AFL trade period looms as quietest in more than a decade
Reductions in list sizes and the salary cap are the major factors behind why this year’s player movement window is poised to be somnolence-inducing.
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Melbourne Demon fans arrested in regional WA after ‘sneaking into state to attend grand final’
Melbourne bar and restaurant owner Hayden Burbank and financial planner Mark Babbage have been arrested after allegedly entering WA by falsely claiming to be Darwin residents and attending the AFL […]
Demons re-sign Mitch Brown amid list changes
Mitch Brown has re-signed with Melbourne for another year despite the veteran playing just one AFL match in 2021.
‘We’ll have a look at it’: AFL open to MCG night grand final
AFL chief Gillon McLachlan says the start time of next year’s grand final is up for debate should it return to the MCG.
Essendon’s AFL base an option as Western United look for a home
Western United chief executive Chris Pehlivanis has confirmed that the nomadic A-League club is in talks with Essendon over a deal to use Tullamarine as a training base.
AFL fans to advocate for return to day grand final, despite bumper TV ratings
The AFL Fans Association is set to advocate for a return to a day-time grand final from next season as part of its post-season correspondence with the game’s CEO, Gillon […]
Perth Ashes Test getting shakier despite AFL grand finale
Perth’s hold on a men’s Ashes Test is getting shakier by the day despite the city hosting a glittering grand finale to the AFL season
AFL grand final 2021 LIVE updates: No late changes, subs named as Demons and Bulldogs count down to first bounce
Follow along for all the major moments and post grand final reaction as Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs face off to decide the 2021 AFL premiership.
Not so mad Max: From footy nobody to standout captain
Max Gawn made a false start to his AFL career, but towers over the game and stands to lift Melbourne’s first premiership cup for 57 years.
Why the AFL grand final whistle will send my blood cold: a domestic violence survivor’s plea to good men
During sporting events, domestic violence numbers grow. This is a dangerous time, and a time for decent men to step up.
AFL grand final teams and expert tips
The selected teams, including the ins and outs, for the 2021 AFL grand final.
Great final expectations? Not for Dees and Dogs fans
For long-suffering fans of perennial AFL underachievers the Western Bulldogs and Melbourne Demons, dreams of winning the premiership carry a lot of baggage.
No change to grand final plans as WA announces positive COVID-19 case in truck driver
WA authorities say there will be no disruption to the AFL grand final at this stage despite a NSW truck driver testing positive for COVID-19 after driving through the state […]
Unsung heroes: Displaced umpires soldiering on through the pandemic
It’s not just players and coaches who have made immense sacrifices to keep sport going through the pandemic. Spare a thought for possibly the most maligned people in the AFL.
‘Weapons’ of Bulldog destruction: Demons ready to pull the right lever
The Demons have started to drill into the Western Bulldogs’ game plan and say they know what awaits come the AFL grand final on Saturday.
AFL clubs seek advice after Tom Wills discovery
Several AFL clubs have tributes to Australian football’s founding father, Tom Wills, who has been linked to a massacre of Aboriginal people 160 years ago.
Will the bye disadvantage the Demons?
This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson look ahead to the grand final, review Brownlow night and talk off-field moves at the AFL […]
Demons declare Spargo fit for grand final
Melbourne Demons small forward Charlie Spargo will be available for the AFL grand final in Perth next week after surviving an injury scare at training.
Roarke Smith’s journey from seven rookie contracts to the AFL grand final
With seven successive rookie contracts to his name, and two knee reconstructions, Western Bulldog Roarke Smith has lived his football life on the fringe. But on Saturday he’ll play in […]
On the Brownlow red carpet, WA designers get their moment in the sun
For the second year in a row Melbourne misses out hosting the AFL’s night of nights for daring dresses (and sporting prowess).
Learning to compete: The redemption of Josh Schache
Growing maturity and a competitive edge have helped Western Bulldogs tall Josh Schache reignite his career at AFL level as he prepares for his first grand final.
Landlords v tenants? Jokes aside, Dees and Dogs fans share similarities
On a surface level, next weekend’s AFL grand final would appear to pit supporter bases from two different walks of life against each other. In truth, both fan bases are […]
‘Astonishing’: Why Easton Wood is in awe of Marcus Bontempelli
Western Bulldogs premiership skipper Easton Wood has spoken of Marcus Bontempelli’s unique trait and why he is ready to handle the spotlight of leading in an AFL grand final.
Who’s in line for the AFL throne?
A look at the candidates to take over when Gillon McLachlan leaves the AFL.
Birds of Toyko, Eskimo Joe and Baker Boy to feature on Perth’s big day
Birds of Tokyo and Eskimo Joe are among the headline acts for the AFL grand final entertainment, which will have a theme of Australian anthems.
Cousins accepts AFL invite to the Brownlow
West Coast great Ben Cousins has indicated he will attend Sunday’s Brownlow Medal count in Perth, in what would be a sign of improved circumstances for the fallen champion.
Greene case is about respect for umpires, not contact with them
Toby Greene deserved to be suspended, but the AFL has let a lack of respect towards umpires drift on for too long and this is the result. A conversation about […]
AFL grand final moves to Perth, will be played at Optus Stadium
The AFL has announced that this year’s grand final will be played in Perth, with the timeslot set to be later than usual due to the time difference in WA […]
Toby Greene verdict as it happened: AFL unhappy as GWS star banned for three matches
Toby Greene is set to front the tribunal from 9am AEST after making contact with umpire Matt Stevic during the Giants’ win over Sydney.
McInerney calls for tribunal change, says Greene was ‘lucky’
Shane McInerney – who holds the record for the most AFL games umpired – says it’s time the league took more responsibility for incidents involving officiators.