Melbourne have made a “big statement” with a brilliant seven-point win over Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval on Saturday night. In a thrilling clash that went down to the wire, the Demons held on for a 15.6 (96) to 13.11 (89) victory that confirmed their premiership credentials. “This is a big statement from Melbourne, you … Read more
A whistleblowing doctor has revealed allegations of secret illicit drug tests conducted to enable AFL players to avoid detection on game days, federal MP Andrew Wilkie says. Mr Wilkie told parliament of the allegations from a former Melbourne Demons club doctor and football club president. He described the allegations as credible and detailed, and provided … Read more
Melbourne have quietly paid tribute to recently retired midfielder Angus Brayshaw ahead of Thursday night’s season-opener against Sydney. Brayshaw was forced to call time on his career two weeks ago after extensive neurological testing showed his brain had deteriorated since he was concussed in last year’s finals. The 28-year-old penned an emotional open letter declaring … Read more
Melbourne’s AFL finals futility is embarrassing captain Max Gawn and it’s something he’s determined to fix. Even setting aside the issues in the Demons’ turbulent off-season, this year is massive given how badly their last two campaigns have ended. After winning the 2021 premiership, Melbourne have lost their past four finals for two straight-sets exits … Read more
Melbourne superstar Clayton Oliver is in the frame to play in the AFL’s season opener against Sydney on March 7. A month ago, it seemed fanciful to suggest that Oliver would be playing in the match given his tumultuous off-season. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: The latest on Oliver’s opening round chances. Stream analysis, local footy … Read more
Melbourne star Clayton Oliver nailed a spectacular snap before being left in a world of pain during an action-packed return to playing duties. Richmond and Melbourne faced off in an AFL match simulation battle across seven periods at Casey Fields on Sunday, with the first four terms being the main clash. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: … Read more
Melbourne has named Clayton Oliver for their pre-season match simulation against Richmond on Sunday, just three weeks since he returned to the club. Oliver had been absent from the club while dealing with a host of personal issues that date as far back as last year. The superstar midfielder had an injury-riddled season in 2023 … Read more
Josh Daicos sat out the dreaded yo-yo test at Collingwood training on Saturday with an injury concern. The AFL premiership player was bothered by a problem with his lower right leg and in some discomfort as he spoke to club physios on the track. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Clayton Oliver trains solo, Josh Daicos sits … Read more
Joel Smith’s career hangs in the balance after the investigation into the Melbourne player’s positive cocaine test took another twist. News Corp first reported that Sports Integrity Australia (SIA) found Smith guilty of taking a performance-enhancing drug in a pre-Christmas hearing. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Joel Smith facing two-year ban. Analysis, local footy and the … Read more
