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  • MATCH REPORT

    Injury-ravaged Blues hold on to clinch gutsy win over Saints

    Carlton secures a 15-point win over St Kilda in Spud's Game

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    Spud's Game meets its moment as Saints and Blues join arms

    St Kilda and Carlton players came together in memory of the late Danny Frawley

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  • 'Proud' Voss lauds Blues' resilience, Saints positive after 'moving feast'

    Michael Voss expressed his pride as the Blues were able to push through a run of injuries to overcome St Kilda's pressure and seal victory

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  • TEAMS: Young Roo returns, Cat back, Lions' big boost

    The teams for Sunday's round nine games have been announced

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      • Jack Silvagni, Jacob Weitering and Oliver Hollands post-game after Carlton's win over St Kilda at the MCG in round nine, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos

        'Proud' Voss lauds Blues' resilience, Saints positive after 'moving feast'

        Michael Voss expressed his pride as the Blues were able to push through a run of injuries to overcome St Kilda's pressure and seal victory

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      • Harry McKay celebrates kicking a goal during the match between St Kilda and Carlton at the MCG in round nine, 2025. Picture: Getty Images

        Injury-ravaged Blues hold on to clinch gutsy win over Saints

        Carlton secures a 15-point win over St Kilda in Spud's Game

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        match report
      • Cody Weightman is seen during the Western Bulldogs' clash against West Coast in round three, 2024. Picture: AFL Photos

        Dogs forward to undergo further surgery in cruel blow

        Bulldogs forward Cody Weightman needs further surgery on his knee

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      • Patrick Cripps kicks while being tackled by Jack Steele during the match between St Kilda and Carlton at the MCG in round nine, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos

        Final teams, subs locked in for Spud's Game. Follow LIVE from 7.40pm AEST

        Follow all the action from the clash between the Saints and Blues

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      • L-R: George Wardlaw, Gryan Miers, Kai Lohmann. Pictures: AFL Photos

        TEAMS: Young Roo returns, Cat back, Lions' big boost

        The teams for Sunday's round nine games have been announced

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      • Lachie Schultz collapses in the hands of medical staff during round nine, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos/Getty Images

        League explains why umpires didn't stop play after Schultz incident

        Umpires would have stopped play if they'd seen Lachie Schultz lying concussed on the turf during Thursday night's game, the League has explained

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      • Daniel Rioli celebrates a goal during the R7 match between Gold Coast and Sydney at People First Stadium on April 27, 2025. Picture: Getty Images/AFL Photos

        New Sun relishing 'special' homecoming in rare Darwin appearance

        Local Daniel Rioli will play just his second career game at TIO Stadium

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      • Chad Cornes, Mark Ricciuto and Charlie Dixon. Pictures: AFL Photos
        Opinion
        Opinion

        Why the Showdown is still footy's biggest grudge match

        From the Ramsgate to Houston's big hit, Mark Ricciuto, Chad Cornes and Charlie Dixon tell Bharat Sundaresan why Crows-Power clashes still set Adelaide alight

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      • Willie Rioli in action during Port Adelaide's clash against Sydney in round six, 2025. Picture: Getty Images

        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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      • L-R: Dan Houston, Zak Butters, Darcy Fort. Pictures: AFL Photos
        Analysis
        Analysis

        The 'stars and soldiers' list strategy infiltrating the AFL

        And this growing worldwide trend is here to stay

        AFL
        analysis
      • Toby Bedford is seen during a Giants training session on May 9, 2025. Picture: Phil Hillyard

        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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      • Graham Wright at Collingwood training in 2021. Picture: AFL Photos

        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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      • Sean Darcy (right) and Darcy Cameron contest the ruck during Fremantle's clash with Collingwood in round nine, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos

        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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      • Tom De Koning (left) and Rowan Marshall compete in a ruck contest during round 21, 2023. Picture: AFL Photos
        Analysis
        Analysis

        How Saints v Blues could solve the De Koning debate

        Not just a question of cash v commitment, Tom De Koning's contract call also considers the trajectories of Carlton and St Kilda. On Friday night, De Koning will have a front-row seat to both

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        trade
      • Lincoln McCarthy is helped after injuring his knee against Gold Coast in round eight, 2024. Picture: AFL Photos

        How AI, genetics and old-school surgery could change ACL injuries forever

        Nathan Schmook investigates what the future of ACL injury prevention and treatment could look like in the AFL

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      • IF there is nothing left for Bont to master on the field ... THEN
        Opinion
        Opinion

        IF there's nothing left for Bont to master on the field ... THEN

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

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        opinion

      Fantasy News

      • Marcus Bontempelli celebrates kicking a goal during the match between the Western Bulldogs and St Kilda at Marvel Stadium in round six, 2025. Picture: Getty Images
        Fantasy
        Fantasy

        Fantasy ready R9: Top five remaining captains, rookie targets, draft tips, more

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

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        fantasy
      • Tom De Koning celebrates a goal during Carlton's clash against North Melbourne in round six, 2025. Picture: Getty Images
        Fantasy
        Fantasy

        LISTEN: Tough trading week, top captains, teams, news, more

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

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        fantasy
      • Christian Petracca celebrates a goal during Melbourne's clash against Richmond in round seven, 2025. Picture: Getty Images
        Fantasy
        Fantasy

        Fantasy stocktake: Who to buy and sell ahead of R9

        Roy explores all the Fantasy trade options ahead of round nine

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        fantasy
      • 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

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        fantasy

      Injury Latest

      • Cody Weightman is seen during the Western Bulldogs' clash against West Coast in round three, 2024. Picture: AFL Photos

        Dogs forward to undergo further surgery in cruel blow

        Bulldogs forward Cody Weightman needs further surgery on his knee

        AFL
      • 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

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      • 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

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      • 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

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      Trade and Contracts

      • Tom De Koning (left) and Rowan Marshall compete in a ruck contest during round 21, 2023. Picture: AFL Photos
        Analysis
        Analysis

        How Saints v Blues could solve the De Koning debate

        Not just a question of cash v commitment, Tom De Koning's contract call also considers the trajectories of Carlton and St Kilda. On Friday night, De Koning will have a front-row seat to both

        AFL
        trade
      • Jacob Konstanty, Harry Jones, Aidan McCartney. Pictures: AFL Photos

        Roo set for new deal, Bomber in talks, son of a gun's big draft call

        Check out all the latest trade news from around the League

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        trade
      • 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

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        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

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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

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        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

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      • 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

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      • 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

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      • 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

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      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

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        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

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      • 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'

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        draft

      Sliding Doors

      • IF there is nothing left for Bont to master on the field ... THEN
        Opinion
        Opinion

        IF there's nothing left for Bont to master on the field ... THEN

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

        AFL
        opinion
      • 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

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        opinion

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