AFL
Injury blow Cats confident Selwood won’t miss
GEELONG remains hopeful captain Joel Selwood can prove his fitness for next week after suffering a double ankle blow in the loss to Sydney.
Strong backing Shaw says Pies should extend Bucks
PREMIERSHIP captain Tony Shaw says Collingwood should give Nathan Buckley a two-year extension to give him “breathing space” in the search for the club’s next flag.
Friday night No Buddy, no problem for Swans
SYDNEY coach John Longmire has praised his team’s performance after getting minimal impact from superstar Lance Franklin. RE-CAP THE ACTION HERE
Fierce rivalry How Walls learned to hate the Bombers
KEN Fraser has finally apologised to Robert Walls for decking him in the 1968 semi-final — but that doesn’t mean Wallsy will ever forgive the Bombers as he marks 50 years since his Carlton debut.
Supercoach
AFL SuperCoach Danger lurks for SuperCoach finalists
FINALS are here, and SuperCoaches have to grapple with how to cover the suspended Dangerfield and the injured Kennedy. The Phantom has some suggestions to keep your season going for at least another week.
Formguide Red-hot stars for SuperCoach finals
IT’S SuperCoach finals time and bringing in the game’s hottest scorers is crucial to premiership success. Plus, Round 20 captain picks and trade advice.
Expert Opinion
The Bro-down: Brothers who’ve shaped derby
HOW pairs of brothers have helped shape the rivalry of Showdowns, playing together - and for rival sides - in SA’s fiercest sporting rivalry.
Another game. Can Hugh believe it?
ADELAIDE Crows midfielder Hugh Greenwood is playing his first Showdown - and Port Adelaide veteran Justin Westhoff his 20th.
Port’s midfield Showdown dilemma
WHY this is time for Port to end its Showdown misery with find match-winning role for Robbie Gray.
Medal decision, Danger’s to make: Gill
AFL DAILY: GILLON McLachlan says he will talk to Patrick Dangerfield about presenting the Brownlow Medal while no one is as excited about The Footy Show’s return than Eddie McGuire.
Lions out to ruin Dogs’ finals charge
GUN Brisbane draftee Hugh McCluggage says the Lions have no fears of the Western Bulldogs and want to ruin their premiership defence at the Gabba.
Ablett back for Suns, Lions regain Zorko
BRISBANE and Gold Coast have swung the changes in the hope of picking up late-season wins with Gary Ablett, Steven May and Dayne Zorko among the inclusions.
Why Ratts is ready to coach again
HE has spent the last five years working under one of the greatest AFL coaches of all-time but is Brett Ratten ready to take on another top job? JON ANDERSON examines Ratten’s journey.
How Walls learned to hate the Bombers
KEN Fraser has finally apologised to Robert Walls for decking him in the 1968 semi-final — but that doesn’t mean Wallsy will ever forgive the Bombers as he marks 50 years since his Carlton debut.
Medal decision, Danger’s to make: Gill
AFL DAILY: GILLON McLachlan says he will talk to Patrick Dangerfield about presenting the Brownlow Medal while no one is as excited about The Footy Show’s return than Eddie McGuire.
Pies great’s $5m pitch for big Roo chase
COLLINGWOOD premiership captain Tony Shaw says the Magpies should attempt to lure North Melbourne spearhead Ben Brown with a big-money, long-term deal.
Port’s midfield Showdown dilemma
WHY this is time for Port to end its Showdown misery with find match-winning role for Robbie Gray.
Harford back coaching with AFLW Pies
FORMER Hawk Daniel Harford has gone back to his roots after Collingwood unveiled its AFLW coaching panel, which also includes a current Magpies player, for the 2018 season.
How Walls learned to hate the Bombers
KEN Fraser has finally apologised to Robert Walls for decking him in the 1968 semi-final — but that doesn’t mean Wallsy will ever forgive the Bombers as he marks 50 years since his Carlton debut.
Medal decision, Danger’s to make: Gill
AFL DAILY: GILLON McLachlan says he will talk to Patrick Dangerfield about presenting the Brownlow Medal while no one is as excited about The Footy Show’s return than Eddie McGuire.
Who should you barrack against this weekend?
