Keyword "Geelong Cats" - List of latest news (144 results)

10:46 ‘Very remorseful’ Hawk learns his fate

Hawthorn’s Conor Nash has been hit with a four-game ban for his sickening Easter Monday hit on Geelong star Gryan Miers.

21/04 Leigh Matthews addresses major James Sicily issue

AFL Hall of Fame legend Leigh Matthews has questioned how James Sicily’s ever-changing role is impacting his football “psyche,” with the Hawks skipper down on his best form so far in 2025.

19/04 Key Crow struck down in dour GWS win

Adelaide has claimed its first big scalp of 2025 with a tough — and at times ugly — 18-point victory over GWS in wet conditions at Adelaide Oval.

11/04 ‘Special game’: Geelong gun singled out for huge praise

Geelong coach Chris Scott felt like all his worst fears were coming true as Adelaide’s vaunted three-headed monster tall forward line ran riot in the first half on Thursday night.

10/04 ‘Undefendable’ mistakes to blame for loss

Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says poor decision-making keeps putting his team in “undefendable” positions and wouldn’t use the five-day break for the Crows’ disappointing fade out against Geelong.

09/04 Fraud ripped off autistic kids for $750,000 and blew it at the bookies

A bankrupt junior footy coach infiltrated two Melbourne schools where he learned internal systems to steal almost a million dollars he splashed on horseracing and AFL Grand Final tickets.

09/04 Oscar Allen’s trade saga takes fresh turn as new club emerges

Oscar Allen’s future has reportedly become a two-horse race with the reigning premiers the new frontrunner.

07/04 ‘Never wanted to show weakness’: AFL great’s issue with telling vision of Christian Petracca

Four-time premiership player and former Demons player Jordan Lewis says Christian Petracca should have saved his post-game frustrations for “behind closed doors” last Friday night.

04/04 ‘X-factor’ ready to strike for Lions

Having tasted the MCG as a spectator, Lions “X-factor” Bruce Reville will relish the chance to play at the home of football for the first time on Saturday when Brisbane seeks to extend its unbeaten start to the AFL season with a win over Richmond.

03/04 Fagan has ‘empathy’ for Tigers coach

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan’s “empathy” for his Richmond counterpart Adem Yze will only go so far on Saturday when the Lions attempt to stretch their unbeaten start to the AFL season to four matches by beating the Tigers at the MCG.

29/03 ‘Pretty special’: Detail shows Brisbane Lions are all class

Brisbane have completed a stunning 35-point turnaround, with a slick second half performance downing Geelong by nine points in slippery Queensland conditions.

22/03 Golden boot crucial in St Kilda’s huge win

Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera’s golden boot saved St Kilda from a fast-finishing Geelong in a Saturday night thriller at Marvel Stadium.

15/03 Freo coach’s blunt admission after round 1 bloodbath

Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir delivered a blunt admission about his own side in the wake of being torn to shreds by Geelong.

14/03 AFL premiers rocked by tragedy, surprise plan to unleash Levi Ashcroft

The Brisbane Lions get their premiership defence underway against the Sydney Swans at the SCG on Saturday afternoon after Cyclone Alfred forced their season opener against Geelong to be postponed.

14/02 ‘My mirror’: Love flows for AFL star

Friends and family have farewelled AFL legend Troy Selwood in an affecting service at Geelong’s GMHBA Stadium.Troy’s twin brother Adam led the tributes for the 40-year-old father described as “full of life, full of love, full of wisdom beyond his years”.

05/02 ‘Incredibly sad’: West Coast Eagles great dead at age 43

West Coast Eagles great Adam Hunter has died at the age of 43.

16/10 Bailey Smith, Western Bulldogs slammed over social media post

Bailey Smith finally got his wish in the dying minutes of the AFL trade period and it sparked a fierce response from Western Bulldogs fans.

25/09 ‘They won’t pick him’: Cats gun roasts journo in epic costume sledge

Geelong’s season may have come to an end in disappointing fashion last weekend, but its Whacky Wednesday celebrations have put a typically joyful spin on things.

24/09 ‘Set up to fail’: Bombshell report exposes Brownlow Medal farce

The AFL has reportedly denied a request from senior umpires to access stats post-game to aid the submission of Brownlow votes.

