter penned on behalf of Collingwood's players and staff has moved to apologise for allowing a culture of systemic racism to develop at the club.

Eagle accuses AFL of double standards around COVID rules

West Coast premiership player Will Schofield has accused the AFL of double standards when it comes to setting training rules during COVID-19 disruptions.

Demons star recruit set to miss opening rounds

Melbourne star recruit Ben Brown is expected to miss the opening rounds of the AFL season to undergo knee surgery.

Buddy in doubt for round one, confirms Longmire

Sydney Swans coach John Longmire has confirmed Lance Franklin is in doubt for round one of the AFL season, but insists his new injury is 'not a major hurdle'.

McGuire issues apology over 'proud day' comments

VFL will not change name despite inclusion of NSW and QLD teams

The AFL's second-tier competition will still be known as the Victorian Football League (VFL) despite the presence of teams from New South Wales and Queensland.

Hawks star announces sudden retirement

'Delusion and dishonesty' - Lumumba accuses McGuire's Collingwood of racism 'illusion'

Heritier Lumumba has accused Collingwood of 'delusion and dishonesty' after the 'painful' response by Eddie McGuire and the club's hierarchy into the 'Do Better' racism report.

Collingwood racism: Everything we know about the independent report

A damning independent investigation has revealed a racism issue at AFL side Collingwood with individuals paying a 'high cost speaking out against racism at the club'.

'McGuire has got to go' - Collingwood president blasted over 'appalling' racism response

Greens leader Adam Bandt has called for the resignation of Collingwood president Eddie McGuire after the famous football administrator suggested the 'Do Better' racism investigation findings were a 'proud and historic day' for the club.

'This is a proud day for Collingwood' - McGuire refuses to stand down over racism report

Collingwood president Eddie McGuire has no plans to quit his leadership role over the independent racism report and insists its findings are a 'historic and proud day' for the football club.

Swans star Franklin suffers injury setback

Sydney star Lance Franklin is in doubt for the start of the AFL season after coach John Longmire has confirmed the forward had suffered an injury setback.

St Kilda captain Geary suffers suspected broken leg

Veteran St Kilda captain Jarryn Geary has suffered a suspected broken leg in an incident during an intra-club practice match at RSEA Park.

McEvoy named surprise new Hawks skipper

Hawthorn veteran Ben McEvoy has been announced as the new Hawthorn captain for the 2021 AFL season with tough midfielder James Worpel added to the club's leadership group.

League confirms 12-day enforced concussion break

Concussed players will be forced to sit out at least one match under the AFL's newly amended concussion guidelines.

Ex-AFL midfielder admits players are cheating on concussion tests

Former AFL midfielder Koby Stevens has revealed players are cheating on concussion tests in a bid to get back on the field quicker after suffering head injuries.

AFL refuse to confirm COVID-19 breach in Richmond's hotel

The AFL have responded to claims from Richmond defender Dylan Grimes about a COVID-19 breach cover-up last year.

Stack awaiting sentencing after court appearance

The Tigers young gun spent three weeks in a Perth prison after he was charged with violating Western Australia’s COVID-19 laws prior to Christmas.

St Kilda star Crouch: I wanted to be in a decent team

New St Kilda recruit Brad Crouch has admitted he left Adelaide because he wanted to be in a 'decent team' after being frustrated over the last couple of seasons.

Mouncey threatens legal action against AFL

Transgender footballer Hannah Mouncey has threatened legal action against the AFL over its gender polices as she bids to play local football in Canberra.

Glory name AFL star as their No.1 ticket holder

Perth Glory have unveiled their new number one ticket holder as Greater Western Sydney Giants captain Stephen Coniglio.

Patton hospitalised amid Hawthorn investigation

Patton is under investigation after multiple women made allegations against the veteran forward.

Hinkley signs new two-year deal

Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley has signed a contract extension, tying him to the club until at least the end of 2023.

Patton stood down by Hawthorn as further allegations emerge

Hawthorn star Jonathon Patton has been accused by two more women of sending unwanted lewd images - only days after initial accusations of inappropriate conduct surfaced.

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Hawks star probed over social media scandal

Hawthorn star Jonathon Patton is being investigated over accusations of lewd behaviour on social media.

Stack released from prison after COVID breach

Richmond's Sydney Stack has been bailed from prison after spending nearly three weeks behind bars following a COVID breach just prior to Christmas.

Lumumba floats theory regarding McGuire's presidency

Former Collingwood player Heritier Lumumba has suggested Eddie McGuire's decision to step down as Collingwood president is as a result of the findings from the club's investigation into racism claims.

AFL round one fixtures revealed

Western Bulldogs recruit Adam Treloar won't have to wait long face former team Collingwood with a meeting between the two sides headlining round one of the 2021 AFL season.