AS THE finals race heats up, which teams lose can be as important as your team winning. So who should you be barracking against in Round 20?
Medal decision, Danger’s to make: Gill
AFL DAILY: GILLON McLachlan says he will talk to Patrick Dangerfield about presenting the Brownlow Medal while no one is as excited about The Footy Show’s return than Eddie McGuire.
TEAMS: Goldy back, Bob out, still no Jack
SYDNEY has lost captain Josh Kennedy, while the Bulldogs have left skipper Bob Murphy out and Todd Goldstein gets a North Melbourne recall. SUPERCOACH CHAT RE-CAP
Which clubs are hardest hit by injury?
COACHES are reluctant to use injuries as an excuse but every season there are some clubs less fortunate than others. See where your club ranks on the hurt ladder
Cats to sweat on Hawkins, Selwood
IT was a horror night for Geelong with Tom Hawkins facing the likelihood of another suspension for jumper punching, which comes on top of Joel Selwood’s nasty ankle injury.
Cats confident Selwood won’t miss
GEELONG remains hopeful captain Joel Selwood can prove his fitness for next week after suffering a double ankle blow in the loss to Sydney.
No Buddy, no problem for Swans
SYDNEY coach John Longmire has praised his team’s performance after getting minimal impact from superstar Lance Franklin. RE-CAP THE ACTION HERE
Medal decision, Danger’s to make: Gill
AFL DAILY: GILLON McLachlan says he will talk to Patrick Dangerfield about presenting the Brownlow Medal while no one is as excited about The Footy Show’s return than Eddie McGuire.
Suns start chase for 2018 finals
FORGET finishing 2017 with a whimper. Gold Coast skipper Steven May says the Suns are intent on making the most of the final rounds before launching into finals next year.
Ablett back for Suns, Lions regain Zorko
BRISBANE and Gold Coast have swung the changes in the hope of picking up late-season wins with Gary Ablett, Steven May and Dayne Zorko among the inclusions.
Medal decision, Danger’s to make: Gill
AFL DAILY: GILLON McLachlan says he will talk to Patrick Dangerfield about presenting the Brownlow Medal while no one is as excited about The Footy Show’s return than Eddie McGuire.
‘No calf in history has ever taken 6 months’
THE Giants consulted sporting leagues around the world to solve the “complicated saga” that was Brett Deledio’s calf, and after six months they finally have their boom recruit on the park.
Swans lose skipper, Deledio set for GWS
SYDNEY has lost skipper Josh Kennedy to a hamstring injury but has been boosted by a massive influx of talent and it’s a similar story at GWS.
Why Ratts is ready to coach again
HE has spent the last five years working under one of the greatest AFL coaches of all-time but is Brett Ratten ready to take on another top job? JON ANDERSON examines Ratten’s journey.
Medal decision, Danger’s to make: Gill
AFL DAILY: GILLON McLachlan says he will talk to Patrick Dangerfield about presenting the Brownlow Medal while no one is as excited about The Footy Show’s return than Eddie McGuire.
TEAMS: Goldy back, Bob out, still no Jack
SYDNEY has lost captain Josh Kennedy, while the Bulldogs have left skipper Bob Murphy out and Todd Goldstein gets a North Melbourne recall. SUPERCOACH CHAT RE-CAP
Demons are not ready to win flag
WHEN a team can’t win two games in a row at this time of the year, which Melbourne hasn’t done since Round 14, you have to question its flag credentials, writes MATTHEW LLOYD.
Medal decision, Danger’s to make: Gill
AFL DAILY: GILLON McLachlan says he will talk to Patrick Dangerfield about presenting the Brownlow Medal while no one is as excited about The Footy Show’s return than Eddie McGuire.
TEAMS: Goldy back, Bob out, still no Jack
SYDNEY has lost captain Josh Kennedy, while the Bulldogs have left skipper Bob Murphy out and Todd Goldstein gets a North Melbourne recall. SUPERCOACH CHAT RE-CAP
Pies great’s $5m pitch for big Roo chase
COLLINGWOOD premiership captain Tony Shaw says the Magpies should attempt to lure North Melbourne spearhead Ben Brown with a big-money, long-term deal.