22/09 Lion Hugh McCluggage accused of staging in Dangerfield tackle

Some AFL greats are deeply divided on a contentious tackle during Brisbane’s comeback victory over Geelong as the league narrowly avoided a massive grand final week controversy.

22/09 Big announcement for Sydney and Brisbane fans ahead of AFL grand final

Virgin has added extra flights into Melbourne ahead of the AFL grand final making thousands more seats available as Brisbane and Sydney fans clamour to make it to the MCG.

22/09 AFL A-list couple raise eyebrows with public move

Harley Reid and Yasmin Duursma are set to make their Brownlow Medal red carpet debut on Monday night.

21/09 ‘Such a real pity’: Coach confirms Grand Final heartbreak for brave ‘much-loved’ Lion

Brisbane has effectively ruled Oscar McInerney out of the Grand Final after the Lions ruckman twice dislocated his shoulder in the 10-point preliminary final win over Geelong.

21/09 Extra flights available for footy fans

Brisbane Lions fans keen to cheer on their team in the AFL grand final will have a better chance of getting to Melbourne as Qantas adds more flights.

21/09 Brisbane Lions storm home to beat Cats and reach AFL grand final

The Brisbane Lions have produced another thrilling escape act to overcome Geelong by 10 points and reach a second consecutive AFL grand final.

17/09 Surprise contender emerges for axed Blues forward

A “serious contender” has emerged for delisted Carlton forward Jack Martin while an “honest conversation” has cast doubt over the future of a popular Blues player.

17/09 Power’s verdict on hamstrung defender

Charlie Dixon and Ryan Burton will be available to face Sydney on Friday night but Port Adelaide will remain without important defender Kane Farrell.

06/09 ‘Gave up’: Kane Cornes tears former club to shreds

Former Port Adelaide premiership star Kane Cornes has taken to his old side with a flamethrower.

06/09 ‘Clown’: Kane Cornes apologises after locking co-host out of studio

Kane Cornes was nowhere to be seen when his radio show began on Friday morning following Port Adelaide’s abysmal performance against Geelong on Thursday night.

06/09 Ken Hinkley’s brutal truth after home finals bloodbath

Under siege Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley admits him and his side must “live in the present” temporarily in an effort to accept the truths of their 84-smashing at the hands of Geelong on Thursday night.

04/09 ‘Not looking at anyone else’: Will Schofield identifies West Coast’s next coach

A West Coast premiership player has declared who he expects to be named the club’s new senior coach.

12/07 Live: Nick Daicos sends major injury scare through Collingwood camp against Geelong

Nick Daicos has remained out on the ground after clutching at his left hamstring in a tightly-contested first half against Geelong at the MCG. Follow live.

12/07 Live: Collingwood's finals hopes on the line in blockbuster clash against Geelong

The reigning premier's defence is on a knife's edge after last week's loss to Essendon as they hope to rebound against a resurgent Geelong side at the MCG. Follow live.

13/05 AFL boss hits back at independent doctor calls after Cameron concussion

AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon says he is "comfortable" with the way Geelong's medical staff handled a head knock to Cats star Jeremy Cameron on Friday night.

04/05 Dour Demons better than last year, says coach

Melbourne’s forward line remains a work in progress but coach Simon Goodwin has the Demons ahead of where they were last season after grinding down Geelong at the MCG.

02/05 ‘Read the room’: Interview stuns AFL world

A top footy coach has been met with backlash after voicing support for the return of a suspended player to the AFL, amid national conversations around behaviour towards women.

28/04 AFL fines Ollie Henry over Zac Williams diving incident

Geelong forward Oliver Henry has been fined by the AFL Match Review over an incident in Saturday’s clash with Carlton that was widely considered staging.

27/04 Carlton defender Zac Williams roasted over free kick attempt

Carlton defender Zac Williams has come under fire after appearing to stage for a free kick in Saturday’s 13-point loss to Geelong.

21/04 Geelong forward Jeremy Cameron got away with staggering act

Jeremy Cameron appears to have gotten away with a professional foul during the Cats’ soggy win over the Lions on Saturday night.

19/04 Seven star Nathan Templeton’s generous secret revealed during emotional funeral

Nathan Templeton’s generous charity work has been revealed at an emotional memorial in Geelong, where friends and family gathered in mourning following his sudden death last week.

