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Geelong has notched a seventh-straight victory in the AFLW, with a 34-point win over Richmond at Princes Park on Friday. Forward Chloe Scheer has continued her rise from the depths of injury despair, powering Geelong to the summit of the AFLW ladder with a dominant performance.

Toby Greene has joined Geelong as a free agent after 15 seasons with the GWS Giants. The move marks a significant development in the AFL free agency period, which is set to continue until next Friday.

Carlton has defeated Hawthorn by 12 points in wet conditions to move into the AFLW top four. The Blues' win was sparked by a strong first quarter, with three goals in the rain.

The AFLW competition has become faster and more attacking, with teams scoring at a higher rate than ever before. The numbers show a clear trend towards more strategic control and a greater emphasis on moving the ball to attack.

The winner of the Stawell Gift men's title has been suspended for 12 months after testing positive for ADHD medication. Olufemi "Femi" Komolafe, 21, set a new personal best to claim his first major title in April.

Lachie Neale is set to join the Magpies after the Brisbane Lions confirmed his exit on Wednesday. The 33-year-old will leave the Lions as an unrestricted free agent and is expected to don the black and white of Collingwood in 2027.

Geelong premiership defender Jake Kolodjashnij has been medically retired due to concussion, marking a sad end to a successful AFL career. Kolodjashnij played 209 AFL games, including the 2022 premiership, but his career was cut short after he signed a secret waiver in his Geelong contract in 2024.

Essendon has poached former Sydney premiership coach John Longmire as their new general manager of performance. Longmire departs Sydney after 25 years to reunite with his former assistant, new Bombers coach Mark McVeigh.

Fremantle's AFLW team has secured a win over Adelaide, lifting them into the top eight. In other games, Collingwood broke through for its first win of the season against GWS, while the Swans defeated the Lions and Gold Coast beat St Kilda.

The Dockers' viral celebration, Wharfie Time, backfired in the AFL grand final, leaving the team and fans heartbroken. The unique tradition, which involves dimming the stadium lights and playing AC/DC's 'Hells Bells', was meant to energize the crowd and inspire the team to victory.

Lachie Neale sent a tongue-in-cheek message to Jack Ginnivan on social media after Neale was allowed to play in the AFL grand final despite hitting Ginnivan off the ball in the preliminary final. Neale replied to a comment from Ginnivan on Instagram, saying "Hope your tummy OK my guy."

Brisbane Lions players and fans have celebrated their 2026 AFL grand final win at Melbourne bars after the game at the MCG. The revelry will continue today with a fans day in the heartland of the former Fitzroy Lions.

The Brisbane Lions have won the AFL grand final in a stunning comeback, leaving the Fremantle Dockers to deal with a heartbreaking loss. The final five minutes of the match will be remembered for years to come.

The Brisbane Lions have claimed their third consecutive AFL flag, defeating the Dockers in a thrilling grand final. The match was marked by several dramatic moments, including a controversial umpiring call and a shocking miss from Dockers forward Josh Treacy.

Shai Bolton has won the Norm Smith Medal despite the Dockers losing the grand final to the Lions. He is the first player from a losing team to win the best-on-ground award in 21 years.

The AFL season reaches its climax at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) today, with history on the line regardless of the result. Brisbane is seeking a third consecutive premiership, while Fremantle is vying for its first-ever flag.

Mason Cox is set to make history as he prepares to take the field in his third AFL grand final, a remarkable achievement for the 211-centimetre American. Cox, who was delisted by Collingwood in October last year, has found a new lease on life with Fremantle.

The 2026 AFL grand final is set to take place with the Brisbane Lions facing off against the Fremantle Dockers. The game will be broadcast exclusively on Channel 7 and streamed via the 7Plus app.

Ella Roberts celebrated her 50th AFLW game with a strong performance, helping West Coast to a 10-point win over Essendon. The Eagles led by as much as 34 points during the third quarter but had to withstand a fierce Essendon comeback in the last quarter.

The AFL's decision to clear Brisbane Lions star Lachie Neale to play in the grand final has left fans baffled and questioning the league's consistency. Neale was successful in arguing that his good character should be taken into account, despite having been fined for similar incidents in the past.