Realistic Roos coach’s incredible honesty
A SELFLESS and honest Brad Scott says he is prepared to step aside from his position should North Melbourne decide that a change in coach is needed.
Medal decision, Danger’s to make: Gill
AFL DAILY: GILLON McLachlan says he will talk to Patrick Dangerfield about presenting the Brownlow Medal while no one is as excited about The Footy Show’s return than Eddie McGuire.
The Bro-down: Brothers who’ve shaped derby
HOW pairs of brothers have helped shape the rivalry of Showdowns, playing together - and for rival sides - in SA’s fiercest sporting rivalry.
Another game. Can Hugh believe it?
ADELAIDE Crows midfielder Hugh Greenwood is playing his first Showdown - and Port Adelaide veteran Justin Westhoff his 20th.
Port’s midfield Showdown dilemma
WHY this is time for Port to end its Showdown misery with find match-winning role for Robbie Gray.
Ellis opts to stay at Tigerland
RICHMOND defender Brandon Ellis’ career-best season will be rewarded by the Tigers, but they face a fight to keep onballer Anthony Miles.
Can Dusty’s dad come home for Brownlow?
BROWNLOW night will be awkward if Patrick Dangerfield presents the medal to Dustin Martin. But it will be a lot more awkward for Martin if his father isn’t there at all, writes MARK ROBINSON.
Medal decision, Danger’s to make: Gill
AFL DAILY: GILLON McLachlan says he will talk to Patrick Dangerfield about presenting the Brownlow Medal while no one is as excited about The Footy Show’s return than Eddie McGuire.
Medal decision, Danger’s to make: Gill
AFL DAILY: GILLON McLachlan says he will talk to Patrick Dangerfield about presenting the Brownlow Medal while no one is as excited about The Footy Show’s return than Eddie McGuire.
Saints must use money, picks wisely
NICK Riewoldt’s departure will open up a war chest for St Kilda, and with two first round draft picks, the Saints have important decisions to make in the off-season, writes JON RALPH.
TEAMS: Goldy back, Bob out, still no Jack
SYDNEY has lost captain Josh Kennedy, while the Bulldogs have left skipper Bob Murphy out and Todd Goldstein gets a North Melbourne recall. SUPERCOACH CHAT RE-CAP
No Buddy, no problem for Swans
SYDNEY coach John Longmire has praised his team’s performance after getting minimal impact from superstar Lance Franklin. RE-CAP THE ACTION HERE
Cats can’t answer Swans’ challenge
WE knew Sydney would bounce back after last week’s loss. We knew Geelong would feel the loss of Patrick Dangerfield. So what did we learn at Simonds Stadium?
Medal decision, Danger’s to make: Gill
AFL DAILY: GILLON McLachlan says he will talk to Patrick Dangerfield about presenting the Brownlow Medal while no one is as excited about The Footy Show’s return than Eddie McGuire.
Medal decision, Danger’s to make: Gill
AFL DAILY: GILLON McLachlan says he will talk to Patrick Dangerfield about presenting the Brownlow Medal while no one is as excited about The Footy Show’s return than Eddie McGuire.
‘There’s not too much that I’ve done wrong’
RETIRING Eagle Sam Mitchell says while he admits he’s been a “polarising” figure in the game, fans shouldn’t be “too harsh” on his reputation.
Which clubs are hardest hit by injury?
COACHES are reluctant to use injuries as an excuse but every season there are some clubs less fortunate than others. See where your club ranks on the hurt ladder
Medal decision, Danger’s to make: Gill
AFL DAILY: GILLON McLachlan says he will talk to Patrick Dangerfield about presenting the Brownlow Medal while no one is as excited about The Footy Show’s return than Eddie McGuire.
TEAMS: Goldy back, Bob out, still no Jack
SYDNEY has lost captain Josh Kennedy, while the Bulldogs have left skipper Bob Murphy out and Todd Goldstein gets a North Melbourne recall. SUPERCOACH CHAT RE-CAP
‘If the club want me then I’ll keep going forever’
WESTERN Bulldogs veteran Dale Morris says he’s keen to play on in 2018 — if the Bulldogs will have him.