Richmond Tigers player Sydney Stack arrested over COVID-19 breach

Richmond Tigers player Sydney Stack is in hot water once again, this time after a COVID breach in Western Australia.

Swans post massive financial loss amid

While the entire AFL was impacted by the pandemic, Sydney appears to have been hit the hardest.

Dockers lock in star mid long-term

Star midfielder Andrew Brayshaw has signed a new long-term contract with the Dockers that could see him wear purple for the rest of his career.

McGuire to step down as Pies president

Eddie McGuire has announced that 2021 will be his final year as president of Collingwood as he prepares to step down from the role he's held for over 20 years.

Tyson Stengle stood down following off-field incident

Adelaide has taken the drastic step to stand down young forward Tyson Stengle from all club duties following an off-field incident.

AFL returns to 20-minute quarters for 2021

After switching to 16-minute plus time-on quarters in 2020, the AFL has made the decision to return the traditional 20-minute length for 2021.

Swans land two more Academy gems

Sydney's fruitful relationship with its Academy continued on Wedneday night when they welcomed two more top talents to the club via the 2020 AFL Draft.

2020 AFL Draft updates and insight

It wasn't conventional, but Jamarra Ugle-Hagan eventually became the first pick in the 2020 AFL Draft.

Academies needed to grow the game - Crouch

Sydney looks set to land two highly rated talents through their academy at Wednesday's night's AFL Draft, but coach Jared Crouch says the program is essential to the continued growth of the game.

De Goey, Mihocek, Greenwood sign on

Collingwood has confirmed the long-awaited contract extension of Jordan De Goey, while Brody Mihocek, Levi Greenwood and Anton Tohill have also signed new deals.

Chronic knee injury prompts Pies star to retire

Collingwood defender Tom Langdon has announced his retirement following a long-term battle with a chronic knee injury.

Swans sack troubled youngster

The Sydney Swans have parted ways with first-year forward Elijah Taylor, the club confirmed on Monday.

The best delisted free agents on the table

Beams officially retires

All-Australian Dayne Beams has officially retired from AFL football after formalising an agreement with Collingwood over the remaining two years on his contract.

Betts' selfless rookie sacrifice

Carlton veteran Eddie Betts has agreed to move to the rookie list in order to keep the emerging Blues list together.

Wines makes big call on AFL future

Port Adelaide vice-captain Ollie Wines has inked a new four-year extension, giving the surest indication he aims to see out his AFL career in Power colours.

Roos outline bold expectations for new coach Noble

New North Melbourne coach David Noble has been issued a three-year timeline to transform the battling club into a consistent top-four contender.

Steven announces sudden retirement

AFL unveils more rule changes for 2021 in bid to ease congestion

AFL confirms salary cap and list size changes for 2021

The AFL has finally made the long-awaited call on salary cap and list size changes for 2021 in light of the financial difficulties caused by the coronavirus this season.

Every out-of-contract player ahead of the trade period

With the end of the season, the trade period and the 2021 list lodgement deadline in sight, here's every player who is yet to sign a deal for next season.

Collingwood trades weren't a 'fire sale'

Eddie McGuire has attempted to hose down criticism of Collingwood's recent activity in the trade period, denying there was a "fire sale" at the club.

Buckley addresses ugly Treloar, Stephenson exits

Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley admits the club forced out players in a salary dump and concedes they could have handled the situation better.

'That hurst a bit': Treloar confirms shock Buckley comment

All the latest news and rumours on every player and club

The 2020 trade and free agency periods are well underway and the player movement news is coming thick and fast.

All the completed deals as they happen

For all the completed deals as they happen in the 2020 AFL free agency and trade periods, we've got you covered.

Cameron gets to Geelong for three first-round picks

GWS refused to budge on their asking price for star forward Jeremy Cameron and the Cats eventually blinked.

Treloar finds new home in final hour trade

Adam Treloar has landed at the Western Bulldogs in a frantic deadline day trade that sealed his ugly exit from Collingwood.

Stephenson addresses messy Pies departure

Jaidyn Stephenson has issues a stunning critique of Collingwood on his way out of the club following a trade to North Melbourne.

Docherty's message after health scare

Carlton captain Sam Docherty has taken the opportunity to share an important message about men's health after suffering a scare of his own.

Swans trade Aliir to Power

Alexander reveals she was turned down for Roos job

Former Australian netball coach Lisa Alexander has revealed she was turned down by North Melbourne after applying for their head coaching position.

Higgins requests trade to St Kilda

The manager of Jack Higgins has confirmed the livewire has requested a trade to St Kilda.

