The player at your club ready to explode in 2026
The team from AFL.com.au predict who at your club is poised to rise to new heights this season
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We let Dan Gorringe run wild at AFL Origin
Daniel Gorringe from Dan Does Footy takes you inside 2026 AAMI AFL Origin
'Not going to be perfect': McRae on Brownlow dig, Daicos love, hope for Bobby
Collingwood coach Craig McRae tells Damian Barrett he's reflected on his controversial post-season comments following Nick Daicos' Brownlow near-miss
Dockers stand tall, top draftees impress, young Eagle's knee fears
West Coast's loss to Fremantle has been further soured by an injury to Noah Long
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Why Craig McRae wants a Brownlow rethink, his hopes for GF hero
Damian Barrett goes head-to-head with Collingwood coach Craig McRae on Nick Daicos, the Brownlow, Bobby Hill’s future and coach burnout
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Why Craig McRae wants a Brownlow rethink, his hopes for GF hero
Damian Barrett goes head-to-head with Collingwood coach Craig McRae on Nick Daicos, the Brownlow, Bobby Hill’s future and coach burnout
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We let Dan Gorringe run wild at AFL Origin
Daniel Gorringe from Dan Does Footy takes you inside 2026 AAMI AFL Origin
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Match Sim Highlights: North Melbourne v Melbourne
The Kangaroos and Demons clash in match simulation
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Brad Scott on Merrett’s return, avoiding injury disaster, youngsters to watch
Essendon senior coach Brad Scott talks to AFL.com.au’s Cal Twomey about Zach Merrett’s tumultuous off-season, the Bombers’ summer reset and a changing of the leadership guard at the Bombers
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Ross Lyon on Saints' cash splash, Fagan's dig, King's future
Watch the full in-depth interview between St Kilda coach Ross Lyon and AFL.com.au’s Damian Barrett as the Saints gear up for 2026 after a massive off-season
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Full schedule: All the details for every pre-season game
See the full details of all the pre-season games ahead of the start of the 2026 premiership season
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Oh snap! The best pics from your team's photo day
Check out the best photos from the clubs' official team photo days, as snapped by the AFL Photos team
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'We move on': Voss leaves Charlie saga in past, tips Swan for Coleman
Blues coach Michael Voss has told AFL.com.au he has moved on from Charlie Curnow's departure to the Swans
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Pair of No.3 picks in line for Blues debuts. And look who could join them in OR
Jagga Smith and Harry Dean have made strong impressions in their short time at Carlton
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List analysis: Where your club ranks for age and experience
Who has the oldest list, who has the youngest, and which club has the most experience heading into 2026?
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INS AND OUTS: Every club's full list changes ahead of 2026
Check out your club's list changes as they stand
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'Weaponise the media': Lyon returns fire in war of words with Lions
Ross Lyon has questioned Chris Fagan's 'motivations' after his Brisbane counterpart's comments over the Saints' recruiting spree
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Magpie riding the wave of big 'stigma' shift in the AFL
Collingwood defender Isaac Quaynor is set to join other AFL and AFLW stars on the Melbourne Fashion Festival catwalk
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'You'll get left behind': Bombers to continue bold trade moves
The Bombers will continue to be aggressive with offers to rival stars, coach Brad Scott tells AFL.com.au
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No place like home: How Dean Cox and co. rekindled WA's Origin pride
From welcoming past greats, to sharing personal stories and inspiring the next generation, state pride was at the heart of the WA squad's Origin mission
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Inside the Big V camp: The banter, the gameplan and the surprise team rascal
Sarah Black takes you inside Victoria's camp for the behind-the-scenes moments that made up 2026 AAMI AFL Origin
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Fantasy news: Match sim latest, Dockers star's role, new Eagles impress
Stay up to date with all the Fantasy news this pre-season
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LISTEN: Fantasy takeaways from the match simulations
The Traders run through their takeaways from the nine unofficial practice matches
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AFL Fantasy for dummies: How to play, scoring system, more
If you love footy, AFL Fantasy is the perfect companion
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New stripes, right price? The best recruits to target in Fantasy
Calvin names the top players who have switched clubs and are worth considering in Draft and Classic this year
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Every position previewed: Premiums, bargains, rookies, more
The Traders have dissected the major talking points from every position to help you pick your Fantasy team
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LISTEN: Origin, intraclub takeaways, match simulation watch guide
Things have gone up a notch as AFL Fantasy study ramps up
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Fantasy Draft rankings: Warnie's top 30 forwards
Warnie compiles his top 30 forward rankings
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Fantasy forwards: Premiums, mid-priced options, Roy's picks
Roy takes a look at the best forwards for AFL Fantasy Classic and how they will feature on your draft day
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LISTEN: Popular picks but variety expected in Fantasy forward lines
The Traders chat through the AFL Fantasy forwards to pick in Classic and Draft
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Rankine 'hungry' to repay Crows' faith after homophobic slur fallout
With one game left on a four-match suspension for using a homophobic slur, Izak Rankine is hungry to put his best foot forward in 2026