18/04 ‘Frustrated’ skipper Marcus Bontempelli’s Dogs’ future in doubt

Superstar Marcus Bontempelli’s status as a one-club player is increasingly up in the air, with reports that the league’s best midfielder is unwilling to commit too far in advance on a new contract – despite his wishes to stay loyal to the Western Bulldogs.

15/04 ‘Crippling society’: AFL coach lashes Australia after Bondi stabbing attack

Alastair Clarkson has called for tougher measures surrounding drugs and alcohol related violence in the wake of the Bondi stabbing rampage that has rocked the country.

14/04 Young North gun hospitalised as Geelong run riot in demolition job

Geelong has continued its undefeated start to 2024 — and its ominous recent record against North Melbourne — defeating the Kangaroos 21.13 (139) to 10.4 (64) on Sunday afternoon at GMHBA Stadium.

09/04 ‘Obvious connection’: Surprise AFL lifeline emerges for Tarryn Thomas

A Victorian club hasn’t turned its back on the possibility of pursuing admonished North Melbourne player Tarryn Thomas this year.

20/03 Tasmania Devils break record in 24 hours, put AFL clubs to shame

The Tasmania Devils won’t join the AFL until 2028 but the appetite for Aussie Rules in the Apple Isle has already received a staggering endorsement of.

19/03 ‘About to find out’: Lyon lays down Collingwood challenge

The leadership injection of St Kilda star Jack Sinclair will boost his team’s chances of testing how “buttoned down” battling Collingwood’s system is after the reigning premiers were “pulled apart a little bit” in last weekend’s demolition by Sydney.

17/03 ‘Worst decision of the season’: Fans fume over umpiring howler

Patrick Dangerfield was the hero for Geelong on Saturday night, but it was a contentious moment involving the star that had fans seeing red.

12/03 ‘Keeping close tabs’: AFL club ‘very keen’ on poaching Clayton Oliver

A Victorian rival is reportedly preparing a surprise pursuit of maligned Melbourne midfielder Clayton Oliver.

08/03 Private school boy charged with mum murder

The 22-year-old man accused of killing Samantha Murphy enjoyed a private school education and shared his famous father’s love of football before he was charged with the murder that has shaken his sleepy home town.

05/03 Hardwick messiah hopes dashed by captains

Expectations new Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick can lift the Suns into the finals for the first time are low among the 18 AFL captains, with less than a quarter picking them to make the eight.

05/03 Abbey Holmes lands prestigious AFL gig on All-Australian panel

Former AFLW player turned commentator Abbey Holmes has joined the AFL All-Australian selection panel and will also vote on the league’s Rising Star Award.

29/02 ‘Got emotional’: Jordan Ablett opens up on big decision for son Levi

Jordan Ablett has shared new details about the challenges that have arisen with precious son Levi.

22/02 Cats star’s freak injury at opening bounce

A freak injury with the first kick of the match has derailed Geelong midfielder Cameron Guthrie’s comeback within seconds in a practice match against Carlton on Thursday.

29/01 Nadia Bartel hits beach in thong bikini

Nadia Bartel has been pictured soaking up the last of the school holidays with her family in Noosa.

14/01 Nadia Bartel debut new partner at Australian Open: ‘We’re so happy’

There’s been glimpses in the tabloids and the occasional selfie on social media - but Nadia Bartel and new partner Peter Dugmore are finally ready to step into the spotlight.

20/12 Sam Newman’s son suing Aussie NBA player over alleged assault

The son of media personality Sam Newman claims he could have made millions if not for an alleged assault at the hands of Australian NBA star Jock Landale

11/12 Huge gamble for Daisy Pearce as she takes on new role

Daisy Pearce is taking the plunge and is set to assume control of the West Coast Eagles AFLW side in her first role as a head coach,

27/11 Lions recruit buoyed by knee recovery

Brisbane recruit Tom Doedee says friendships formed with almost a dozen Lions over his career helped him make the call to move on from Adelaide after eight seasons.

16/11 Full AFL 2024 fixture: Grand finallists dudded as new ‘primetime darlings’ crowned

The AFL has announced the full fixture for season 2024, which will look slightly different than usual.

24/10 Wife of Geelong player Gary Rohan shares heartbreaking miscarriage experience

Madi Rohan, the wife of Geelong Cats forward Gary Rohan, has shared her heartbreaking experience with miscarriage.

