AFL News

Ablett doubles down on conspiracy theory chat

Geelong legend Gary Ablett Snr. has doubled down on his allegations that the Illuminati and Freemasons are responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic.

AFL confirms blockbuster awards night

Kangaroos delist 11 players after disastrous 2020 season

North Melbourne's list regeneration has begun after the Arden St outfit announced 11 delistings just one day removed from their final game of the season.

Westhoff hangs up the boots

Port Adelaide veteran Justin Westhoff has announced 2020 will be his final season after 14 years in the game.

Swans stand down Taylor after arrest

Taylor charged over alleged assault

Sydney forward Elijah Taylor has been charged by police over an alleged assault.

Veteran Hawks confirm retirements

Hawthorn skipper Ben Stratton and veteran small forward Paul Puopolo have confirmed they will be retiring at season's end.

Papley set to remain a Swan

Swans forward Tom Papley is reportedly settled in Sydney and won't pursue a trade to a Victorian club over the off-season.

Burgoyne agrees to new Hawks deal

GWS drop selection bombshell on eve of must-win Dees clash

The GWS Giants have dropped a selection bombshell on the eve of their all-important encounter with the Demons, axing Stephen Coniglio in response to the skipper's lacklustre form.

Gibbs announces retirement

AFL confirms key dates for draft and trade period

The AFL has confirmed the dates for the free agency, trade period and draft after the end of the season was delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

How much goodwill for Goodwin?

What do you do with Melbourne?

Swans address Taylor allegations

Sydney Swans CEO Tom Harley has addressed the “very serious” domestic violence allegations levelled at rookie Elijah Taylor over the weekend.

Swans acknowledge ‘very serious’ Elijah Taylor allegations

Taylor was the subject of multiple allegations made by a woman on social media on Saturday.

Sydney Stack won’t pay fine for COVID breaches at strip club, manager says

Sydney Stack won’t pay fine for COVID breaches at strip club, his manager says

AFL send Tigers pair Sydney Stack, Callum Coleman-Jones home following Gold Coast hub breach

Richmond pair Sydney Stack and Callum Coleman-Jones have been handed a 10-match ban by the AFL and sent home from the Tigers Gold Coast hub over a Breach of the League's protocols.

Richmond pair in strife on the Gold Coast

Richmond pair Sydney Stack and Callum Coleman-Jones are being investigated by the AFL after an incident outside a Gold Coast strip club on Wednesday night.

V'landys fires back at McLachlan

Dixon will stay at the Power until at least 2023

The Port Adelaide forward will stay at the club until at least the end of the 2023 season

Broadcaster issues apology to Essendon veteran

The "highlights" package included footage of AFL legends scoring goals on the veteran defender

GWS extend coach Cameron

There have been question marks over his future this year, but GWS has backed coach Leon Cameron with a two-year contract extension.

AFL responds to Frawley CTE diagnosis

AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan confirmed he's spoken to the widow of former St Kilda player Danny Frawley following news he had been posthumously diagnosed with CTE.

Jaeger O’Meara to miss Hawthorn’s clash with Adelaide

Patton cleared of Achilles rupture

Jonathan Patton's season might be over, though the news isn't as bad as first feared for the Hawks forward.

Suns re-sign midfielder Noah Anderson

Grimes and Vlastuin cleared of staging

Richmond pair Dylan Grimes and Nick Vlastuin will have no fines to pay after successfully challenging their staging charges at the AFL tribunal.

Muir 'overwhelmed' by outpouring of support

Former St Kilda player Robert Muir has thanked those who have reached out to him since his heartbreaking story was told over the weekend.

Lynch found not guilty at AFL tribunal

Richmond Tigers star Tom Lynch has been found not guilty by the AFL tribunal after being cited for striking in the clash with Essendon over the weekend.

Swans put Bud on ice

Lance Franklin's 2020 campaign is over before it began.

Robert Muir given apology by AFL

As the AFL celebrates the contribution of Indigenous Australians to football with the Sir Doug Nicholls Round, a light has been shone on a heartbreaking piece of the game's history.

St Kilda responds to Robert Muir's story

St Kilda has responded to a recent article about former player Robert Muir with an apology and a promise to reach out to the 66-year-old.

