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Commentary legend passes away

The former Channel 7 commentator was a favourite among footy fans for generations.

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Your club’s big question in the first month of 2026

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New king of the SCG? Capper’s take on Curnow

"He's a longer kick than me, but not as straight and can't take the spectacular marks."

March 4, 2026

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Sydney, Western Bulldogs announce new faces, Gold Coast to unveil top draftee

Opening Round teams are starting to take shape.

March 4, 2026

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From Brownlow to Grand Final: AFL captains reveal bold 2026 calls

AFL captains have cast their votes ahead of the 2026 season.

March 4, 2026

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Another star Cat in doubt for Opening Round

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"Not getting any better": Concerns for Collingwood and Kangaroos in wake of close encounter

Collingwood, Carlton make selection calls on key defenders

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“I like the idea”: AFL premiership coach agrees with major pre-season rejig

“I’ve always debated there’s not enough time with the players, but that’s teams that are developing.”

Aidan Cellini - March 2, 2026

“Beat you in a lot of ways”: Pearce confidence in Dockers’ forward line

Jonty Ralphsmith - February 28, 2026

“Stay positive”: How hard yards have steeled new Roos skipper

Jonty Ralphsmith - February 27, 2026

“Lot left to write”: Hawthorn’s new captain on role shift, club ambitions

Aidan Cellini - February 27, 2026

Exclusive: Two-time winner’s fears for Brownlow relevance

Aidan Cellini - February 27, 2026

2026 AFL Ladder

			P	W	L	PTS	%
1		CARL	0	0	0	0	0
2		ESS	0	0	0	0	0
3		WB	0	0	0	0	0
4		GEEL	0	0	0	0	0
5		ADEL	0	0	0	0	0
6		MELB	0	0	0	0	0
7		FRE	0	0	0	0	0
8		WCE	0	0	0	0	0
9		GWS	0	0	0	0	0
10		HAW	0	0	0	0	0

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The RIVAL trade target your AFL team should be scouting throughout 2026

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Carlton had to: Why Blues broke contract record with Walsh

Will history repeat itself at Ikon Park?

Aidan Cellini - February 25, 2026

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 29: Harvey Langford of the Demons kicks during the round three AFL match between Melbourne Demons and Gold Coast Suns at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on March 29, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Josh Chadwick/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Harvey to stay a Harv-Dee

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 29: Harry Schoenberg of the Eagles fends off during the 2026 AFL AAMI Community Series match between the West Coast Eagles and the Port Adelaide Power at Mineral Resources Park on February 29, 2026 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Carson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFL MRO: Trio of clubs make calls on suspensions

New deal for emerging Cats midfielder confirmed

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 18: Jagga Smith of the Blues in action during the 2026 AFL match simulation between the Brisbane Lions and the Carlton Blues at Brighton Homes Arena on February 18, 2026 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The future is here: Carlton announces two debutants for Sydney clash

Geelong assist machine Gryan Miers closing in on Brisbane great's record

Geelong forward in “doubt” as ruck ruled out for Suns clash

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Melbourne premiership forward undergoes surgery following unique incident

BALLARAT, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 29: Lachlan Sullivan of the Magpies handpasses the ball during the 2026 AFL AAMI Community Series match between the North Melbourne Kangaroos and the Collingwood Magpies at Mars Stadium on February 29, 2026 in Ballarat, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

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