19/10 ‘Done nothing’: AFL coach already on hot seat after Trade Period shocker

The AFL Trade Period is run and done and while some teams were active and made plenty of moves, others have emerged as the clear losers of the off-season.

13/10 Cats avoid heartbreak with new deal

Geelong has put to bed any concern Tom Hawkins might finish his AFL career at a second club after securing the champion goalkicker on a new one-year deal.

12/10 AFL Trade Period Day 4 live: Cats play hardball as trades ‘get a little bit ugly’

Welcome to news.com.au’s rolling coverage of Day 4 of the AFL Trade Period.

04/10 Rival chasing Dogs superstar; delisted duo’s potential lifelines – AFL Trade Whispers

Hawthorn reportedly remains interested in trying to lure Western Bulldogs star Bailey Smith this off-season.

30/09 Collingwood premiership winner blasted over handshake snub

Collingwood star Beau McCreery has been slammed online over an awkward moment in front of millions at the AFL Grand Final presentation.

29/09 AFL 2023 Grand Final ultimate guide: How to watch and stream

The excitement is building as we gear up for the 2023 AFL Grand Final. Whether you’re a diehard footy fan or just looking to catch the action, our ultimate guide has you covered.

11/09 Hardwick makes first big move

New Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has landed a massive off-field poaching move enticing former premiership player Shaun Grigg out of his contract at Geelong to join him at the Suns.

28/08 Gryan ‘Messi’ Miers steals show in PERFECT entrance to Cats’ Mad Monday

Geelong’s post-season celebrations have come several weeks earlier than usual, but as always the Cats have delivered on Mad Monday — most notably Gryan ‘Lionel Messi’ Miers.

26/08 Gary Rohan shares heartwarming family news on Instagram

AFL star Gary Rohan has announced he and partner Madi Rohan (nee Bennett) are expecting.

18/08 Buddy set for blockbuster

Lance Franklin is set to return to the SCG for a final farewell in Round 24.

12/08 ‘Is that what you want to hear?’: Geelong coach Chris Scott bristles at AFL Finals question

Time is running out for Geelong in their quest to play finals football this year, but coach Chris Scott remains resolute in his faith that the Cats can finish in the top eight.

11/08 ‘Embarrassing’: AFL world left stunned as Jeremy Cameron gets away with murder

Players and fans were left stunned on Friday night by a bizarre passage of play in the Collingwood-Geelong clash that led to superstar Jeremy Cameron’s fifth goal.

11/08 Collingwood captain Darcy Moore subbed out with hamstring injury in win over Geelong

Collingwood’s premiership hopes have taken a significant blow with captain Darcy Moore subbed out early in their Round 22 clash over Geelong at the MCG.

10/08 Premiership star calls it quits

Four-time premiership star and Norm Smith medallist Isaac Smith has announced he’ll retire at the end of Geelong’s 2023 campaign.

01/08 Call for unprecedented AFL punishment after Port Adelaide ‘disgrace’

There are calls for Port Adelaide to be made an example of as the club braces to learn what action the AFL will take over Aliir Aliir’s head injury.

31/07 Port hit with ‘please explain’ after concussion concerns

The AFL has ordered Port Adelaide to explain why star defender Aliir Aliir and teammate Lachie Jones didn’t undertake full concussion tests after a sickening collision which drew questions from a world renowned expert.

31/07 Buddy makes final career call

Superstar Sydney forward Lance Franklin’s 354th game last weekend will be his final AFL appearance after he told his Sydney teammates he would be retiring.

24/07 WAG reveals why she kept AFL star’s name

The former wife of an AFL star has revealed why she chose to keep her ex husband’s surname.

23/07 Lions gun’s heartbreak as scans confirm the worst

The Lions’ worst fears were realised on Sunday when scans confirmed that emerging star Will Ashcroft ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee in Brisbane’s weekend win over Geelong.

15/07 Collingwood coach Craig McRae takes aim at the AFL

Collingwood coach Craig McRae has passionately renewed calls for the AFL to give clubs the ability to name their full selected team of 23 by Thursday night.

13/07 ‘I never said this’: Gerard Whateley fuming after fake post blows up Twitter

Respected sports broadcaster Gerard Whateley has slammed social media trolls spreading a fake tweet quoting him comparing soccer legend Lionel Messi to Geelong Cats forward Gryan Miers.

