R9 preview: Showdown takes centre stage, can Freo, Blues bounce back?

Two blockbusters feature in the Saturday night slots, as Fremantle and Carlton will look to respond after last week's performances

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Ageless wonders: Behind the rise of super veterans defying Father Time

A trend is emerging seeing players moving well into their 30s in excellent form

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The not-so-secret weapon that makes Nick Daicos nearly unstoppable

The Magpie superstar's skill, class and decision-making are all elite, but it's all powered by one more trait, writes Cal Twomey

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Puppy love: How Jacob Weitering is giving back after sudden loss

Jacob Weitering loved his dog Beau so much he even included him in his wedding. Now, after Beau's passing, the Carlton defender is channeling his grief and love into a new venture

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Four footballing daughters, now it's Mum's turn

With a fourth daughter set to join the AFLW next season, it's no surprise Simone Davies has taken up the sport herself. Daughters Giselle, Fleur, Darcie and Georja share how their mum has shaped their footy journeys, and how they've shaped hers

AFLW Pocket Profile: Casey Sherriff

You'll find Casey Sherriff galloping down the wing during a game, but what does she do when she's not playing footy?

Duo get another chance, Blues sign young ruck

The Bombers, Kangaroos and Blues have added to their AFLW lists

Irish AFLW stars set to be impacted by tight turnaround

Sarah Black takes a look at how the tight turnaround between the Gaelic football and AFLW seasons could impact the 2025 campaign

Bombers leader announces pregnancy, Tigers hand veteran a lifeline

Bess Keaney will sit out the 2025 AFLW season due to pregnancy, while Richmond has signed experienced Lauren Brazzale

Men’s and women’s double-headers on cards as fixture call looms

League aims to foster 'one club, two teams' philosophy ahead of full AFLW fixture release

AFLW season opener confirmed, Thursday night shift for men's fixture

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

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

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

Draft Diaries: Remember the name Ava Usher

Ava Usher has long been touted as a star of the future. Now in her draft year, Usher sits down with AFL.com.au to talk all things footy

Draft Diaries: Introducing Ava Usher

Gold Coast Academy’s Usher on her ACL injury, rehab battles and best friend Havana Harris

Hinkley backs Port's stance on racism after Rioli ban

Port coach Ken Hinkley is supportive of the club's stance on racism in the AFL

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Bedford ruled out of Cats clash as Giants aim to snap streak

Giants tagger Toby Bedford has been ruled out of Sunday's clash against Geelong after meeting with an ophthalmologist

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Incoming Blues boss gets more hands-on as CEO transition looms

Graham Wright is stepping up his involvement in Carlton's operations as Brian Cook's departure draws closer

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LISTEN: More worries for big Docker, how Pendles-free Pies did it

Join Damian Barrett and Joey Pignataro for AFL Daily

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Elliott boots six as Pies pile more pressure on Dockers

The Magpies have recorded an impressive win over the Dockers

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TEAMS: Key Demon out, Bulldog injured, FIVE changes for Port

The teams are in for round nine's Friday and Saturday matches, and Sunday's teams

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'Just can't win': Clarkson skeptical on potential Origin timing

Alastair Clarkson is unsure if State of Origin can successfully fit into the busy modern-day footy schedule

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Devils would lose millions without new stadium, modelling predicts

Modelling has pointed to the financial importance of a new stadium to the Tasmania Devils, who will enter the AFL in 2028

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Light at the end of tunnel for star Saint, young gun to return

Max King remains sidelined with ongoing knee issues but insists he will be back before the end of this season

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AFL statement - Willie Rioli

THE AFL has sanctioned Willie Rioli with a one-match suspension

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It's here! AFL26 video game hits shelves

The AFL and Australian game developer Big Ant Studios are excited to launch AFL26, the newest AFL video game that will connect fans and gamers alike, available from Thursday, May 8

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AFLW competition committee welcomes new members

Eight new members were welcomed to the committee in the first meeting for the year

AFLW Community Camps return for 2025

All 18 teams will head out to local communities

AFL Statement - Vale Peter Nixon AO

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WATCH LIVE: Young Guns back in action before Mid-Season Draft

Victoria and Tasmania’s leading Mid-Season Rookie Draft hopefuls will team up against a Victoria Country U18 team this Sunday in final game of the Young Guns Series

AFL launches new off-field career development program to support women athletes

The AFL has launched a brand-new suite of learning and development offerings to support women athletes off the field

AFL congratulates Jack Crisp

The AFL today congratulates Jack Crisp as he is set to play his 245th consecutive match, passing Jim Stynes for the longest games streak in VFL/AFL history

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Celebrating Community Umpiring Week

The AFL and broader football community will come together in Round 8 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season to celebrate Community Umpiring Week

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