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Carlton captain Patrick Cripps is not matching the lofty heights he set in his 2024 season.

Carlton face confronting reality with concerns over two superstars

There’s one key statistic that is not often discussed but it is a glaring problem for the coach.

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AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon says the league will focus on helping its players.

AFL boss responds to renewed calls for mental health round

One player’s hospital battle after being delisted has shone a spotlight on the AFL’s next move.

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Charlie Comben has finally hard launched his relationship with Liv Taylor.

AFL player ‘hard launches’ relationship with ex-teammate’s sister

The star defender was pressured into it on live radio and was immediately ‘nervous’ about would happen next.

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AFL CEO Andrew Dillon and AFL Executive General Manager of Football Laura Kane.

The one simple thing AFL fans want from league bosses

GEORGIE PARKER: There is more drama off the field than on so far this season as supporters cry out for strong leadership.

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Former Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley (centre) admits he is intrigued by the Tasmania Devils job. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)

'There's a chance': Buckley flags interest in Devils

Collingwood great Nathan Buckley has met with Tasmania Devils boss Brendon Gale and is open to joining the AFL expansion club as its inaugural coach.

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Chris Judd and Adam Selwood at a recovery session in 2007.

‘Perfect teammate’: Judd’s beautiful tribute to Selwood

Eagles premiership captain Chris Judd has penned a heartfelt tribute to Adam Selwood, describing his old midfield partner as ‘the perfect teammate’.

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Dockers star Luke Jackson.

Gawn issues apology over Jackson trade quip

Narrm (Melbourne) captain Max Gawn has publicly apologised for insinuating Dockers star Luke Jackson could be returning to the Demons, saying he didn’t mean to throw fuel on trade talk’s fire.

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Current Waalitj Marawar (West Coast) players are backing the push for a mental health round.

Eagles players back push for AFL mental health round

Current Waalitj Marawar (West Coast) players are backing the push for a mental health round in the wake of the tragic loss of Adam Selwood.

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Harley Reid burst the game open in the second quarter.

Selwood spirit drives Eagles to first victory of 2025

Adam Selwood would be smiling down on his beloved Waalitj Marawar (West Coast), who honoured his memory with an emotional 28-point victory over Euro-Yroke (St Kilda).

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Eagles players linking arms and paying tribute to Adam Selwood.

‘Sorely missed’: Eagles players, fans stop to honour Selwood

Waalitj Marawar (West Coast) players and fans have paid tribute to Adam Selwood, with the club’s clash against St Kilda at Optus Stadium set against a backdrop of grief and sadness.

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Shai Bolton was a star of the first half as Fremantle beat GWS.

Dominant Dockers stun Giants in superb away victory

The Dockers have produced an away win to remember with a stunning display against Greater Western Sydney to get their season back on track and show precisely what they are capable of.

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“We kindly ask for privacy as we navigate this difficult time” Selwoods family announced on Saturday morning.

Coaches lead tributes to Eagles flag hero Adam Selwood

Adam Selwood has been remembered as the ‘ultimate team man’ and ‘a wonderful husband, father, son and brother’ among a flood of tributes after the West Coast premiership player’s death on Saturday.

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Collingwood coach Craig McRae was overcome with emotion over the death of Adam Selwood.

McRae in tears as Magpies win amid 'horrible sadness'

Collingwood coach Craig McRae broke down in a press conference after his side's hard-fought 10-point win over Adelaide following Adam Selwood's tragic death.

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