‘We are challenging everyone’: Bulldogs make a statement against tired Saints

After being made the sub a week earlier Bailey Dale led the Bulldogs to an emphatic win over St Kilda to give credence to the notion he needed a circuit breaker to find form.

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1 hour ago, The Age, St Kilda Saints, Western Bulldogs

Marking contests: The surprising way AFL players get concussed

In AFL data with potential ramifications for how the game is coached, this masthead can reveal that of the concussions reported in 2023 – for all games including finals – the largest share came in marking contests.

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1 hour ago, The Age

Footy Fix: The Saints were ten times as rubbish as the Dogs were last week – and it’s worth working out why

Amid all the hysteria and gnashing of teeth that accompanies any team following a particular galling loss, it’s worth remembering at all times that our game has an unmatched capacity to be very, very funny. How else would you describe a team and a coach in the gun all week, with rumours of player...

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5 hours ago, The Roar, St Kilda Saints, Western Bulldogs

Jesus, Nelson Mandela, Abraham Lincoln … and Trump

Former US President Donald Trump fronts his “hush money” trial in Manhattan. Photo: GETTY IMAGES At times you think life’s too short, I can’t possibly spend any more time writing about Donald Trump. Go for a walk McFadyen. Marvel at the clouds and the flight of birds in the sky. Have a laugh...

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6 hours ago, Footyology

Crows hoping to continue momentum after first win

The Adelaide Crows are hoping to spark a resurgence after recording their first win of the season last weekend.

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10 hours ago, The Age, Adelaide Crows

AFL Teams Round 6 – Cats unveil big ins.

ST KILDA v WESTERN BULLDOGS Thursday April 18, 7:30pm at Marvel Stadium SAINTS B: J. Battle, Z. Cordy, C. Wilkie HB: L. Stocker, J. Sinclair, N. Wanganeen-Milera C: R. Byrnes, S. Ross, B. Hill HF: J. Higgins, C. Sharman, M. Owens F: D. Wilson, A. Caminiti, T. Membrey FOLL: R. Marshall, J. Steele –...

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10 hours ago, Big Footy, Geelong Cats

R6 teams, captain tips, trade advice – Ep. 682

R6 teams, captain tips, trade advice – Ep. 682

Catch The Traders every Thursday evening from 6:15pm AEST as they talk the teams for the upcoming round. The boys are live on AFL.com.au and the AFL Live app. You can also head to facebook.com/AFLFantasyOfficial to join the show. Ask your questions in the comments or via Twitter as Roy, Calvin and Warnie...

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11 hours ago, Dreamteam Talk, Fantasy

Carlton reveals plans to target Irish players

Carlton has revealed a plans to target Irish players in this weekend’s game.

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11 hours ago, The Age, Carlton Blues

FINAL TEAMS: St Kilda vs Bulldogs – Round 6, 2024

TEAM NEWS: St Kilda and Bulldogs have finalised their lineups for the match at Marvel Stadium. Who are you tipping to win?

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11 hours ago, Zero Hanger, St Kilda Saints, Western Bulldogs

AFL LIVE updates: St Kilda v Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium

Follow along for all the major moments and post game reactions as St Kilda clash with Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium.

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11 hours ago, The Age, St Kilda Saints, Western Bulldogs

Former Collingwood utility backed to make AFL comeback after strong start with new club

“He’d be one of the most damaging forwards at WAFL level and is probably one you could easily see back in an AFL program.”

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12 hours ago, Zero Hanger, Collingwood Magpies

Swans young gun addresses future amid reported rival interest

The 22-year-old has a big decision to make.

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13 hours ago, Zero Hanger

‘They’ll lose another’: Blues’ luck to turn for worse... and it could spur ‘nervy’ reaction

Fox Footy’s Leigh Montagna is tipping another slender loss this weekend for the Blues, who have become well-accustomed to playing in tight affairs.

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13 hours ago, Fox Sports, Carlton Blues

Crows backman ruled out of Bombers bout, second defender in doubt

Adelaide could be without two senior defenders when they host Essendon on Friday night.

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13 hours ago, Zero Hanger, Adelaide Crows, Essendon Bombers

The Cat flying under the radar, all eyes on returning Bulldog: The AFL players to watch for Round 6

We’ve named the players set to draw extra attention this weekend.

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14 hours ago, Zero Hanger, Western Bulldogs

The 11 AFL clubs who could be active at the 2024 Mid-Season Draft

Currently, a total of 17 list spots can be used at next month's talent intake.

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14 hours ago, Zero Hanger

Geelong coach Chris Scott declares “incumbent” use of Tribunal loophole, confirms trio of selection calls

“Whether you agree with it or not, it’s incumbent on you to use that.”

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14 hours ago, Zero Hanger, Geelong Cats

‘Pies are gettable’: Premiers’ big ‘concern’ tipped to be exposed by vengeful Port in ‘upset’

Two-time premiership winner David King has boldly declared “the Pies are gettable” in the stoppage battle as they prepare to face an in-form Port Adelaide outfit this Saturday.

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15 hours ago, Fox Sports, Collingwood Magpies

Craig McRae denies Collingwood players banned from taking pics with trade target Bailey Smith

Collingwood coach Craig McRae shot down suggestions his players had been told not to be in social pictures with possible trade target Bailey Smith as he outlined plans to replace defender Nathan Murphy after his forced medical retirement.

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15 hours ago, Fox Sports, Collingwood Magpies

Chelsea Roffey Marks 300 AFL Matches: A Career Milestone

Chelsea Roffey officiates her 300th AFL match during the Round Six clash between Collingwood and Port Adelaide at the MCG this Saturday. With a career spanning over two decades, Roffey began her umpiring journey in 1999 with the QAFL before making her AFL debut in 2004. Her impressive career includes...

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15 hours ago, Big Footy

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