CARLTON v PORT ADELAIDE Friday July 26, 7:40pm at Marvel Stadium BLUES B: B. Kemp, J. Weitering, N. Newman HB: A. Saad, M. McGovern, A. Cerra C: O. Hollands, P. Cripps - C, M. Cottrell HF: E. Hollands, H. McKay, M. Kennedy F: L. Fogarty, C. Curnow, J. Motlop FOLL: M. Pittonet, S. Walsh, G. [...] The post AFL Teams Round 20 – Blues lose important players; Dons Cavalry appeared first on AFL News ..read more

GWS Giants star Tom Green has been formally reprimanded by the AFL for comments made on his podcast, “In The Green Room.” The AFL cited Green for “excessive, unfair, or unreasonable public comment and criticism,” specifically targeting his remarks about the Match Review Officer (MRO) and Tribunal. Green described the MRO and Tribunal as a “disgrace” and accused them of “ruining the game,” in response to a suspension imposed on his teammate Toby Bedford for a tackle during a match​​. Green’s podcast comments came in the wake of broader criticism regarding the inconsistency in handling dangerous ..read more

Ray Chamberlain, famously known as “Razor Ray,” is stepping down from his role as an AFL umpire, marking the end of a remarkable career spanning over two decades. Chamberlain, a prominent figure in Australian rules football, has been a polarizing yet beloved character on the field, known for his distinct style and sense of humor. The decision to retire comes after Chamberlain battled ongoing injuries, including bulging discs and bone stress in his vertebrae, which significantly impacted his ability to continue officiating at the highest level. Despite these challenges, he managed to umpire 22 ..read more

The Brisbane Lions are facing a defensive crisis with injuries to key defenders, leading to speculation of a surprise positional switch. The team’s lack of depth in the key defensive posts has become a significant concern as they push towards the finals. The injuries to first-choice defenders have forced coach Chris Fagan to consider innovative solutions to bolster the backline. One of the most notable potential changes is the move of Oscar McInerney, traditionally a ruckman, into a key defensive role. McInerney’s height and marking ability make him a viable option to fill the gap left by the ..read more

Sydney Swans premiership winner Sam Reid has announced his retirement from AFL, ending a distinguished career marked by resilience, dedication, and significant contributions to the sport. Reid, who has been an integral part of the Swans since his debut in 2010, has decided to step away from professional football due to ongoing injury struggles. Reid’s career has been one of notable highs and persistent challenges. A key player in Sydney’s 2012 premiership victory, Reid’s versatility and skill have seen him play various roles, from key forward to ruckman, and even in defensive positions. His ab ..read more

Hawthorn’s remarkable turnaround in the 2024 AFL season has been one of the standout stories, marking a significant rise from early struggles to becoming formidable competitors. After a disappointing start, the Hawks have dramatically improved their performance, winning four out of their last five games. This impressive streak includes victories against strong teams such as the Western Bulldogs, St Kilda, Brisbane, and Adelaide. The Hawks’ resurgence can be attributed to several key factors. Under the guidance of coach Sam Mitchell, the team has developed an aggressive forward-half football st ..read more

Home Team Away Team Essendon 3.2 7.5 15.8 17.11 [113] Adelaide 2.3 11.4 13.1 17.13 [115] GWS Giants 5 8.1 10.3 14.5 [89] Gold Coast 2.4 4.9 4.11 6.14 [50] St Kilda 3.3 7.5 10.9 17.11 [113] West Coast 2 4.4 5.5 6.5 [41] Hawthorn 3.3 7.8 12.9 20.13 [133] Collingwood 1.4 1.11 4.12 9.13 [67] Geelong 0.2 2.3 7.4 7.6 [48] Western Bulldogs 2.3 4.1 8.15 13.17 [95] Port Adelaide 4.2 7.8 12.12 16.2 [116] Richmond 3.3 6.6 11.8 11.9 [75] Brisbane Lions 5.1 6.3 7.7 11.13 [79] Sydney 1.3 7.4 9.1 11.11 [77] Fremantle 3.5 7.9 11.11 17.14 [116] Melbourne 0.2 3.3 6.5 10.6 [66] C ..read more

Pos Team Pts P W D L For Against % Stk 1 Sydney 56 17 14 0 3 1773 1220 145.33 1W 2 Carlton 44 17 11 0 6 1687 1479 114.06 2L 3 Geelong 44 17 11 0 6 1590 1438 110.57 3W 4 Brisbane Lions 42 17 10 1 6 1605 1338 119.96 6W 5 Fremantle 42 17 10 1 6 1428 1263 113.06 1L 6 Essendon 42 17 10 1 6 1422 1440 98.75 1L 7 GWS Giants 40 17 10 0 7 1532 1395 109.82 2W 8 Melbourne 40 17 10 0 7 1352 1282 105.46 2W 9 Port Adelaide 40 17 10 0 7 1448 1400 103.43 1L 10 Western Bulldogs 36 17 9 0 8 1571 1367 114.92 1W 11 Gold Coast 36 17 9 0 8 1479 1395 106.02 1W 12 Collingwood 36 17 8 2 7 1 ..read more

Adelaide Name Injury Return Matt Crouch Shoulder Season Karl Gallagher Hamstring 1 week Will Hamill Finger 1-2 weeks Mitch Hinge Adductor Available Wayne Milera Knee Season Patrick Parnell Shoulder Season Luke Pedlar Shoulder Season Izak Rankine Suspension Rd 22 Josh Worrell Arm 1 week Latest Update: July 17 Brisbane Name Injury Return Noah Answerth Shoulder Test Charlie Cameron Suspension Rd 22 Keidean Coleman Knee Season Tom Doedee Knee Season Darcy Gardiner Knee Season Kalin Lane Knee Season Lincoln McCarthy Knee Season Jack Payne Foot 5 weeks Br ..read more

Brisbane forward Charlie Cameron and Greater Western Sydney’s Toby Bedford have been cleared to play this weekend after the AFL Appeals Board overturned their respective three-match suspensions due to an error of law. Both players were initially suspended for dangerous tackles that resulted in concussions for their opponents, but the Appeals Board found that the Tribunal had failed to consider whether the conduct was likely to cause injury, a critical element of the charge. The confusion began when Cameron was handed a three-game ban for a front-on tackle on West Coast’s Liam Duggan, which res ..read more