Cam McCarthy released from remainder of contract

Enigmatic forward Cam McCarthy appears to have played his last game for the Dockers after being released from the final few months of his contract.

Port Adelaide pair sanctioned for COVID-19 protocols breach

Port Adelaide pair Peter Ladhams and Dan Houston have been suspended for breaching the AFL's COVID-19 protocols.

Hardwick goes after The Ox

Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has returned serve on behalf of star forward Tom Lynch who has been taking heavy fire this week.

AFL condemns Elijah Taylor abuse

The AFL has released a statement condemning the racist social media abuse aimed at young Swans forward Elijah Taylor.

Robinson gets stuck into 'w**ker' Lynch

Brisbane's Mitch Robinson has ramped up his attack on Tom Lynch with a few verbal barbs aimed at the Tigers star.

Swans call out 'ugly' racial abuse levelled at stood down rookie

The Sydney Swans have fiercely condemned racist attacks on stood down rookie Elijah Taylor in relation to the youngster's recent COVID-19 hub breach.

Young Swan's girlfriend reveals details of audacious hub visit

Swans young gun Elijah Taylor was on Saturday suspended for the remainder of the 2020 season following an AFL investigation.

Docker stood down over drink-driving

Fremantle has stood down youngster Jason Carter after a drink-driving incident over the weekend.

Swans rule out Dane Rampe

The Swans have been struck with another major injury blow, with co-captain Dan Rampe ruled out for the remainder of the season.

Sydney Swans' Elijah Taylor suspended for the rest of 2020 season for breaching biosecurity protocols

AFL confirms rounds 14-18

Just as one festival of footy nears its end, another one appears on the horizon to satisfy our hunger.

Buckley denies another breach of COVID protocols

Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley has denied breaching the AFL's strict coronavirus protocols by acknowledging a fan at Adelaide Oval on Tuesday night.

Bombers promise action over Ward death threat

Essendon has released a statement condemning the abuse aimed at Giants midfielder Callan Ward following a controversial free kick on Friday night.

Ward reveals death threats, set to avoid sanction

GWS midfielder Callan Ward looks set to avoid sanction over the controversial free kick he was awarded late in his side's win over Essendon.

Richmond issues apology over Chol groping incidents

Richmond has issued an apology after footage emerged of ruckman Mabior Chol being groped by teammates Nick Vlaustin and Jayden Short.

Swans issue apology over injury to Isaac Quaynor

Quaynor's shin ripped open in Pies' win

This one's not for the feint-hearted.

Are footy fans being let down by the TV networks?

Apart from the cold weather, expensive beers and crappy food, one thing we miss about not being able to go the footy is the ability to truly appreciate what we’re watching.

AFL confirm rounds 13

The ever-evolving 2020 AFL fixture has gained another round, with the League confirming the fixtures for this season's Indigenous Round.

Dermy gets emotional over Daw comeback

An emotional Dermott Brereton has congratuled returning Kangaroos star Majak Daw ahead of his first game since the final round of the 2018 season.

Veteran Saint's heartbreaking retirement letter

Veteran defender Nathan Brown has marked his AFL retirement by penning an emotional farewell letter to his St. Kilda teammates after departing the club's Queensland hub.

Daw set to make long-awaited return from injury against Adelaide

Welcome news for any AFL fan

Clarkson is better than that

Round eight of the AFL season is (almost) in the books and we are merely two sleeps away from 20 straight nights of live footy on the TV.

Clarkson takes aim at Papley over 'milking'

Alastair Clarkson has sparked a possible war of words by suggesting Sydney livewire Tom Papley plays for free kicks.

AFL confirm rounds 9-12

After a dearth of action at the start of the season, footy fans will get the chance to make up for lost time when the AFL crams in the next block of fixtures.

AFL admits umpire errors in Adelaide-St Kilda clash

The AFL has admitted umpires got several several decision wrong in St Kilda's win over Adelaide on Monday night.

Shane Tuck passes away, aged 38

Former Richmond player Shane Tuck has passed away, aged 38.

