Dean Cox on 'the hardest part' of trading out popular Swans pair
Dean Cox says letting go of Will Hayward and Ollie Florent to land Charlie Curnow was the hardest choice he's had to make in his time as coach
How your club used the sub in 2025, and what it might mean for 2026
Check out how every club used their sub last year in what could be a pointer of what's to come
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BARRETT: Why off-season drama won't derail Lions' three-peat bid
Lachie Neale's tumultuous summer could torpedo most clubs' campaigns, but not this Brisbane side, writes Damian Barrett
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Underpriced guns, ruck conundrum: Roy's Fantasy team reveal
Roy shares his AFL Fantasy Classic team as the season fast approaches
Why Jezza is pumped for Origin, who Barrass ‘can’t wait’ to play with
WA defender Tom Barrass and Victoria forward Jeremy Cameron share their excitement at the return of AAMI AFL Origin on February 14
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Why Jezza is pumped for Origin, who Barrass ‘can’t wait’ to play with
WA defender Tom Barrass and Victoria forward Jeremy Cameron share their excitement at the return of AAMI AFL Origin on February 14
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Vic v WA, 1992: Lockett and Ablett lead Big V charge
This Victoria and Western Australia clash was the last time they faced off before State of Origin's 2026 return
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Patrick Cripps explores Rottnest Island
Spend a day on Rottnest Island with Patrick Cripps and his family. AAMI AFL Origin will be delivered with the support of Tourism WA, showcasing the best of the state to fans all over the country
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The best goals of the 2025 AFL season
From long bombs to silky snaps, take a look at the very best goals of 2025
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The best marks of the 2025 AFL season
From big hangers to one-handed grabs, take a look at the very best marks of 2025
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Brekky, bowling, and Dan Gorringe: Inside No.1 pick’s whirlwind draft day
How does a top prospect wind down the hours before draft night? We spent draft day running, bowling and brunching with Olivia Wolmarans
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The Insider: Deadline Day with Cal Twomey
Go behind the scenes with AFL.com.au newsbreaker Cal Twomey for all the highs and lows of a dramatic Deadline Day
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How this ex-Pie made a remarkable career switch - and then did it again
Former Pie Tom Wilson has made a remarkable return to basketball after his AFL career
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Full schedule: Who your club will play this pre-season
See the full details of all the pre-season games ahead of the start of the 2026 premiership season
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The routine haircut that led to life-shaping diagnosis for Irish Saint
Irish Saint Eamonn Armstrong hopes he can make a special AFL debut in 2026
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OpinionOpinion
Your club's best 23 in 2026: New roles, bolters and fresh faces
Our reporters have their say on who makes the cut for your team's best line-up for the 2026 season
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A visa 'stuff up' forced Conor Nash to leave the country. Now he's an Australian citizen
From County Meath to Melbourne, Hawthorn's Conor Nash is now an Australian Citizen
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The Day job: How Hawks plan to cover loss of midfield star
Josh Gabelich takes a look at how Hawthorn will fill the holes in its midfield this season
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PICK YOUR TEAM NOW: Play AFL Fantasy in 2026
Start playing the official Fantasy game of the AFL now
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Early trends emerge as clubs adjust to rule changes
Clubs are weighing up tactical tweaks and selection strategies as they work through a suite of new rule changes ahead of the season
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Why this young Saint will be watching the NFL playoffs closer than most
As the NFL playoffs get underway, Mitch Owens will be keeping a closer eye than most
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Week in, week out: Who is your club's most reliable player?
Take a closer look at the players at your club who rarely miss games
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Why the GF scars still linger for Jezza in more ways than one
Jeremy Cameron is almost fully recovered from the broken arm he suffered in the Grand Final and is ready to return in AFL Origin
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Underpriced guns, ruck conundrum: Roy's Fantasy team reveal
Roy shares his AFL Fantasy Classic team as the season fast approaches
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Every club previewed: Fantasy locks, bargains, rookies, more
The Traders have previewed every club to help you pick your Fantasy team
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Fantasy news: Tigers young gun's midfield boost, Crow's new role, Pie 'flying'
Stay up to date with all the Fantasy news this pre-season
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Who is Mr Popular? The most selected players in AFL Fantasy
Keen to get inside the minds of the most eager Fantasy coaches? Here are the trending players so far this year
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LISTEN: The Traders' first picked Fantasy players
Calvin, Roy and Warnie run through the most picked players and who's a must-have
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Eagles' Fantasy preview: Mid-season rookie a must, keep tabs on star mid
With increased midfield time on the cards for Tom McCarthy, he's a must have in any Fantasy side
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Tigers' Fantasy preview: Big man's upside, bargain options galore
A trio of young Tigers present as tantalising Fantasy options, while a ruck option presents plenty of value despite rule changes
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Roos' Fantasy preview: Don't forget this young gun, why Sheezel is a must-have
Harry Sheezel's numbers suggest he's a clear-cut No.1 forward choice, and could this opportunity-starved youngster be ready for a breakout year?
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Bombers' Fantasy preview: High-end draft pick offers value, watch on injury-hit mid
A top 10 pick in last year's draft, Dyson Sharp is a ready-made midfielder who thrives at stoppage
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How AFL Fantasy will tackle Opening Round, early byes
With Opening Round back again in 2026, AFL Fantasy will remain the same as the previous two years
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Big Docker heeds star's advice in new role, targets Origin midfield clash
Luke Jackson leans on Caleb Serong as he trains as an inside midfielder, but looks forward to going head-to-head with him in Origin
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Key Tiger earns contract extension after career-best season
Jack Ross signs two-year deal to remain at Richmond until the end of 2028
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Young Hawk resumes full contact training after freak kidney injury
Finn Maginness returns to full contact training five months after lacerating his kidney
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Magpies skipper racing the clock for Opening Round
Collingwood skipper taking longer than expected to recover from calf injury
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'A lot of grey area': Pies gun relives contentious prelim call
Jamie Elliott, who was controversially denied a free kick in last year's preliminary final, believes Collingwood is capable of anything in 2026
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Young Eagles gun hurt at training, positive signs for key recruit
Brady Hough has suffered an ankle injury at Eagles training
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Former Hawks, Power star moves into new role at AFL
Chad Wingard has moved into a new role at the AFL
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'Little bit for everyone' as rucks embrace rule changes
Jarrod Witts believes the new rules will have benefits across the board for ruckmen
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Eagles appoint new co-captain to replace outgoing skipper
Liam Baker has been elevated into the co-captaincy role with Liam Duggan
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Former Brownlow medallist officially retires after three-club career
Tom Mitchell has officially retired after 207 AFL games
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2026 AAMI Community Series ticketing information
Tickets for this year's AAMI Community Series go on sale on February 4
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Australia Day Honours – Recognition of Community Leaders of Australian Football
Community leaders and outstanding contributors to Australian football have been recognised
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Cripps and Bontempelli named captains for AAMI AFL Origin
Patrick Cripps and Marcus Bontempelli will captain Western Australia and Victoria in the sold-out AAMI AFL Origin match
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AFL and Prime Video launch 'Final Siren: Inside the AFL' delivering Australian Rules Football to the world
Final Siren: Inside the AFL is a four-part docuseries based on the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Michael Lin named 2025 Graeme Samuel Scholarship recipient
Hawthorn Football Club's General Manager – Strategy and Infrastructure, Michael Lin is the 2025 Graeme Samuel Scholarship recipient