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Luckless Roo leaves VFL praccie with injury concern
George Wardlaw has been removed from the Kangaroos' VFL practice game with a hamstring concern
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Kozzy, Latrelle put on a show as Dees crush Roos
Kysaiah Pickett kicked five goals as Melbourne crushed North Melbourne in a match simulation
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New title, new deal: Gun Lion rewarded for career-defining year
Josh Dunkley has agreed to a contract extension after winning the Brisbane B&F in a premiership year
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Luckless Bombers mid shines, Caddy kicks four in thrashing of Tigers
The Bombers have cruised past the Tigers in a match simulation
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More injury woe for Giants as Oliver stars in win over Magpies
It was a day of mixed fortunes for GWS with unwanted injury news souring a strong on-field display against Collingwood
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Emerging Bombers star signs lucrative long-term extension
Sam Durham has recommitted to the Bombers until the end of 2032
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LISTEN: Which club has the best midfield trio, Roos 'on the hook'
Join Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson for AFL Daily
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Hawks young gun knocks back rival interest with new deal
Josh Weddle has rejected interest from Essendon to stay at the Hawks
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LISTEN: More doubts over Eagles, Damo responds to Petracca comments
Join Damian Barrett and Nathan Schmook for AFL Daily
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Big concern for luckless Eagle after worrying injury
Noah Long is assisted off following an awkward tackle that leaves him clutching his leg
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Treacy’s towering mark sparks Voss for finishing touch
Josh Treacy climbs high for a terrific grab and Patrick Voss completes the chain with a composed shot
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Reid the play: Harley’s goal sense on display
Harley Reid snaps quickly out of congestion and sees his effort bounce through for a superb major
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'Has he kicked it from 80?': Eagle's wild goal
Tom McCarthy spins out of trouble in the centre square and watches his kick somehow bounce all the way through
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No.1 pick explodes onto scene with thumping opener
Willem Duursma wastes no time announcing himself in match simulation, launching a mammoth opening goal from beyond the arc
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Thilthorpe's bag of five an ominous sign for year ahead
Riley Thilthorpe provides a presence and boots five majors as he shows all the right signs for another big season
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Silky Burgoyne delivers perfect running chip
Jase Burgoyne finds space in a dangerous area and drills it cleverly over his oncoming opponent
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Tall Crow cops big blow in ruck following rule changes
Lachlan McAndrew comes from the field after receiving a knee to the body in this centre bounce contest
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Whitlock's huge strike impresses as new recruit makes impact
Jack Whitlock launches a massive finish from the boundary after Jacob Wehr shows his skills in Port colours
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Crafty Richards spears it central as Power youngsters combine
Logan Evans boots his first major after Joe Richards delivers a brilliant darting kick from the boundary
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Match Sim Highlights: North Melbourne v Melbourne
The Kangaroos and Demons clash in match simulation
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Steele stamps authority in new colours
Former Saints skipper Jack Steele looks right at home, powering the engine room and hitting the scoreboard twice in the last
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New year, same Riley: Big Thilthorpe doubles up in seconds
Riley Thilthorpe curls his first after a clever Adelaide passage before converting a strong grab just moments later
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Latrelle lights up match sim with five-bounce blitz
Dees fans get a thrilling glimpse of the future as Latrelle Pickett burns through the corridor with five bounces
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Five and flying: Kozzy running riot
Kysaiah Pickett simply can’t be stopped, stretching his tally to five in electric fashion
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Roos defender hobbles off after awkward contest
Riley Hardeman heads to the bench sore after coming off second best in a marking clash
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Dees recruit forced off after heavy tackle
Brody Mihocek is ruled out of match simulation with concussion after this tackle in the first quarter
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Pickett pockets two stunners in a flash
Kysaiah Pickett drifts forward from the midfield and conjures back-to-back goals in minutes
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AAMI AFL Origin Delivers $1 million boost for Western Australian community football
As the Big V and Sandgropers prepare to clash in front of a sold-out Optus Stadium for AAMI AFL Origin, the AFL today announced a major funding boost for Western Australia's local football community.
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Bill Walker elevated to Legend status
Swan Districts’ great Bill Walker – the only man in WA football history to have won four Sandover Medals – will be elevated to Legend Status at the Hall of Fame induction in Melbourne on June 9
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Finalists Announced for Best Community Football Facility Project of 2025
The 2025 finalists have been announced for the Ken Gannon Football Facilities Award, recognising the projects that set the benchmark in best-practice design and development to support the continued growth of Australian Football
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AFL confirms medal and trophy appointments for 2026 AAMI AFL Origin
The AFL has confirmed the medal and trophy presenters for the 2026 AAMI AFL Origin match between Western Australia and Victoria