The words that hint the AFL's best coach's time is wearing thin

Earnest questions have been asked of Alastair Clarkson since the AFL returned last month, and with Hawthorn's ugly defeat to Melbourne on Sunday continuing their slide down the ladder, the four-time premiership-winning coach's future is set for further examination.

AFLPA blindsided over forced Indigenous vaccination

"We are very concerned about this issue

De Goey sidelined with finger ligament damage

Collingwood star Jordan De Goey is set to undergo surgery to repair the flexor tendon in his right middle finger after sustaining the injury in Thursday night's win over Geelong at Optus Stadium.

AFL streaker facing $50,000 fine and two weeks in quarantine

McAvaney apologises over 'hiccup' comment regarding De Goey's sexual assault charge

2020 season set for Queensland relocation

The 2020 season looks set for another major shift with all Victorian clubs expected to relocate to Queensland, possibly for the remainder of the home-and-away season.

Dew signs new deal with Suns

Gold Coast's development under Stuart Dew has seen the coach rewarded with a two-year contract extension.

Ward sidelined with fresh knee injury

Callan Ward could be missing for the GWS Giants for the next six weeks with the talismanic midfielder suffering a knee injury in the loss to Port Adelaide on Sunday.

Swans dealt massive double injury blow

Sydney's season went from bad to worse on Monday when star forward Isaac Heeney was ruled out for the remainder of the year.

The handpass that won the game

Here's some stuff your may have missed from round six action.

Naitanui's perfect gift for O'Brien

West Coast superstar Nic Naitanui had the perfect response to Adelaide opponent Reilly O'Brien's social media mishap during the week.

ANZ Stadium firming as host for grand final

An AFL grand final in Sydney? It's enough to send a shiver down the spine of every footy loving Victorian, but it could be a reality in 2020.

Dodgy phone sees O'Brien poke the Nic Nat bear

Adelaide ruckman Reilly O'Brien has blamed a malfunctioning phone for inadvertantly tweeting out game notes ahead of the Crows' game against West Coast this Saturday.

Collingwood to conduct independent review of club's culture

Matt Rowell suffers apparent dislocated shoulder

Terrible news for the 18-year-old superstar

Magpies star charged by police

Collingwood Magpies star Jordan De Goey has been charged with indecent assault by Victorian Police.

Collingwood condemn racist abuse after Mason Cox stands up for teammate Travis Varcoe

"This is not ok"

AFL's 10 Victorian clubs to be evacuated amid COVID-19 threat

The AFL has revealed the League will remove all 10 Victorian-based clubs as the threat of the spread of COVID-19 in the state continues to heighten.

Cornes blows up at AFL for holding the ball directive

Kane Cornes has criticised the AFL for apparently kowtowing to Alastair Clarkson's wishes and sending out a directive to clubs and umpires ahead of this weekend's games.

Sidebottom unlikely to lose vice-captaincy - McGuire

Eddie McGuire says he doesn't think Steele Sidebottom will be stripped of the Magpies vice-captaincy for his breach of the competition's social distancing protocols.

Pies hit out at 'excessive' Sidebottom ban

The AFL has officially handed down sanctions to Collingwood Magpies vice-captain Steele Sidebottom and defender Lynden Dunn following the pair's breach of the AFL's strict COVID-19 protocols.

McKenna released from quarantine

Just nine days after testing positive for coronavirus, Essendon backman Conor McKenna has been released from quarantine.

West Coast-Richmond game moved

The Queensland government is playing hard ball with the AFL amid growing concerns about the rate of coronavirus in Victoria.

Naismith suffers suspected ruptured ACL during Bulldogs loss

AFL confirms round six and seven match-ups

Victorian powerhouses Collingwood and Geelong will reportedly head to Perth to go into a hub following round six.

Eddie McGuire denies knowing Heritier Lumumba’s alleged racist nickname at Collingwood

The Magpies this week launched an investigation into racism claims made by ex-Collingwood player Heritier Lumumba.

McKenna returns negative coronavirus test

Essendon defender Conor McKenna has returned a negative test for COVID-19, just days after first testing positive for the illness.

Essendon vs Carlton to go ahead

The AFL is repotedly going ahead with the Essendon vs Carlton round four match, despite ongoing drama rfollowing Connor McKenna testing positive for COVID-19.

