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  • 17:17

    ACCESS: Freo is 'mentally weak', Bulldogs 'blood boiling' at Smith

    Damian Barrett and Matthew Lloyd with the latest news and opinions from Round 8.

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  • ANALYSIS

    Flat-track bullies? The damning stats that show Freo's away woes

    With a challenging month of away clashes ahead, Fremantle needs to find a way to win on the road if it's to seriously contend in 2025, writes Nathan Schmook

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  • Famous rivalry to once again open AFLW season

    One of footy's famous rivalries will kick off the AFLW season to mark the 10th season of the competition

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    The picks new Tassie recruiting boss nailed, Saint’s huge response after coach bake

    Footy Feed: Sarah Olle and Riley Beveridge with the latest news

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    • Fremantle players look dejected after their loss to St Kilda in round eight, 2025. Picture: Getty Images
      Analysis
      Analysis

      Flat-track bullies? The damning stats that show Freo's away woes

      With a challenging month of away clashes ahead, Fremantle needs to find a way to win on the road if it's to seriously contend in 2025, writes Nathan Schmook

      AFL
    • Players observe a minute's silence paying tribute to GWS forward Jacinda Barclay during round one, 2021. Picture: AFL Photos/Getty Images

      Famous rivalry to once again open AFLW season

      One of footy's famous rivalries will kick off the AFLW season to mark the 10th season of the competition

      AFLW
    • Elaine Grigg celebrates a goal during week eight, 2024. Picture: AFL Photos/Getty Images

      Around the state leagues: Dynamic Dogs dominate, former Pie shines

      Check out all the action from the state leagues around the country

      AFLW
    • Lewis Melican catches Toby Bedford high during Sydney's clash against Greater Western Sydney in round eight, 2025. Picture: Getty Images

      MATCH REVIEW: Swan cops ban for high hit, fines galore after spicy Sunday

      The Match Review findings for Sunday's round eight games are in

      AFL
    • Willie Rioli jnr celebrates a goal during round five, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos/Getty Images

      AFL reminds clubs of 'respectful communication’ after Rioli message

      The AFL and Port Adelaide will take no further action after Willie Rioli contacted a Western Bulldogs player following the Power's loss to the Bulldogs on Saturday

      AFL
    • Captains Connor Rozee and Jordan Dawson hold the Variety Shield ahead of the 2025 Showdown between Adelaide and Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval. Picture: Getty Images

      Crows predict fire, braced for Power response in Showdown

      Port Adelaide is desperate to respond to its mauling from the Western Bulldogs with a win over fierce rivals Adelaide in Showdown 57

      AFL
    • Hugo Garcia celebrates a goal during St Kilda's clash against Fremantle in round eight, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos

      Saints young gun lands Rising Star nomination after big response

      Hugo Garcia is the Telstra AFL Rising Star nominee for round eight

      AFL
    • Harley Reid warms up ahead of the match between West Coast and Fremantle at Optus Stadium in round three, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos

      'It's shocking': Eagles urged to trade wantaway star to conserve club culture

      Matthew Lloyd says West Coast should let Harley Reid go at season's end to allow room for new recruits who want to be at the club

      AFL
    • Fremantle players look dejected after their loss to St Kilda in round eight, 2025. Picture: Getty Images

      'He's got our full belief': Serong backs Longmuir after Dockers' shocker

      Caleb Serong has backed Dockers coach Justin Longmuir amid Fremantle's rollercoaster run of form

      AFL
    • Brisbane defenders Keidean Coleman and Tom Doedee. Pictures: AFL Photos
      Analysis
      Analysis

      The selection headaches looming for high-flying Lions

      A major selection squeeze is looming at Brisbane, which has made a 7-1 start to the season

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      analysis
    • Jordan Dawson celebrates a goal during the match between Adelaide and Carlton at Adelaide Oval in round eight, 2025. Picture: Getty Images

      Coaches' votes, R8: Crows skipper climbs to top, SEVEN perfect 10s

      The coaches' votes for the round eight games are in

      AFL
    • Josh Dunkley kicks the ball during Brisbane's clash against Gold Coast in round eight, 2025. Picture: Getty Images
      Opinion
      Opinion

      Nine things we learned: This Lion is the glue for Brisbane's midfield

      Bailey Smith has never been better, the Crows have many options at their disposal, plus more round eight lessons

      AFL
      opinion
    • Marcus Bontempelli celebrates a goal during the R6 match between Western Bulldogs and St Kilda at Marvel Stadium on April 20, 2025. Picture: Getty Images/AFL Photos

      The 25 is back: Who will rise, who will fall in our May rankings?

