Sicily earns Tribunal reprieve for kicking McGrath

Hawthorn captain James Sicily is free to play Melbourne in Round 2 after having his kicking charge downgraded at the AFL Tribunal on Tuesday afternoon. Sicily and the Hawks had taken a one-week ban to tribunal with the belief the incident involving Essendon’s Andy McGrath on Saturday didn’t warrant...

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Grundy to Xerri? Fix up trades, must-have cash cows – Ep. 673

Roy, Calvin and Warnie are back ready to go after an eventful round one which saw Calvinator up towards the top, and the Warne Dawgs down near the bottom. The boys chat through how to use your trades this week, the best rookies to have and answer plenty of your questions. Click here to download. Episode...

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33 minutes ago, Dreamteam Talk, Fantasy

2024 - Round 2 : Overs/Unders

It’s another week where all four forecasters have roughly the same estimate for the all-game average Total, but where there are some sizeable differences at the level of individual games. ...

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43 minutes ago, Matter of Stats

Matthew Cottrell: A Boyhood Blue Living the Dream

In a heartening announcement for Carlton Football Club fans, midfielder Matthew Cottrell has extended his stay with the club for another three years, showcasing his commitment to the Blues until at least the end of 2027. For Cottrell, wearing the iconic blue and white guernsey is more than just a profession—it’s...

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1 hour ago, Big Footy, Carlton Blues

Carlton cult figure extends his time at Ikon Park

Matthew Cottrell has recently put pen to paper.

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1 hour ago, Zero Hanger, Carlton Blues

Port’s new weapon has addressed two key needs in flag race… a ‘great test’ looms large

Ivan Soldo flourished in his first outing as Port Adelaide’s new ruckman, with his next mission to try and outduel former teammate Toby Nankervis as an exciting matchup looms.

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1 hour ago, Fox Sports

AFL Tribunal Live: Hawthorn captain James Sicily set to learn fate for McGrath kick

Follow this evening's hearing live as the Hawks' skipper attempts to be cleared to play.

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1 hour ago, Zero Hanger, Hawthorn Hawks

‘Absolute rubbish’ or ‘Sicily tax’? Hawks skipper back at Tribunal after ‘low act’ controversy — LIVE

Hawthorn captain James Sicily is back at the AFL Tribunal once again, this time challenging a one-game suspension for kicking. Live updates below from 5pm!

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1 hour ago, Fox Sports, Hawthorn Hawks

How the AFL has developed a culture of concealment

Over the past eight years, a number of basic facts that the AFL once reported have been removed from the public gaze.

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2 hours ago, The Age

McRae knows where Pies need to improve, but Lyon questions if premiers can ‘flick the switch’

Craig McRae has spoken about the struggles of the winless premiers, coming as the Saints look set to welcome back a star defender to face the Magpies in a key Thursday night clash at the MCG.

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2 hours ago, The Age, Collingwood Magpies

Popular Blue inks three-year contract extension

Matthew Cottrell has penned a contract extension with Carlton for a further three seasons. A pre-season supplemental selection back in 2019, Cottrell is now embedded in Michael Voss’ best 22 and will continue his time at Carlton until at least the end of 2027. He’s played 56 AFL games since debuting...

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2 hours ago, SEN, Carlton Blues

Tasmanian, St Kilda legend hits back at critics over traditional ‘Devils’ guernsey

The AFL's newest and 19th team was announced on Monday.

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2 hours ago, Zero Hanger, St Kilda Saints

Hawks set a date for Day and Wingard's returns from injury

Hawthorn hopes reigning best and fairest winner Will Day will return from a foot injury in Round 7. Day’s return timeframe had been unclear since a stress fracture was first discovered in his foot back in early January and the 22-year-old hasn’t trained with the main group since. But the Hawks have...

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2 hours ago, SEN, Hawthorn Hawks

Swans, Giants top of the ladder and Longmire couldn’t be happier

AFL in NSW has been one of the big beneficiaries of the NRL’s Las Vegas venture, according to Swans coach John Longmire.

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2 hours ago, The Age, Greater Western Sydney Giants, Sydney Swans

Star at a standstill, starving pup and a ‘waste of talent’: Baffling Dogs calls and what must change

Following a pre-season littered with wide-ranging expectations, the Western Bulldogs have had the exact start to the season they were trying to avoid.

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3 hours ago, Fox Sports, Western Bulldogs

Devils ambassador Riewoldt addresses Gale's links to Tasmania CEO role

Three-time premiership Tiger Jack Riewoldt has suggested Brendon Gale is no moral to be the Tasmanian Football Club’s first CEO, despite a report earlier this month. Nine’s Caroline Wilson reported on Footy Classified last week that Gale is set to take up the chief executive position with the newly...

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4 hours ago, SEN

Eagles insist they have not put a line through Gaff despite omission and tough 12 months

West Coast has opted to drop Andrew Gaff for this weekend’s clash with GWS. Eagles coach Adam Simpson confirmed the news on Channel 7 Perth on Monday night after Gaff’s quiet performance in the club’s season-opening loss to Port Adelaide on Sunday. Two-time All-Australian Gaff picked up just four disposals...

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4 hours ago, SEN

Timeline for injured Hawk made clear

The Hawks will be without Day for at least another month.

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4 hours ago, Zero Hanger

AFL 2024: Footy Fixture – Round 2: Who, Where, and When?

Some interesting results in the opening rounds of AFL season 2024. Check out who, where and when your team is playing in Round 2.

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4 hours ago, The Footy Almanac

Sicily to Contest sanction at Tribunal – Redman accepts 1 match ban

AFL Tribunal, Tuesday 19 March 5:00pm AEDT: The incident involving Hawthorn’s James Sicily and Essendon’s Andrew McGrath during the First Quarter of the Round One match between Essendon and Hawthorn will be determined at the Tribunal. The post Sicily to Contest sanction at Tribunal –...

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4 hours ago, Big Footy

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