Dunkley's manager confirms Essendon trade request

Josh Dunkley's manager has confirmed the star midfielder has asked the Bulldogs to trade him to Essendon.

Hogan joins Giants

GWS have all but secured their replacement for Jeremy Cameron, teeing up a trade with Fremantle for key forward Jesse Hogan.

Buckley responds to Treloar reports

Collingwood's silence on the Adam Treloar contract situation has finally been broken after coach Nathan Buckley refuted a report on Monday.

Harry Taylor calls time on career

Geelong defender Harry Taylor has called time on his illustrious career, joining teammate Gary Ablett in retirement.

Daniher officially becomes a Lion

Essendon star Joe Daniher has officially agreed to join Brisbane as a restricted free agent.

Higgins to depart Richmond; St Kilda in the mix

Richmond small forward Jack Higgins has reportedly mutually agreed to leave Punt Road this off-season.

Treloar's time at Collingwood is up, says Lloyd

Adam Treloar's time at Collingwood is done following the club's handling of the star midfielder's situation.

AFL Grand Final: Patrick Dangerfield cleared over elbow on Nick Vlastuin

Geelong Cats star Patrick Dangerfield has been cleared by the AFL match review officer over an elbow that knocked out Richmond Tigers player Nick Vlastuin.

Dusty reveals party, tattoo plans after grand-final triumph

Martin kicked four crucial goals to lead the Tigers to a comeback victory over the Cats at the Gabba on Saturday night.

Dusty's third Norm Smith Medal sparks GOAT debate

Martin became the first player in history to win three Norm Smith Medals in the Tigers’ comeback win over the Cats on Saturday night.

Who starred and who struggled

If there was any doubt about the greatness of the Richmond juggernaut, Damien Hardwick's men erased it at the Gabba on Saturday night.

Gary Ablett Jr, Nick Vlastuin forced from the field in opening minutes with injury

Fans bemoan sleepy pre-game entertainment

The AFL doesn't always get it right with the pre-game entertainment for grand finals and some fans thought they missed the mark this year.

Lightning bound for Gabba threatens AFL GF

Forecasted heavy rain and potential thunder during the AFL Grand Final in Brisbane could see footy's showpiece event between Richmond and Geelong delayed or even postponed.

Fans not keen on night grand final

The game hasn't even started, but fans aren't happy with a night time AFL grand final.

Everything you need to know about the 2020 grand final

For the first time 123 years, a VFL/AFL grand final will be played outside Victoria with the League confirming Brisbane's Gabba as the host of this season's showpiece.

De Goey makes call on Pies future

Jordan De Goey is expected to stay with Collingwood after the superstar forward was unable to find a suitor for his $1 million asking price.

Tigers veteran rocked by suspicious house fire

Police are investigating a suspicious blaze at a property owned by a Richmond player on the eve of the 2020 AFL grand-final.

The patch of MCG turf has landed at the Gabba

The much-discussed patch of MCG turf shipped to Brisbane for the grand final has been laid at the Gabba.

Shaw departs North Melbourne

Rhyce Shaw has departed North Melbourne, effective immediately.

Caldwell requests trade away from GWS

The bad news keeps coming for GWS with confirmation that emerging midfielder Jye Caldwell wishes to be traded away from the club.

Blues lock in next ruck gun

Carlton has locked in a key piece in rising ruckman Tom De Koning re-committing his future to the club after four seasons in the AFL.

Hartigan set to join Hawthorn, Brad Crouch to St Kilda

Adelaide defender Kyle Hartigan is set to become a Hawk after informing the Crows of his intention to leave the club as a free agent.

Every club's pass mark for this season revisited

With just one game to go in the most incredible of AFL seasons, it's time to take a look in the rear-view mirror.

Hawkins isolating from teammates ahead of GF

The mind games have already begun ahead of the AFL grand final with Geelong's Tom Hawkins unsighted at the Cats Tuesday morning training session.

Cameron to leave GWS

Jeremy Cameron will be pursuing his free agency options after informing the Giants of his wish to leave the club.

Club-by-club Brownlow Medal votes

Wondering which player from your team will poll well in this year's Brownlow? Or fancying a punt on the many individual club markets offered by the bookies

Everything you need to know about this year's Brownlow Medal

Neale claims Brownlow in record count

Brisbane’s Lachie Neale has claimed the first ‘Charlie’ of his career, taking home the 2020 Brownlow Medal, beating out Port Adelaide's Travis Boak in second and Melbourne's Christian Petracca and St. Kilda's Jack Steele in tied third.

Ticketek failure shuts out AFL and NRL fans

A system failure on Ticketek has left thousands of fans stranded outside Adelaide Oval and Suncorp Stadium for Friday night's preliminary finals.