Pies launch investigation in to Lumumba claims

Collingwood has referred renewed allegations of racism against them by former player Heritier Lumumba to the club's integrity committee as they "search for the truth in the matters raised."

AFL restrictions further compromising a lopsided season

If the season wasn’t already asterisky enough, it’s going that way quick smart.

McKenna tests positive for COVID-19

AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan has confirmed Essendon backman Conor McKenna has tested positive for coronavirus, the first player to do so.

Sam Newman to no longer appear on Channel Nine

Controversial football media figure Sam Newman will no longer appear on Channel Nine amid backlash following his latest comments.

Heppell to miss most of season with fractured ankle

Essendon have been dealt a massive blow after it was confirmed captain Dyson Heppell had suffered a fractured ankle at training on Friday.

'Unacceptable', 'Like a turnstile': AFL greats tee off on struggling Tigers

Richmond has been scolded by a chorus of AFL greats following their shocking 32-point loss to Hawthorn on Thursday night, leaving last year's flag-winners winless since the season returned from its COVID-19 hiatus.

McGuire calls for redesign of Sherrin to mirror rugby league ball

Betts highlights racist abuse from fan

Carlton superstar Eddie Betts has again called out an instance of racist abuse from a fan on social media.

The issues worth whinging about after round two

AFL 2020: The big issues of the round and a helpful guide as to whether it should keep you awake at night.

Melbourne pair suspended over breach of COVID-19 protocols

Melbourne Demons players Charlie Spargo and Kysaiah Pickett have broken the AFL's COVID-19 protocols, and will both face suspensions.

Buckley on Lumumba: 'I'd love to speak to him again'

Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley says he'd love the chance to reconnect with former teammate and player Heritier Lumumba.

Zerk-Thatcher suspended under COVID-19 protocols

Essendon's Brandon Zerk-Thatcher will be unavailable for this weekend's clash against Sydney after breaching the League's COVID-19 protocols.

Eddie McGuire wants to 'find a solution' with Heritier Lumumba

Collingwood president Eddie McGuire has again defended his club following claims of racism from former player Heritier Lumumba.

WATCH: Teary Bennell's AFL return confirmed

Harley Bennell's rollercoaster AFL comeback has officially been marked, with the Melbourne Demons recruit earning selection for this weekend's return match against Carlton.

When will the AFL return and what it means for your club?

Nearly two months after the season was suspended due to coronavirus, the AFL is approaching a return.

Heeney trolls Kane Cornes over wake-boarding incident

Steven cleared of wrongdoing after stabbing incident

The midfielder was hospitalised after being stabbed in May

Cox, Phillips inducted into Hall of Fame

West Coast Eagles' legend and games record-holder Dean Cox has been inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame

McCarthy in hospital after collapse at training

Dockers forward Cam McCarthy is in hospital after an incident at the club's training on Wednesday.

Majak Daw to avoid surgery on torn pec

Majak Daw won't have to undergo surgery on the pectoral injury he sustained in the gym last week.

Gill pours cold water on shorter quarters

Gillon McLachlan has poured cold water on the suggestion the AFL will maintain the reduced quarter length beyond the current season.

Sydney Swans indicate star forward Lance Franklin facing nine weeks on sidelines following shocking hamstring blow

The Sydney Swans have hinted star forward could be sidelined for more than nine weeks, with his recent hamstring injury worse than first thought.

NRL or AFL? This isn't a code war, you can like both

With rugby league returning from the coronavirus shutdown and the AFL season a couple of weeks away from resuming, something has been bothering me.

Franklin suffers another hamstring injury

Just a few weeks out from the return of the AFL season, Sydney superstar Lance Franklin has suffered another hamstring injury.

AFL release fixtures for first month of restarted season

McGuire involved in heated discussion over Geelong's handling of Steven's stabbing

“That is weak as piss Ed and you know it’s weak as piss...

Pendlebury calls for drastic changes to AFL season

Steven's welfare the priority following stabbing - Scott

Geelong coach Chris Scott says Jack Steven's health and wellbeing should be prioritised over whether he will be investigated by the AFL over a stabbing incident that saw him hospitalised.

Steven discharged from hospital after alleged stabbing

The Cats recruit was hospitalised on Saturday night with a stab wound suffered in an alleged incident.