      The next edition of AFL.com.au's The 25 will be published on Tuesday

      AFL
    • Max Gawn celebrates during the round eight match between West Coast and Melbourne at Optus Stadium, May 3, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos
      Fantasy
      Fantasy

      LISTEN: Max-imum points, OK to trade TDK?

      Max Gawn posted the highest AFL Fantasy score of 2025

      AFL
      fantasy
    • Clayton Oliver runs with the ball during Melbourne's clash against North Melbourne in round two, 2025. Picture: Getty Images

      Oliver set to resume training as skipper dismisses trade talk

      The Demons expect midfielder Clayton Oliver to be back in training on Tuesday

      AFL
    • Collingwood recruiting boss Derek Hine speaks with media during the 2023 AFL Draft on November 21, 2023. Picture: AFL Photos

      Tasmania make two key football department appointments

      Tasmania CEO Brendon Gale has made two key appointments to his football department

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    Fantasy News

    • Max Gawn celebrates during the round eight match between West Coast and Melbourne at Optus Stadium, May 3, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos
      Fantasy
      Fantasy

      LISTEN: Max-imum points, OK to trade TDK?

      Max Gawn posted the highest AFL Fantasy score of 2025

      AFL
      fantasy
    • Sam Davidson in action during the Western Bulldogs' clash against St Kilda in round six, 2025. Picture: Getty Images
      Fantasy
      Fantasy

      LISTEN: Oliver options, top captains, team news, more

      Calvin, Roy and Warnie bring you the round eight teams, latest Fantasy news, best captains and more

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      fantasy
    • Chad Warner celebrates a goal during Sydney's clash against Gold Coast in round seven, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos
      Fantasy
      Fantasy

      Fantasy ready R8: Top five captains, trade targets, draft tips, more

      Calvin brings you everything you need to get Fantasy ready for round eight

      AFL
      fantasy
    • Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera celebrates a goal during St Kilda's clash against Brisbane in round seven, 2025. Picture: Getty Images
      Fantasy
      Fantasy

      Fantasy stocktake: Who to buy and sell ahead of R8

      Roy explores all the Fantasy trade options ahead of round eight

      AFL
      fantasy

    Injury Latest

    • Harrison Jones leaves the field on a stretcher during the R8 match between Essendon and North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium on May 1, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos
      Updated
      Updated

      Big Bomber avoids surgery, gun defender to miss weeks

      News on Harry Jones' ankle was better than expected, though Essendon still left limping after close win

      AFL
    • Jackson Archer holds his hamstring as he is tackled by Mason Redman during the match between Essendon and North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium in round eight, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos

      Hammy injury sidelines young Roos defender for up to eight weeks

      Scans show Jackson Archer suffered a high-grade left hamstring injury against Essendon

      AFL
    • Riley Thilthorpe looks dejected after Adelaide's loss to Fremantle at Optus Stadium in round seven, 2025. Picture: Getty Images

      Injury boost for Crows as scans bring good news for Thilthorpe

      Scans have revealed a hairline fracture for Riley Thilthorpe

      AFL
    • Dan McStay is seen after Collingwood's win over Essendon in round seven, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos

      Scans confirm another knee injury for Magpies forward

      Scans have confirmed the severity of Dan McStay's knee injury

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    Trade and Contracts

    • Liam Ryan celebrates a goal during West Coast's clash against Brisbane in round two, 2025. Picture: Getty Images

      Eagles premiership forward 'gettable' with year left on contract

      AFL.com.au's Cal Twomey has revealed Eagles forward Liam Ryan is gettable this year

      AFL
      trade
    • L-R: Lachie Neale, Jesse Dattoli and Adam Sweid. Picture: AFL Photos

      No rush for Neale, Swans start signings, Bombers' big trade call

      Check out all the latest trade news from around the League

      AFL
      trade
    • Leek Aleer, Jagga Smith, Dougie Cochrane. Pictures: AFL Photos
      Updated
      Updated

      Giant's latest offer, Jagga's new role, latest on potential 2026 No.1

      Check out all the latest trade news from around the League

      AFL
      trade
    • Nick Bryan, Brayden Maynard and Nathan Kreuger. Pictures: AFL Photos

      Bombers ruck in talks, next free agency moves, ex-Magpie back on radar

      Check out all the latest trade news from around the League

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      trade

    Things We Learned

    • Josh Dunkley kicks the ball during Brisbane's clash against Gold Coast in round eight, 2025. Picture: Getty Images
      Opinion
      Opinion

      Nine things we learned: This Lion is the glue for Brisbane's midfield

      Bailey Smith has never been better, the Crows have many options at their disposal, plus more round eight lessons