10/07 Massive injury blow for Roos defender

North Melbourne have been dealt a massive blow in the wake of Sunday’s smashing by Geelong after scans confirmed defender Griffin Logue ruptured his ACL against the Cats.

06/07 Nadia Bartel’s ‘stunning’ European getaway with new boyfriend

Australians are struggling through a series of cold snaps that have hit the country – but not Nadia Bartel, who has escaped the record-cold temperatures.

30/06 ‘Buddy can’t believe what he’s witnessed’: All-time miss sums up Swans’ goalkicking shocker

The saying bad kicking is bad football is old as time, and the Sydney Swans proved just why with a shocking display in front of the big sticks on Friday night.

27/06 West Coast Eagles can’t afford to sack coach Adam Simpson

West Coast Eagles coach Adam Simpson might not be going anywhere despite the club’s nightmare run this season.

23/06 Gary Rohan’s accidental ‘friendly fire’ highlights AFL inconsistency, angers footy world

The AFL world is up in arms after Jeremy Cameron was hospitalised following an act of friendly fire courtesy of teammate Gary Rohan.

22/06 Geelong’s Jeremy Cameron knocked out by teammate in ’sickening’ hit

Geelong forward Jeremy Cameron has been stretchered off the field after being knocked out by a teammate in the early stages of Thursday night’s clash with Melbourne.

15/06 Geelong champion Patrick Dangerfield rushed to hospital

Geelong skipper Patrick Dangerfield was taken to hospital after copping a heavy knock during the Cats’ 38-point loss to Port Adelaide on Thursday night.

15/06 ‘Something I’ve never seen before’: Chris Scott erupts as Cats capitulate

Port Adelaide are on top of the ladder after a 16.14 (110) to 11.6 (72) win over the Geelong — and it’s clear the defending premiers are starting to feel the pressure.

03/06 Dogs go down in fast-paced thriller against reigning premiers at Marvel Stadium

A wayward Western Bulldogs have failed to capitalise on its advantage over a depleted Geelong midfield, succumbing to a 23-point defeat in a fast paced clash at Marvel Stadium.

27/05 Sam De Koning ‘channels LeBron James’ with NBA-style face mask in AFL first

Geelong youngster Sam De Koning returned from injury sporting an unusual protective face mask in his side’s 81 (12.9) to 74 (10.14) loss to GWS on Saturday night.

20/05 Massacre leaves AFL contenders rocked

Geelong were well and truly exposed on Saturday afternoon in Perth against a rampant Fremantle Dockers outfit.

16/05 Ouch! AFL star suffers horror injury

Geelong Cats star Ollie Henry suffered a horror injury on Friday night when he ruptured his testicle.

13/05 ‘Maybe 149’: Tim Taranto’s perfect response to Cornes question amid backlash

Richmond star Tim Taranto has silenced his critics and delivered a subtle jab to media pundit Kane Cornes after Friday night’s victory over Geelong at the MCG.

13/05 Post-game moment sends AFL rumour mill into overdrive

Tom Hawkins and Jack Riewoldt have inadvertently sparked retirement rumours after their post-game moment on Friday night.

13/05 ‘Plastered’: Richmond player’s mum steals the show

Brian Taylor was at his all-time best as he wandered around the Richmond rooms on Friday night after their win over Geelong at the MCG.

12/05 AFL world flipped upside down as premiers stunned by cellar-dwellers

The AFL world has been treated to one of the season’s biggest upsets with a Richmond performance that turned the clock back to the halcyon days of yellow and black dominance, running over a Geelong side that had been taking all before them after a slow start to the season.

06/05 Patrick Dangerfield image no one in the AFL wants to see

Just when the Dangerfield Express had seemingly reached terminal velocity, a hamstring-induced derailment has put the Cats skipper’s health back on to season 2023 news lists.

30/04 Ageless AFL wonder Tom Hawkins boots eight in ‘scary’ 17-year first

At 34 years of age, Geelong superstar Tom Hawkins just seems to be getting better.

23/04 ‘Insipid, embarrassing’: AFL world rips Swans after historic disaster

No injury list can excuse an “insipid” performance like the one the Swans dished up in their embarrassing grand final re-match loss to Geelong.

22/04 Horror 25-year first in Grand Final rematch bloodbath

If you thought the Grand Final was bad, the replay was downright horrific.

