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Essendon's Rutten uncommitted to coaching

Embattled Essendon coach Ben Rutten says he has "no expectations" regarding his future beyond Saturday night's clash with Richmond.

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Giants prepared for the Nat Fyfe of old

Fremantle captain Nat Fyfe will make his return from a hamstring injury as the Dockers look to keep their AFL top-four hopes alive with a win over GWS.

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Essendon admits to mishandling Ben Rutten coaching situation as Alastair Clarkson signs with North Melbourne

New Essendon president David Barham concedes mistakes were made as the Bombers left embattled coach Ben Rutten in the dark during their botched pursuit of Alastair Clarkson.

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Blues star Curnow signs bumper AFL deal

Rejuvenated forward Charlie Curnow, who is set to claim his first Coleman Medal, has signed a bumper six-year deal to remain with Carlton.

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Alastair Clarkson reveals reason for taking North Melbourne AFL coach job

Four-time Hawthorn premiership coach Alastair Clarkson says he is looking forward to helping North Melbourne rebuild as its coach.

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Clarkson commits to North, 'circus' over

Four-time premiership coach Alastair Clarkson will lead North Melbourne in their 2023 AFL campaign.

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Inside the Game: Carlton and Collingwood's defensive evolution a key as old foes clash again

The outside focus may be on Carlton and Collingwood's attacking stars, but changes on the other side of the ball have been vital for both sides as they prepare for an epic renewal of their rivalry this weekend, write Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson.

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Neale to rise above tagging tactics in AFL

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan expects Lachie Neale's teammates to be smarter in their defence of the midfielder if he's copping heavy attention against Melbourne.

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Blues set to gamble for clash with Pies

Both Carlton and Collingwood will be bolstered by some big names for their blockbuster at the MCG on Sunday, while Fremantle will be without Rory Lobb.

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Alastair Clarkson to make AFL coaching call soon as Essendon, North Melbourne wait for his decision

Alastair Clarkson says he hopes to make a decision about his AFL coaching future soon, while admitting to feeling uncomfortable about being the centre of media attention.

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Shuey in, but which Eagles face the axe?

West Coast coach Adam Simpson has praised Luke Shuey for his ability to overcome a string of soft-tissue injuries in recent years by signing him for 2023.

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AFL coach circus 'embarrassing': Clarkson

North Melbourne expect Alastair Clarkson will decide if he wants to coach the Kangaroos by Sunday, or take up an audacious last-ditch offer from Essendon.

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I really don't like Crows: Port defender

Port Adelaide defender Darcy Byrne-Jones openly admits to his dislike of AFL rivals Adelaide ahead of their Saturday night clash.

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Fagan, Lions ready for Demons litmus test

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has had the rematch with Melbourne circled ever since the defending AFL premiers bullied them in a 64-point drubbing in June.

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Wounded star Bontempelli to lead Bulldogs

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has declared wounded captain Marcus Bontempelli a certain starter for Sunday's do-or-die clash with Hawthorn.

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GWS' McVeigh fights on for full-time gig

Interim GWS coach Mark McVeigh says he's loved steering the side this AFL season, but remains hopeful he can land the Giants' full-time role.

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Hardwick hails re-signed Tiger Rioli

Richmond coach Damien Hardwick believes reborn AFL defender Daniel Rioli deserves to be in All-Australian contention after signing a new five-year deal.

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Saints' Hannebery calls time on AFL career

Injury-hit St Kilda midfielder Dan Hannebery has announced his AFL retirement and will bow out with a final match against his former club Sydney on Sunday.

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Hardwick supports under-fire Bombers coach

Richmond coach Damien Hardwick is feeling for former Tigers assistant Ben Rutten as he fights to keep his position in charge of Essendon.

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Melbourne AFL flag defence on track: coach

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says his reigning AFL premiers are building cohesion at the right time of the season.

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Ex-coach Noble involved in St Kilda review

Former North Melbourne coach David Noble is assisting St Kilda in a review of the AFL club after fading to miss finals football.

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Essendon's Hurley calls time on AFL career

Essendon defender Michael Hurley will play a farewell game for the Bombers this weekend and return from a life-threatening injury before retiring.

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Flag success won't define me: Dangerfield

Star Geelong midfielder Patrick Dangerfield will notch his 300-game milestone when he lines up in Saturday's AFL clash with West Coast.

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Suns' Rankine likely to need surgery: Dew

Gold Coast's Izak Rankine may well have played his final AFL match for the Suns, with coach Stuart Dew revealing the forward is facing off-season surgery.

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North continue AFL pursuit of Clarkson

North Melbourne want a soft indication about Alastair Clarkson's 2023 plans by the end of Wednesday but it is not an ultimatum to the AFL master coach.

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