Western Bulldogs young gun Sam Darcy has capped off a night that could result in a ban with a remarkable fourth quarter in a stunning come-from-behind win over Collingwood. The Bulldogs trailed for much of Friday night’s clash but kicked five goals and held the reigning premiers to just one point in the last term … Read more
Veteran AFL caller Dwayne Russell has shared details of the incredible high-sugar food that he consumes during a game. Russell is a popular figure in the AFL industry and lit up Channel 7’s The Front Bar on Wednesday night with a lively and highly entertaining appearance. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Dwayne Russell spills on high-sugar … Read more
Alastair Clarkson has avoided a potential two-match AFL ban after the North Melbourne coach apologised for swearing in protest at an umpiring decision. Clarkson instead announced he will not coach from the boundary line for the rest of the season, adding he will continue to seek help for controlling his notorious temper. A league investigation … Read more
An inspirational Patrick Cripps cameo has led Carlton to an important 16.11 (107) to 10.11 (71) win over Port Adelaide to vault back into top-four contention halfway through the AFL season. The Blues entered Thursday night’s clash sitting eighth on the ladder, at risk of falling out, and the Power, on a three-game winning streak, … Read more
Collingwood 2010 premiership hero Heath Shaw has taken extraordinary aim at his former coach, Magpies great Nathan Buckley. The Shaw name is football royalty at Collingwood and Buckley is a club legend. But Shaw was forced out of Collingwood after the 2010 flag and the controversial coaching handover from Mick Malthouse to Buckley. Know the … Read more
The Western Bulldogs are already bracing themselves to lose injured AFL midfielder Bailey Smith to a rival club at the end of the season. Smith is in the final year of his contract and has been the subject of intense speculation dating back as far as last year. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Western Bulldogs can … Read more
The AFL is once again investigating an incident involving North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson. Clarkson has been accused of using offensive language that was audible to others, including match officials. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Alastair Clarkson facing new AFL investigation. Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today The vile language followed an umpire’s … Read more
AFL great Nick Riewoldt has a big issue with what he views as a major “inconsistency” around umpires and the way they officiate the game. Riewoldt is unhappy with a get-out clause umpires seemingly have at their disposal when making decisions on players who are time-wasting. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Collingwood give away bizarre free … Read more
COMMENT Halfway through another AFL season and as always, the relentless evolution of the game throws up a few changing themes and trends. Clubs and players will attempt to get ahead of the curve. Some will succeed, most will fail. Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today Sydney with only one loss and … Read more
Melbourne’s superstar captain Max Gawn has shared his thoughts on who the AFL should track down for its grand final entertainment showpiece, calling out five “realistic options” in order of 5-1. The decision is always a hot topic, and the AFL has come up trumps over the past two seasons with veteran rockers KISS lighting … Read more