      AFL
      opinion
    • Max Gawn celebrates Melbourne's win over Richmond in R7, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos
      Opinion
      Opinion

      Nine things we learned: Max Gawn might be the best ruck ever

      Harry Sheezel looks at home in defence, Marcus Bontempelli's importance can't be understated plus more round seven lessons

      AFL
      opinion
    • Connor Rozee ahead of Port Adelaide's match against Sydney in R6, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos
      Opinion
      Opinion

      Nine things we learned: Port has solved two problems with one move

      Port Adelaide has solved two problems in one move, a young Eagles leader is emerging plus more round six lessons

      AFL
      opinion
    • Nick Daicos during Collingwood's match against Sydney in Gather Round, 2025. Pictures: AFL Photos
      Opinion
      Opinion

      Nine things we learned: Tagging Nick Daicos is no easy task

      The Crows need a pressure forward, Matt Rowell just keeps getting better and better plus more round five lessons

      AFL
      opinion

    Footy Feed

    We bring you the latest news, analysis and opinion on all the big breaking stories from the No.1 news team in footy.

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    Tribunal and MRP

    • Lewis Melican catches Toby Bedford high during Sydney's clash against Greater Western Sydney in round eight, 2025. Picture: Getty Images

      MATCH REVIEW: Swan cops ban for high hit, fines galore after spicy Sunday

      The Match Review findings for Sunday's round eight games are in

      AFL
    • Andrew Brayshaw kicks the ball during the match between St Kilda and Fremantle at Marvel Stadium in round eight, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos

      MATCH REVIEW: Freo gun, Saints ruck cop fines for tripping

      The match review findings from Friday night's match between St Kilda and Fremantle are in

      AFL
    • Mason Redman warms up ahead of the R8 match between Essendon and North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium on May 1, 2025. Picture: Getty Images/AFL Photos

      MATCH REVIEW: Bombers defender cops fine for rough conduct

      The match review findings from Thursday night's match between Essendon and North Melbourne are in

      AFL
    • Carlton midfielder Adam Cerra and Adelaide defender Mitch Hinge. Pictures: AFL Photos

      The verdict is in: Gun Blues midfielder, Crows defender learn fate at Tribunal

      Adam Cerra and Mitch Hinge faced the Tribunal on Wednesday

      AFL

    Draft

    • Josh Lindsay was named best on ground in the Marsh AFL Academy's win over Coburg VFL on April 27, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos

      Damaging left-footer, ball-winners star as top draft prospects shine

      Josh Lindsay starred as the Marsh AFL Academy beat Coburg's VFL side

      AFL
      draft
    • Beau Addinsall in action for Australia U18 against Richmond's VFL side on April 13, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos

      LIVE from 12pm AEST: Watch Australia U18 v Coburg VFL

      Watch the stars of the future when the Marsh AFL National Academy Boys squad takes on Coburg's VFL team on Sunday

      AFL
      under-18s
    • Will Graham and Dylan Shiel in action during Gold Coast's clash with Essendon in round 22, 2024. Pocture: AFL P

      AFL reveals fix for lopsided ladder ahead of mid-season draft

      The order for the 2025 AFL Mid-Season Rookie Draft won't be determined by the normal ladder

      AFL
    • Darren Bewick after the 1999 Anzac Day game and (inset) Koby Bewick. Pictures: AFL Photos/X

      'Giddy up, Essendon fans': Son of a gun set to give Bombers draft win

      Essendon looks set to secure an absolute gun in the 'most compromised draft ever'

      AFL
      draft

    Sliding Doors

    • IF you watch the six finals the Pies played in 2022 and 2023 ... THEN
      Opinion
      Opinion

      IF you watch the six finals the Pies played in 2022 and 2023 ... THEN

      Sliding Doors is in full swing for 2025 .. and Damo's got plenty on his mind

      AFL
      opinion
    • IF most clubs panic and offer ridiculously long deals … THEN
      Opinion
      Opinion

      IF most clubs panic and offer ridiculously long deals … THEN

      Sliding Doors is in full swing for 2025 .. and Damo's got plenty on his mind

      AFL
      opinion
    • IF Damo has read some bizarre club statements ... THEN
      Opinion
      Opinion

      IF Damo has read some bizarre club statements ... THEN

      Sliding Doors is in full swing for 2025 .. and Damo's got plenty on his mind

      AFL
      opinion
    • Port Adelaide's Zak Butters. Picture: AFL Photos
      Opinion
      Opinion

      IF Zak Butters has racked up almost $50k in fines ... THEN

      Sliding Doors is in full swing for 2025 .. and Damo's got plenty on his mind

      AFL
      opinion

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