20/04 Nadia Bartel opens up about infamous white powder video

It was the misstep that no-one saw coming – one of Australia’s most savvy influencers caught out on the very platform that made her famous, allegedly breaking multiple laws at a time when many people’s emotions were at an all-time high.

20/04 ‘Annoys the hell out of me’: Garry Lyon slams AFL

The decision to scrap Thursday night football for the next seven weeks is a move that “doesn’t make any sense”, according to Fox Footy’s Garry Lyon.

17/04 Gary Ablett Sr takes Supreme Court action against the AFL

Football icon Gary Ablett Sr is suing the AFL and his former clubs, Geelong and Hawthorn.

16/04 Fans fume over Dangerfield’s dangerous act

Geelong are well and truly alive in 2023 after recording a second-straight big-time victory.

10/04 Cat reveals brutal impact of shock umpire collision

Cats superstar Jeremy Cameron reveals he thought he’d “run into the fence” when he brutally collided with a boundary umpire while celebrating his seventh goal at the MCG.

09/04 Geelong sued over alleged ‘serious sexual abuse’

A former Geelong player has launched legal action against the AFL club over allegations of “serious sexual abuse”.

08/04 Ex-Geelong Cats player sues AFL club over alleged gang rape

A former Geelong Cats player is suing the AFL club for failing to protect him from sexual abuse after alleging he was gang raped at one of the club's properties while playing for them.

05/04 Why no AFL players have come out as gay

AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan has revealed there are known gay male players in the competition who are still reluctant to come out due to public pressure.

03/04 Cats forward under fire for Maccas comment after brutal assessment

Dual All-Australian Kane Cornes believes reigning premier Geelong is playing like a team that’s “satisfied” after dropping its third-straight game to open the season.

02/04 Geelong’s ‘absolute class’ act of sportsmanship praised

Geelong have been praised for their class act after the player stay on the field to form a guard of honour to help the Gold Coast Suns celebrate David Swallow becoming the club’s first player to 200 games.

29/03 AFL Grand Final start time ‘likely’ to switch to twilight, report claims

It’s “likely” the AFL Grand Final will be played in a twilight timeslot this year, according to a new report.

23/03 ‘A bit off’: Cats not panicking after 13 year first

Geelong coach Chris Scott is adamant his and his players are “not panicking” despite starting a season 0-2 for the first time in eight years.

23/03 ‘Two shockers’: Mick Malthouse says Dangerfield ‘doesn’t look the same’

Coaching great Mick Malthouse has hit out at new Cats skipper Patrick Dangerfield’s start to the season, saying he’s “had two shockers” and “doesn’t look the same dynamic player.”

23/03 ‘Vulnerable’ premiers problem exposed in ‘damning vision’

Geelong’s motivation has been questioned after Thursday night’s loss to Carlton left the reigning premiers winless after the opening two matches of the season.

23/03 Charlie Curnow shines as Carlton defeat reigning premiers Geelong

Charlie Curnow has come out on top of his 11-goal heavyweight shootout with Jeremy Cameron as Carlton won a thriller by eight points against Geelong at the MCG on Thursday night.

22/03 Daisy Pearce’s double AFL life causing concern

Daisy Pearce’s new double life has hit a snag, with the AFLW champion getting off to a rocky start on the mic on opening night.

18/03 ‘It’s been really tough’: Daicos brothers pay respects in ‘beautiful’ post-match tribute

Collingwood brothers Josh and Nick Daicos have opened up on their “beautiful” post-match tribute to their late grandfather, revealing they left rose petals on the MCG turf.

17/03 Chris Scott sparks debate with criticism of MCG surface

Geelong coach Chris Scott has sparked a debate after criticising the MCG surface for his side’s 22-point loss to Collingwood on Friday night.

17/03 ‘Awful’ scenes as Jeremy Howe’s gruesome injury leaves AFL world sick

Collingwood vice-captain Jeremy Howe is facing a lengthy stint on the sidelines, with the star defender stretchered off the MCG and taken to hospital after suffering one of the most horrific AFL injuries in recent memory.

17/03 Collingwood’s Jeremy Howe suffers sickening injury in Round 1 AFL blockbuster

Collingwood defender Jeremy Howe has suffered a sickening injury in the Magpies Round 1 blockbuster against Geelong at the MCG on Friday night.

15/03 AFL legends weigh in on the winners for the upcoming season

Happy Christmas, footy fans.