SA eases restrictions on Crows and Power ahead of season restart

The Crows and Power have been given a boost after the state's police commissioner granted them an exemption to train fully in South Australia.

AFL's 'bonk ban' ahead of season return

Ahead of the upcoming AFL season return, players have been told to go on a 'bonk ban' as a measure to prevent the potential risk of contracting the COVID-19 virus.

Seven to add crowd noise to broadcast in empty stadiums

In an attempt to bring some normality back to the footy when the competition resumes, free-to-air broadcaster Seven will be adding in crowd sound effects.

No premier or Brownlow in 2020 - Cometti

No premier should be crowned and no Brownlow Medal should be awarded in 2020, says football broadcasting great Dennis Cometti.

Police investigating Steven incident

Police are investigating.

Pat Cash rages at Queensland flu vaccine policy

Former Wimbledon champ Pat Cash has taken to Instagram to vent his anger over the AFL's flu vaccine policy ahead of the competition's return from the coronavirus shutdown.

Return date confirmed as blueprint laid out for the 2020 season

AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan confirmed reports the competition would resume on Thursday, June 11 at a press conference on Friday afternoon.

AFL season restart plans thrown into chaos

The AFL’s plans to allow clubs to resume training next week are now in major doubt.

Rival clubs reportedly 'disgusted' at AFL over lenient sanctions handed down to Crows

AFL coronavirus: Crows sanctions handed down

The AFL has handed down its sanctions to the Adelaide Crows following their recent breach of training protocols amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Daniel Andrews clears AFL and Melbourne Storm to return to training

Malthouse and Koch involved in heated war of words over AFL’s commitment to China

AFL on potential collision course with Queensland government

The AFL is not expected to make it compulsory for players and staff to receive flu vaccinations before the resumption of the 2020 season.

Crows confirm suspected breach of training protocol

Adelaide have responded to reports a group of Crows players had broken AFL guidelines by training in groups during the coronavirus shutdown.

McGuire tells non-Vics to suck it up

In the face of growing discontent, Eddie McGuire has told non-Victorian clubs to suck it up over the perceived disadvantages they face.

Senior Constable stood down over Laidley leak

A senior constable with Victoria Police has been stood down after photos of former North Melbourne coach Dean Laidley in custody were leaked.

Coronavirus: AFL are 'jealous' of NRL returning on May 28

The NRL season is set to return on May 28 after the tireless work of Peter V'landys and company - and it now leaves AFL somewhat behind the eight-ball.

Former Kangaroos coach in police custody

Former North Melbourne coach Dean Laidley is reportedly in police custody on Sunday night after facing court.

Dangerfield frustrated by reaction to players' stance on hubs

Patrick Dangerfield has labelled criticism of his AFLPA presidency as "frustrating" and defended the players' stance on the quarantine hubs proposal.

Carlton plan for 2020 without Charlie Curnow

Carlton are planning for a 2020 season without emerging key forward Charlie Curnow, regardless of when the competition restarts.

Dockers players latest to flout social-distancing laws

Three Fremantle players are the latest Australian sportsmen to be investigated for flouting social-distancing laws after footage of the trio at a Perth house party emerged on Wednesday.

McGuire calls for calm on hub panic - 'That's worst-case scenario'

Eddie McGuire has called for calm following reports of a possible player revolt should the AFL opt for a 20-week hub option when the season resumes.

Wood has premiership medal stolen

Former Western Bulldogs skipper Easton Wood has had his premiership medal stolen in an incident in Melbourne's Albert Park.

AFL stars reportedly considering 2020 boycott

AFL players on Tuesday attended an online briefing where they were told details of the governing body’s plans for the remainder of the 2020 season.

AFL produce stirring ANZAC Day tribute at an empty MCG

This was incredibly moving.

Cousins pleads not guilty, denied bail

Former West Coast captain Ben Cousins has been denied bail following his latest arrest.

Cousins to appear at bail hearing, facing 15 criminal charges

Cousins was arrested by Perth police on Wednesday after he was allegedly found in possession of drugs.