Brisbane's Lachie Neale has launched an appeal against his one-match striking ban in a last-ditch effort to play in the grand final against Fremantle. The Appeal Board is now considering its decision after hearing submissions from both the AFL and Neale's defence team.

The 2026 AFL grand final is set to take place on Saturday, September 26 at the MCG, with the Brisbane Lions facing off against the Fremantle Dockers. The game starts at 2:30pm (AEST) and will be broadcast exclusively on Channel 7 and 7Plus.

A dramatic incident unfolded at the AFL preliminary final between Hawthorn and Brisbane, with a man expected to be charged for throwing a plate of food at a woman and child. Umpire Hayden Meyer felt threatened by abuse from Hawks players and fans.

Lachie Neale's AFL grand final hopes not over yet, as Brisbane Lions appeal his suspension. An appeals board hearing will be held on Friday.

Collingwood's Nick Daicos has won his first Brownlow Medal with a record 47 votes, and has shared the moment with six-year-old cancer patient Logan, who has become a close friend. The young Magpies star dedicated his award to Logan, who has been battling cancer and has formed a special bond with Daicos.

Nick Daicos has won the 2026 Brownlow Medal in a dominant performance, securing 47 votes to surpass the rest of the field. Daicos's victory marks a significant milestone in his career, cementing his status as one of the best players in the AFL.

Brisbane Lions players are bracing for the potential absence of star midfielder Lachie Neale in Saturday's AFL grand final. Neale faces a one-match ban for a behind-the-play strike on Hawthorn's Jack Ginnivan.

The AFL's contingency plan for a suspended player winning the Brownlow Medal was not needed this year. Nick Daicos won the award with a record 47 votes.

Nick Daicos is the current favourite to win the 2026 Brownlow Medal, but the competition is heating up. Will he be able to hold on to his lead and take out the award?

Brisbane Lions' quest for a third consecutive AFL premiership may have received a boost from an unlikely source: former Fremantle Dockers number one ticketholder Luc Longley. A three-time NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls, Longley met with the Lions in July, sharing his wisdom and experience with the team.

The SANFL has drawn a crowd of 38,340 fans for its Grand Final, silencing concerns over the league's financial struggles and the potential departure of Port Adelaide to the VFL. The event marked the 10th time in 14 years the Grand Final has attracted over 30,000 fans, with Sunday's attendance being the largest since COVID.

Echuca footballer Aiden 'AJ' Mills has won a premiership with his team, Murray Bombers, after overcoming a brain cancer battle. Mills played in the Goulburn Valley Football League grand final, kicking two goals, including one on the final siren, to help his team win by 81 points.

The 2026 Brownlow Medal will be awarded tonight, with Collingwood's Nick Daicos the favourite to win. The event will be broadcast on Channel 7 and 7Plus, with coverage starting at 7:30pm (AEST).

The AFLW competition has reached its midway point, with several storylines emerging as surprises and others playing out as expected. Coaches of winless teams are facing pressure, while surprise teams like the Gold Coast Suns and Western Bulldogs are making their mark.

Brisbane Lions star Lachie Neale faces a potential AFL grand final ban after being offered a one-match suspension for striking during Saturday night's preliminary final against Hawthorn. The Lions will challenge the ban, with Neale set to front the tribunal.

Gold Coast Suns have defeated Essendon by 41 points in a dominant AFLW performance. The win moves them into fifth spot, just four points behind second-placed North Melbourne.

Hawthorn fans face a minimum five-year ban from AFL games and stadiums if identified as having thrown bottles at umpires during a heated preliminary final match. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation from the AFL, the Premier, and the AFL Fans Association.

Melbourne has emerged as the sole undefeated team in the AFLW season after a 34-point win over Carlton. However, the Demons may face a significant cost for their win after star forward Georgia Gall suffered an ankle injury.

Brisbane has secured a thrilling 20.11 (131) to 19.8 (122) win over Hawthorn in their AFL preliminary final showdown at the MCG. The match ended in controversy and ugly scenes, with furious Hawthorn fans throwing bottles at the field umpires after a contentious late call.