Saints hope McCartin is frustrated
St Kilda coach Alan Richardson says his club hopes Paddy McCartin is getting frustrated as the key forward prepares for a fifth straight weekend in the VFL.
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China 'doesn't give a toss' now, but look at the big picture: Koch
AFL confirms Shanghai match will be broadcast live in China with 'staggering' audience potential - and that's worth celebrating, says Port chairman.
Collingwood: A club in two minds
Collingwood are a club torn between two list management strategies and have set themselves up for potential long-term on-field pain, according to former list management guru Chris Pelchen.
Oh boy! Captain Elly gives girls footy a big kick
A Perth school's football team has played its part in breaking down gender barriers by electing a girl as its captain.
AFL pay deal to drive massive salary cap increase
League to finally reveal to all clubs next week the prosperous new pay agreement with players that will increase salary caps by close to a total $40 million in 2017.
AFL teams round 8: all the ins and outs
MagpIes, Cats swing selection axe, Dogs rest Bob and Giants name debutant.
Magpie Treloar to miss clash with former side
Collingwood are facing the prospect of being without their two best midfielders for Saturday's clash against premiership fancies Greater Western Sydney after star Adam Treloar was left out of the Magpies side with an ankle injury.
Bulldogs' chance to prove they are masters of Domain
The last time the Western Bulldogs stepped foot on Domain Stadium for a clash against West Coast, they knocked the Eagles off their perch, a memorable 47-point elimination final victory, the first instalment in an epic and ultimately successful finals campaign.
Giants name debutant for Pies clash
Daniel Lloyd will become the third Giants debutant this year against the Collingwood Magpies on Saturday.
The dark secret behind the Eagles and Dockers' mascots
Most West Coast and Fremantle fans would rather walk over hot coals than 'barrack' for the other WA-based team, but one man switches his allegiance every week.
Tunnel closure cancelled after footy fan complaints
Maintenance on the Northbridge Tunnel has been postponed until further notice after it was found the closure time would clash with the end of the West Coast Eagles football game.
Shanghai showdown: Clubs banish 'negative' vibes
From questions in Mandarin, to local crowd support and players demonstrating handballs, there was nothing normal about this Suns-Power press conference under a blazing Shanghai sun.
Younger Suns starting to shine
After a shocking start to 2017, Gold Coast are making a better fist of it lately. And with a younger and more raw group than many people appreciate.
Simpson throws Jetta a lifeline as Eagles injury crisis set to ease
West Coast coach throws a lifeline to struggling midfielder Lewis Jetta, saying if he can return to his damaging best he is a strong chance to reclaim a regular spot in the Eagles side this season.
Fagan on mission to get Lions 'back on track'
Like all competitive people, Chris Fagan couldn't resist the challenge of taking on the league's most obviously challenged club.
Roughead to return to football, Beveridge quiet on Dogs' line-up
It will be a star-studded Western Bulldogs team in the VFL this week with Mitch Wallis and Stewart Crameri to be joined by injury-hit ruckman Jordan Roughead for his first game since suffering a serious hamstring injury during the pre-season.
Goodwin demands greater focus from Demons
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has warned his players they can't afford to go missing for a quarter against ladder-leaders Adelaide.
Scott's the man for the job at North: Carey
Brad Scott hasn't tasted the ultimate success at Arden Street, but he deserves an extension so he can lead the club into their next phase. Here's why.
Suns reach China for AFL match after delay
Gold Coast were held up for about two hours before arriving in Shanghai for their historic AFL match against Port Adelaide.
No internal problems at GWS: Coniglio
Greater Western Sydney vice-captain Stephen Coniglio has dismissed suggestions of dissension within his AFL club after an incident involving co-captain Phil Davis and ruckman Rory Lobb.
Crows star Phillips waived by WNBA
Erin Phillips' next step is uncertain after she was released by US basketball club Dallas Wings.
Walters midfield move was genius, says Lyon
Fremantle coach Ross Lyon jokingly says his decision to play Michael Walters in the midfield last week was a stroke of genius, and the goalsneak is set to get another crack in Sunday's clash with Richmond at the MCG.
What the ruck? Last possession rule could make the ruckman extinct: Brad Hardie
West Coast might not have a decent ruckman at the moment, but if the "last possession rule" comes into the AFL the Eagles won't have to worry about it because the ruckman could soon become extinct.
Daisy chain of events avoids slim pickings
Dale Thomas' 'selfless' act has further opened up the opportunity for the Blues to make a serious assault on football's open market at the end of 2017.
Blues face $1 million black hole as sponsor pulls out
Carlton president denies the club could be forced to seek financial aid from the AFL following the impending withdrawal of its major sponsor CareerOne.
Evolution at least gets AFL gaming off the ground
Will the AFL's new video game AFL Evolution help win back some of those gamers being lost to soccer through the spectacular success of the FIFA series? Our own guinea pig takes the new game for a spin.
Whitfield ready for return: Coniglio
Stephen Coniglio says Lachie Whitfield has matured during his drug-related AFL suspension ahead of his return this weekend.
Aliir in mix for selection recall
Aliir Aliir is available for selection this weekend after serving a club-imposed one-match suspension.
Will he or won't he: the Sutherland dilemma ?
The AFL has made its first approach to teen dual-sports sensation Will Sutherland, holding talks with the school boy who recruiters believe could be taken as high as the top 10 in this year's national draft.
Magpie Pendlebury gives top priority to impending birth
Collingwood skipper Scott Pendlebury says he's prepared to walk off midway through Saturday's AFL clash with GWS if his wife goes into labour.
West Coast's Jeremy McGovern cops a pie to the face, Alan Joyce style
Whenever West Coast play at the MCG, they usually end up with egg on their face, but in the Hit 92.9 studios an Eagles key defender copped a pie instead.
Fly me to the moon ... is it as far as Shanghai?
With all the hand-wringing going on over an AFL game in Shanghai, you would think travel to China was something new.
Veteran Kelly to celebrate 300 against Cats
James Kelly insists his week of rest against Melbourne a fortnight ago wasn't engineered to ensure he plays his 300th game against the club he was drafted to as a mop-haired teenager.
Richmond take positives from Bulldogs loss
Richmond have taken plenty of self-belief from their narrow loss to the Western Bulldogs, according to coach Damien Hardwick.
Shanghai showdown: A 'risk' but worth taking, says Power chief
The marquee fixtures on the AFL calendar have always been something even fans from rival clubs embrace. The Anzac Day clash is much more than just a blockbuster between Collingwood and Essendon.
Who got Lade? Port did
Brendon Lade is returning to Port Adelaide after seven years as an assistant coach at AFL rivals Richmond.
Dogs won't be hoodoo gurus
The Western Bulldogs won't look back at their painful history of preliminary final losses in the lead up to their Saturday night clash with GWS Giants.
Hogan departure won't be 'catastrophic': Schwarz
Melbourne great David Schwarz says the potential defection of Jesse Hogan would not be "as catastrophic" now as it would have been last year.
Football romance, or the road to the future?
There’s two very contrasting narratives developing heading into the penultimate weekend of the AFL season. And sentimentally, they’re at opposite ends of the spectrum.
Chris Judd: It's time to deny the top four clubs access to free agents
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