AFL fixture boss reveals "only way" season can restart

AFL fixtures boss Travis Auld concedes confining all 18 clubs inside a hub may be the "only way" to get the season back underway as the League prepares to reveal a return to play.

Cousins arrested by Perth police

Cousins spent Wednesday night in a Perth jail and will face court on Thursday.

Former Bomber 'wasted time' at club

Former St Kilda and Essendon star Brendon Goddard has admitted he 'wasted' the prime of his career during his four-year stint with the Bombers.

Lachie Hunter apologises for drink-driving incident

Hunter was on Tuesday handed a four-game suspension and hit with a club-imposed fine after he was last week charged by police.

Bulldogs hand down Hunter sanctions

Less than 24 hours after standing down as vice-captain of the club, Western Bulldogs star Lachie Hunter has been suspended for four games by the club as well as receiving a $5,000 fine.

Crows suspend Tyson Stengle for four matches

Hunter to step down as Dogs vice-captain

Western Bulldogs vice-captain Lachie Hunter will reportedly step down from the role following a drink driving incident last week.

Malthouse calls out "Victorian central" AFL

“I am so filthy and I have been since I coached West Coast, that it is so Victorian central

Crows young gun charged by police

Just hours after Western Bulldogs vice-captain Lachie Hunter was charged by police for drink driving, Adelaide Crows young gun Tyson Stengle has also been charged with similar offences.

Hunter set to charged by police after alleged drink driving incident

Coronavirus: Sam Newman's bizarre plea to see golf return

He's polarising and out there at the best of times - but AFL personality Sam Newman has gone to some bizarre lengths to see golf return in Victoria.

AFL coronavirus: McLachlan reveals updated return plans

With the NRL announcing last week they would return on May 28, some of the attention has now turned to the AFL and when they will decide on a return to play date amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

McCartin eyes return after positive update

Former number one draft pick Paddy McCartin's long road back to football could be nearing its end as he continues to make progress from a series of head knocks.

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews suggests AFL return could be 'months away'

While the NRL is full steam ahead, the AFL is still waiting...

Premiership Swan's hilarious LMFAO run-in that inspired hit

Premiership Swans great Jude Bolton has detailed the hilarious story behind a hilarious run-in with Red Foo from pop band LMFAO in Los Angeles that inspired the outfit's mega hit 'Champagne Showers'.

Dew eager for Gold Coast to become hub

Dockers defend Fyfe following police probe

Fyfe came under police scrutiny on Thursday after a photo of him surfing during Western Australia’s coronavirus lockdown emerged.

Fyfe to be investigated by WA Police over surf

Fremantle skipper Nat Fyfe is set to be investigated by Western Australia Police after a photo of him surfing appeared.

Hibberd pays tribute to brother who went missing while fishing

Melbourne footballer Michael Hibberd has paid tribute to his older brother Geoff who passed away after going missing while fishing over the weekend.

Teague's grim fears for stood down coaches

Carlton coach David Teague admits coaches in the AFL industry who've been stood down at their respective clubs due to the devastating financial toll of the coronavirus stand down face severe career uncertainty given the nature of the job.

Dangerfield feels uneasy about resuming season in quarantine hub

Cornes calls out 'mentally fragile' Adelaide star Taylor Walker

King slams AFL over lack of transparency

Two-time premiership great David King has taken a stab at the AFL for not being up front with fans about plans to re-commence the 2020 season.

Cornes alleges 'big name' player has been sending him abusive messages

AFL considering housing teams in Darwin ‘hub’, report

The AFL is reportedly considering a proposal to base up to six teams in the Northern Territory provided the 2020 season is cleared to restart after the coronavirus.

Brad Scott and Damien Barrett got into it in NYC

Former North Melbourne coach Brad Scott reportedly got into a physical altercation with journalist Damien Barrett at a New York City bar in late 2016.

Aftermath of McGuire-Jones on-air bust-up revealed

McGuire and Jones were on Wednesday involved in an epic verbal stoush on Channel 9 News.

Members entitled to ask clubs for refunds - McLachlan

AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan has confirmed that club members are entitled to refunds, though stressed the precarious financial position some teams find themselves in.

Suburban grounds an option for shortened season

One positive that could emerge from the AFL's coronavirus shutdown could be the return of football to the spiritual home of some Melbourne clubs.

