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Horne-Francis stars as Port Adelaide power past Geelong

Port Adelaide, led by a dominant display from Jason Horne-Francis, have stunned Geelong with a 30-point victory on home turf at Adelaide Oval.

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Gritty loss to Dockers caps off horror week for Carlton

Carlton's drama-filled week has ended with defeat to Shai Bolton-powered Fremantle, after the Blues withdrew Elijah Hollands' younger brother before the game.

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Pendlebury likely to rest up after Anzac Day heroics

Evergreen Collingwood champion Scott Pendlebury will likely wait an extra week to break the VFL/AFL games record following a remarkable Anzac Day performance.

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Hawthorn outshine Suns after 'baffling' 50m penalty

Despite a mid-game fright, Hawthorn have done enough to topple Gold Coast, but not all are happy following a controversial 50m penalty.

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AFL sacks appeals board chair, Gawn condemns language

Melbourne captain Max Gawn says players were "embarrassed" by the AFL appeals board verdict declaring offensive language is "commonplace" in the game.

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The AFL bans disruptive racists. Surely the police can do the same for morons who boo welcome to country on Anzac Day

To dishonour the memory of Indigenous and other Australians who served during wars is despicable, ignorant and a moral crime

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Kangas aim to box with best as giant litmus test awaits

North Melbourne have made their best start to an AFL season in a decade but face a tough run over the next month, starting with GWS in Canberra.

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Dees fear worst for midfielder after latest knee injury

Melbourne midfielder Jai Culley faces another lengthy stint on the sidelines after hurting his left knee in the big win over Richmond.

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Cruel blow for Magpies defender as Hill returns in VFL

Unlucky Collingwood defender Reef McInnes has suffered another serious knee injury in the same VFL game where Bobby Hill made his return to action.

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‘Homophobia has no place’: AFL takes aim at own appeals board over Lance Collard’s reduced ban

Andrew Dillon ‘specifically rejects’ reasoning for slashing suspension as verdict is upheld after St Kilda player allegedly used homophobic slur

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'Unbridled enthusiasm': Saint to return through VFL

One of St Kilda's most important players could be back in the AFL as early as next week as he makes his long-awaited injury comeback.

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'Don't overthink it': Suns mids search for answers

Touk Miller has addressed Gold Coast's curious midfield struggles ahead of a Hawthorn test in Tasmania that will reveal how the Suns are travelling.

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The AFL’s Anzac Day game: how a shared tradition became a two-club monopoly

On Anzac Day, Collingwood and Essendon will meet at the MCG for their annual blockbuster in front of more than 90,000 people.

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AFL appeals board under fire for homophobia findings

Lance Collard's lengthy suspension for a homophobic slur was reduced on appeal, but the AFL has smashed the appeals board over the decision and its reasoning.

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Collard's 'crippling' homophobic slur ban reduced

The AFL appeal board has slashed St Kilda forward Lance Collard's suspension for using a homophobic slur in a VFL match.

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Adelaide captain named for return after family tragedy

Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson has been named in the Crows' extended squad, a week after missing a game due to the sudden death of his older brother.

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'Nothing to lose' for Tigers as spearhead makes return

Faced with a big test on the big stage, Richmond coach Adem Yze will find some reprieve from an injury crisis for their Anzac Day clash against Melbourne.

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Magpies make Anzac Day call on skipper, Hill return

Collingwood are taking a conservative approach with hamstrung captain Darcy Moore, while a premiership hero will feature in the VFL.

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The Conversation

Sports need better game-day mental health protocols to protect athletes – here’s how

Last Thursday night at the MCG, fans witnessed a gripping game of AFL football between Carlton and Collingwood.

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Carlton formally report to AFL over Hollands incident

Carlton have formally reported back to the AFL after investigating how Elijah Hollands' public mental health episode was allowed to take place at the MCG.

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Tears shed as troubled Sun named for Gold Coast debut

Jamarra Ugle-Hagan endured a year from hell in 2025, but things are looking bright for him this season as he prepares to make his Gold Coast debut.

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St Kilda to build on existing AFL mental health game

St Kilda have further plans to build the game in honour of club legend Danny Frawley into the AFL's premier marquee match in support of mental health.

The Guardian - AU

From the Pocket: Ross Lyon gives an unvarnished view of AFL reality but too often punches down

The St Kilda coach wields unprecedented power in the modern game while his team remain marooned in the middle

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Milestone looms as GWS star weighs up one-club career

Set to become the new club all-time games record holder, GWS captain Toby Greene has reflected on potentially ending his career as a one-club player.

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Long live King: Saints hopeful for long-awaited return

St Kilda are hoping Max King will make his long-awaited return to the AFL, while Fremantle and Carlton have been dealt with injuries in their ruck stocks.

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