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Nick Daicos gets a kick away under pressure.

Daicos’ Pies extend pain for Eagles, Harley

Harley Reid fought through the pain, but it was Nick Daicos and the Magpies who won the war as West Coast’s late-season slide continues.

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Melbourne proved to strong for the Dockers.

They’re Petty good! Demons stun Freo in MCG classic

Fremantle’s dreams of sewing up the minor premiership at the MCG have been dashed by a rampant Demons who powered home for a four-point win on their home deck.

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Former Geelong president Craig Drummond has apologised for the Cats' controversial concussion deal. (Con Chronis/AAP PHOTOS)

AFL chairman apologises over Geelong concussion case

AFL Commission chairman and ex-Geelong president Craig Drummond won't be involved in assessing the Cats' concussion case and has apologised for "mistakes" made.

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Jake Kolodjashnij has identified himself as the Geelong player who secretly signed a concussion waiver.

Player who signed Geelong concussion waiver revealed

The player who secretly signed a concussion waiver without the AFL or AFL Players Association’s knowledge has revealed his identity.

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Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge says he would have signed a concussion waiver during his playing days if it meant he could have kept playing.

Coach makes stunning admission about Geelong’s ‘secret deal’ bomb

Luke Beveridge has weighed in on the hot-button controversy and immediately thought about his playing days.

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LAUNCESTON, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 01: Nick Watson of the Hawks celebrates a goal during the 2026 AFL Round 21 match between the Hawthorn Hawks and the North Melbourne Kangaroos at UTAS Stadium on August 1, 2026 in Launceston, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images) Michael Willson/AFL Photos

History will be made if Nick Watson wins Coleman Medal

This is a quick statement. If Nick Watson wins the Coleman Medal, it will be one of the most remarkable achievements in AFL history.

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Former AFL Hall of Fame member Nicky Winmar is fighting to stay out of prison. (Brendan McCarthy/AAP PHOTOS)

Ex-AFL star Winmar pushes for no jail time over assault

Former AFL icon Nicky Winmar has already suffered punishment from the sporting world for assaulting a woman, a sentencing hearing has been told.

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An unnamed player and Geelong have reportedly agreed to a confidential concussion agreement. (Jason O'BRIEN/AAP PHOTOS)

Geelong avoids sanction over player concussion deal

A Geelong AFL player with a history of head knocks signed a secret deal with the club to take legal responsibility for future concussions.

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Emma Field.

Who is Emma Field? Lachie Neale’s rumoured new girlfriend

Here’s what we know about the new pilates-loving woman in Lachie Neale’s life.

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Luke Trainor has been offered a ban.

Tiger caged: Trainor offered ban for Jack Williams strike

Richmond defender Luke Trainor has been offered a suspension for his behind-the-play gut punch on West Coast forward Jack Williams. SEE THE VIDEO

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A new woman has emerged in Lachie Neale’s life.

Lachie Neale’s new flame revealed after bitter split

A new woman has emerged in Lachie Neale’s life following his highly publicised marriage breakdown.

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Fremantle have all but sewn up the minor premiership.

Dockers create history as magical 2026 season breaks records

Fremantle have all but sewn up the minor premiership and won a club record 18 games in a home and away season, on a night where the Western Bulldogs used radical tactics to try to create an unlikely upset.

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Bobby Hill says he will ‘take a break from football’ as Collingwood confirm the club and Norm Smith medallist have parted ways. 

Hill to ‘take a break’ from footy as Pies exit confirmed

Bobby Hill says he will ‘take a break from football’ as Collingwood confirmed the club and Norm Smith medallist have parted ways. 

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Alastair Clarkson says he hasn't given any thought to getting a contract extension with North.

Roos coach Clarkson hopes to avoid tap on the shoulder

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson hopes he is given the chance to lead the club to the promised land amidst talk he may not receive a contract extension.

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