Bulldogs’ AFLW set to move to double-header slot;Josh Battle decides future;Pies sign veterans;Hawkins nears return,perhaps through VFL
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024

Bulldogs’ AFLW set to move to double-header slot;Josh Battle decides future;Pies sign veterans;Hawkins nears return,perhaps through VFL

The AFL is expected to move the Western Bulldogs’ round two AFLW match to avoid the clash with the men’s elimination final,Hawthorn wins the battle for Josh Battle,the Magpies announce a number of new deals,and Tom Hawkins contemplates a return through the VFL.

  • byMarnie Vinall

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September heat:This is who is under the most pressure in the finals
Opinion
AFL 2024

September heat:This is who is under the most pressure in the finals

These six men face the toughest task of all – staying composed when the heat is on in finals and delivering when it matters most in September.

  • byKane Cornes
Young Hawk takes flight in this year’s All-Australian squad
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024

Young Hawk takes flight in this year’s All-Australian squad

A former Bomber with an elite kick and pace to burn is among the most eye-catching inclusions in this year’s All-Australian squad.

  • byJon Pierik andMarc McGowan
Finals fixture revealed:Dogs and Hawks get Friday night timeslot
Analysis
AFL 2024

Finals fixture revealed:Dogs and Hawks get Friday night timeslot

After one of the most dramatic conclusions to a home-and-away season in VFL-AFL history,the finals are upon us. With the times and venues locked in,let’s look at how the combatants match-up.

  • byJon Pierik
Power shock proves Carlton’s heart-starter,but it should never have come to that
Four Points
AFL 2024

Power shock proves Carlton’s heart-starter,but it should never have come to that

Carlton should not have left their finals hopes in the hands of others. Meanwhile,the Hawks have developed some embarrassing habits - embarrassing for all the teams left in their wake.

  • byMichael Gleeson
Carlton scrape into the top eight after Freo were denied finals spot by the Power
AFL 2024

Carlton scrape into the top eight after Freo were denied finals spot by the Power

After a wild home-and-away season,we now have our final eight.

  • byMarnie Vinall,Peter Ryan andMarc McGowan
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Liam Jones faces nervous MRO wait to play first final as Bulldogs qualify
AFL 2023

Liam Jones faces nervous MRO wait to play first final as Bulldogs qualify

After a stirring end to the season,the Western Bulldogs enter September in formidable form,but there are doubts hanging over whether they’ll have key defender Liam Jones for their elimination final.

  • byPeter Ryan
Why Bailey Smith is bound for Geelong
Analysis
AFL 2024

Why Bailey Smith is bound for Geelong

Unless there is an unexpected twist,or the trade founders on the rocks of recalcitrance,Western Bulldog Bailey Smith will be moving down the Geelong Road to play for the Cats in 2025.

  • byJake Niall
Port to challenge Houston ban;Pies to complete a ‘deep dive’ review;Police probe Adelaide’s Crouch
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024

Port to challenge Houston ban;Pies to complete a ‘deep dive’ review;Police probe Adelaide’s Crouch

Adelaide midfielder Matt Crouch is under police investigation for a clash with a Port Adelaide supporter and the Power will challenge Dan Houston’s five-match ban as the bitter fallout from last weekend’s Showdown continues. Meanwhile,the Magpies will complete a major review into a season gone wrong.

  • byPeter Ryan,Andrew Wu andJon Pierik
Undermanned Blues crunch Eagles;Gawn re-signs with Melbourne
AFL 2024

Undermanned Blues crunch Eagles;Gawn re-signs with Melbourne

The Blues,Hawks and Western Bulldogs all prevailed on a day of drama. Meanwhile,AFL greats have their say on Dan Houston’s controversial shirtfront of Adelaide star Izak Rankine. Houston has been sent directly to the tribunal.

  • byJon Pierik,Marc McGowan andMarnie Vinall
Why the AFL needs red cards,and why the Lions were let down by more than Joe’s shanked kick
Four Points
AFL 2024

Why the AFL needs red cards,and why the Lions were let down by more than Joe’s shanked kick

(Dan) Houston,the AFL has a problem that only a red card can fix. The Brisbane Lions also have a problem,and it’s more than Joe Daniher missing a late shot on goal against the Magpies.

  • byPeter Ryan