AFL coronavirus: Collingwood boss' plea to members

Collingwood Magpies president Eddie McGuire has given an impassioned plea to members of his club to stand by them during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus: SCG Trust unable to offer refunds for members

"It's a joke"

Mark Geyer savages Kane Cornes over Isaac Heeney criticism

"YOU ARE STUPID."

Lawyer to manage former footballer's fee from bizarre interview

If any good can come of Channel 7's bizarre interview with troubled former footballer Ben Cousins, it's that maybe the money he received will be put to good use.

Former AFL star Ben Cousins roasted for Channel 7 'tell-all' interview

Former AFL star Ben Cousins has been roasted for his 'tell-all' interview with Channel 7 on Sunday night, with fans claiming there was nothing new learnt from the special.

Cousins makes shock claim in documentary

Cousins will appear in the Channel 7 documentary ‘Coming Clean’ to be aired on Sunday night.

Draftees to be judged on last year's form, says McLachlan

AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan conceded that the nation's best young footballers may have to rely on their past performances to make their case.

Controversial Cousins documentary to air Sunday night

Channel 7 will air a controversial tell-all interview with Cousins on Sunday night.

AFL, AFLPA reach pay cut agreement

An agreement over the players' payment structure has been reached between the AFL and AFLPA.

Carlton forced to end 19-year affiliation with VFL side

Carlton has been forced to cut ties with long-standing VFL affiliate Northern Blues, as the coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the AFL industry.

Docherty happy to just have one game under his belt

Sam Docherty has opened up on the bizarre circumstances behind his short-lived AFL return last weekend, admitting it was very different to anything he'd imagined.

McLachlan's offer curries favour but AFLPA negotiations ongoing

Negotiations between the AFL and its players over a pay cut amid the coronavirus shutdown are ongoing, but Gillon McLachlan's offer to take a hefty pay cut himself has reportedly gone down well.

AFL coronavirus: Warne's solution to financial issues

With the AFL suspending its season in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, many are putting their ideas forward as to how the league should fix their financial issues.

Commentary around players' pay has everyone tense

The war of words between some players and members of the football media has continued in the fallout from the AFL suspending the competition until at least May 31.

Riewoldt hits back at Matthews

Scott's incredible sacrifice amid AFL-wide staff cuts

Geelong senior coach Chris Scott has reportedly offered to sacrifice his entire salary to alleviate the financial strain on his club and its staff.

Will the AFL be cancelled?

The AFL is determined to complete a season in 2020 despite the COVID-19 pandemic, though the situation is changing by the day.

Players and League locked in 'fierce disagreement'

With the AFL currently suspended until May 31 amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis, the League and the players are reportedly at loggerheads over possible pay cuts.

AFLPA reportedly agree to 50% pay cut during suspended season

McLachlan unveils plan to save clubs via drastic cost-cutting measures

McGuire: AFL 'will never be the same'

Collingwood president Eddie McGuire fears the AFL "will never be the same" after the League's decision to postpone the season as it bunkers down amid the devastating coronavirus pandemic.

Power forced to enter 14-day self-isolation

Each Port Adelaide player and staff who travelled to the Gold Coast for the Power's season opener against the Suns on Saturday have been placed in quarantine.

AFL clubs prepare for '70 per cent' staff exodus in financial fight

Announcing its decision to suspend the season in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan declared this the most serious threat to the game this century.

AFL season suspended until May 31 due to coronavirus

The AFL season is only one round in, but it has now been suspended due to coronavirus.

'This sh*t kinda lit': Americans turn to footy amid COVID-19

The global coronavirus pandemic has put a stop to just about every professional sport on the planet, though Australia continues to lag behind the rest of the world.

Collingwood staff member tests positive to COVID-19

The AFL has confirmed that the positive COVID-19 diagnosis of a Collingwood staff member will not see the competition suspended.

Matthew Kreuzer: Carlton ruckman ruled out for four months with foot injury

Coniglio: Shortened season a big opportunity for AFL

Giants captain Stephen Coniglio believes the shorter season that's been forced upon the AFL amid the coronavirus crisis could shed light on the potential for it to be a permanent change for the game in the future.