AFL Editorial and Opinion

AFLX … and nine other mostly crazy AFL experiments

Harrison McIlwaine -
The code rarely shies away from opportunities to try something new, but needle movers haven’t always nailed the brief.
AFLX

EJ Whitten Legends Game becomes ‘EJX’

Kristian Amenta -
The EJ Whitten Legends Game has undergone a facelift, although one former participant has slammed the changes!
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Pre-season set for further revamp with AFLX in the firing line

Stephen Marson -
“I’ve got an acronym for you. AFLX RIP.”
AFLX

Legends game gets AFLX overhaul

Mitch Keating -
The EJ Whitten clash is set to undergo a modern-day makeover.
AFLX

AFLX Quiz

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Take a crack at our AFLX quiz ahead of Friday's one-night tournament at Marvel Stadium.

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AFL Team Line-Ups

AFL Teams Round 22 2026: Confirmed line-ups, ins and outs

Teams are in for Thursday night's Marvel Stadium clash!
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Essendon Bombers

Essendon interim coach makes future call

The caretaker coach has claimed only one win since assuming the role.
Hawthorn Hawks

Hawthorn off-season scandal concludes as midfielder learns fate from US arrest

The second of two Hawks was handed his punishment for his involvement.
2026 Trade News & Rumours

Carlton eyeing rival speedster: AFL trade news

He was only picked up in this year's mid-season draft.
Geelong Cats

“Close to a miracle”: Geelong coach praises Stengle’s career

"We will work as hard as we can to make sure that the rest of his life is a success as well."
Hawthorn Hawks

Hawthorn coach responds to ‘new fortress’ exploration following Tassie exit

“My take on it is wherever we are the most likely to win the most games, that should be our focus."
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Former AFL coach endorses Hawthorn assistant for senior job

"The way he interacts, and the relationship he has with players is something that I've been very impressed with over many years watching footy."
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“I got my mates to sledge me”: How golf helped Adelaide great’s son conquer pressure

“People would say I’m never going to be as good as my Dad and that one used to get to me when I was younger.”
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Giant decision looms: GWS forward breaks silence on rival interest and future

GWS has tabled a multi-year offer to the young key forward.
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GWS Giants

GWS forward endorses Canberra as potential AFL 20th club destination

While the AFL premiership race heats up, so does the off-field chase to become the next club in the competition.
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Carlton-tied AFL Draft prospect to lineup for local club

The timing could not be any more perfect.
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How Gold Coast found AFL debutant through draft loophole

The Suns uncovered an overlooked talent through a little-known pathway, turning a local footballer into an AFL debutant.
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Akermanis names 2026 AFL All-Australian team

The Brisbane champion has made some bold calls, including a veteran Pie and a big Crow.
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Opinion

Port Adelaide Power

Delist, keep or trade: Port Adelaide’s out-of-contract 22

No club has more players out-of-contract than Port Adelaide.
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AFL Editorial and Opinion

Five trade targets for EVERY AFL team: Carlton Blues

As the storied club come to the pointy end of their coaching search, who are some shiny new toys that may greet the new coach?
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AFL Editorial and Opinion

AFL integrity dilemma: The “rest room” re-opens for business

Collingwood, Bulldogs and Melbourne could all have the opportunity to rest up ahead of wildcard round.
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AFL Editorial and Opinion

Three weeks to go: Every AFL team’s run home, likely final ladder, best and worst-case scenarios

Brisbane's shock loss to Carlton has thrown the top-four race wide open, while the Blues keep their Wildcard hopes alive.
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AFL Editorial and Opinion

Five trade targets for EVERY AFL team: Western Bulldogs

With talent around and in front of the ball, shoring up their defensive arc is priority 1A at the Whitten Oval.
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Blockbusters, buzzwords and a botched fixture: How the AFL turned hype into hassle

Clubs created the drama. The AFL created the delay.
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