13/03 Contender set to crash the top four in 2023 AFL season

Let’s work out the tricky stuff first: Who’s going to miss out.

08/03 AFL captains’ predictions: Carlton backed to break 10-year drought at rival’s expense

Carlton has been widely backed by AFL club captains to return to the finals for the first time since 2013, while Demons star Clayton Oliver looms as this season’s Brownlow Medal favourite.

08/03 Clarkson snubbed by AFL club captains

Luring four-time premiership coach Alastair Clarkson to North Melbourne won’t be enough to lift last year’s wooden spooners in o the AFL finals, according to the league’s captains.

08/03 Selwood drops bombshell hint over potential new role

Joel Selwood is keeping himself incredibly busy after announcing his retirement from the AFL following the 2022 season.

07/03 Premiers and wooden spoon predictions ahead of 2023 season

You can smell it in the air; footy is almost here.

03/03 Grand final or bust for Lions

Lions great Simon Black says anything short of a grand final berth would amount to a “disappointing” 2023 season for a star-studded Brisbane line-up.

27/02 Nathan Buckley backflips on Collingwood’s brutal move against Brodie Grundy

Collingwood legend Nathan Buckley believes Dan McStay is more valuable to the club than Brodie Grundy and that he doesn’t think the ruck is a position worth investing a large amount of salary cap in.

26/02 Breakdown of every club from AFL’s opening pre-season game

The first week of AFL pre-season hitouts showed exactly what fans wanted to see - impressive new faces, including those in new places, and many changes.

23/02 Brodie Grundy’s trade heartbreak revealed in raw scenes

Brodie Grundy thought he’d be a Magpie for life.

21/02 Writing on the wall for Port Adelaide coach’s future

Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley’s time at the club is set to come to an end after the 2023 season, according to one former AFL player.

17/02 Fresh faces, new roles and injury voids: Every AFL club’s predicted Round 1 side

Footy is nearly here, with club-vs-club match simulations on their way next week and the lone official pre-season matches the week after that.

08/02 ‘Give back 200 grand’: League great tees off on ‘pretentious’ players amid recording dispute

League legend Gorden Tallis has slammed “pretentious” players amid anger over allegations an NRL executive attempted to record a private pay dispute meeting without permission.

08/02 Dad says James Hird was set-up by Eddie McGuire in ‘fake’ radio segment

The father of James Hird has accused Eddie McGuire of inadvertently being at the centre of a fake radio segment at the height of the Essendon drugs scandal.

08/02 NRL exile Brodie Croft signs bonkers eight-year-contract

Former Storm and Broncos playmaker Brodie Croft has signed a historic extension with Salford Red Devils that will keep him at the club until the end of 2030.

07/02 ‘The problem is getting him here’: John Bateman rumour squashed

Tigers coach Tim Sheens has shrugged off suggestions gun recruit John Bateman is nursing an injury — but conceded he was unsure when the Englishmen would arrive in Australia.

07/02 Richmond legend Michael Roach fighting for his life after heart attack

Richmond Tigers great Michael Roach is fighting for his life after suffering a heart attack last Tuesday.

06/02 ‘I give it two weeks’: Richmond’s master plan to reinvent ex-captain pushed out by boom recruits

Richmond looks set to unleash triple premiership captain Trent Cotchin as a forward in 2023, but the 32-year-old’s move out of the midfield is already being questioned.

06/02 Essendon legends Tim Watson and James Hird have fallen out

The full extent of Tim Watson’s falling out with former Essendon teammate James Hird has been revealed.

04/02 Blues star out for 2023 with brutal ACL injury confirmed

Star Carlton defender Zac Williams will miss the entire 2023 season after rupturing his ACL during pre-season, the club confirmed Saturday.

27/01 Storm star may miss trial games

World Cup winner Harry Grant isn’t sure whether he’ll feature in either of the Storm’s pre-season matches, with the star hooker only returning to the squad three weeks ago after a hectic 2022.

27/01 AFL star ready for cross-code switch

Geelong legend Joel Selwood has opened up on the lessons he learned having won four premierships over the course of a glittering AFL career, as he begins a new role with the Melbourne Storm as a leadership coach.

12/01 What every delisted and retired AFL player has planned for 2023

There’s always two sides to the story during flurry of post-season AFL list changes.