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Inaccurate Lions survive late scare from Bulldogs

Brisbane has survived a late scare from the Western Bulldogs to win by 10 points

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TEAMS: Pies make FIVE changes, big Cat back, huge in for Freo

The teams are in for round 19's Sunday games

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The Round Ahead: Pies' tagging challenge, Freo crowd record in sight

Sarah Olle, Josh Gabelich & Chad Wingard preview round 19

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    The Round Ahead: Pies' tagging challenge, Freo crowd record in sight

    Sarah Olle, Josh Gabelich & Chad Wingard preview round 19

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    GETTABLE: Biggest trade 'domino', Blues’ massive conundrum, Lions targets narrowed

    Riley Beveridge and Cal Twomey bring the latest trade and draft news and Cal speaks with Kall Burns, Zeke Uwland and Dylan Patterson at Gold Coast

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    Highlights: Essendon v GWS

    The Bombers and Giants clash in round 19 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season

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    Pies' big selection calls, Dees on Fritsch trade talk, key Hawk returns

    Footy Feed: Sarah Olle with the latest news

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  • 02:25

    'Green Machine' goes turbo in damaging midfield outing

    Tom Green amasses 30 disposals and 16 clearances to go with four goal assists and a major of his own in an elite performance

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    Dons' injury crisis solution, Bont's contract call, Freo set for boost

    Footy Feed: Riley Beveridge with the latest news

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  • 20:02

    On The Inside: Secret to Josh Daicos' huge quarter, how Lachie moves past mistakes

    Tom Mitchell and Lachie Neale on why 'the other Daicos' is just as lethal as Nick, their post-match routines, and the trick to stop dwelling on in-game errors, thanks to Gatorade

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  • 40:41

    ROUND TABLE: Is St Kilda getting too comfortable with losing?

    Start your hump day with the latest news in the world of footy plus more with Damian Barrett, Josh Gabelich and Sarah Olle

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    The Traders' Fantasy preview: Round 19

    Calvin, Roy and Warnie talk you through all the news, captains and more

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  • What's on this weekend: School holiday fun, milestones aplenty

    Check out what's happening before, during and after the footy at some of the big games in round 19

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    The new midfield stars leaving the Brownlow bulls behind

    In less than five years, there's been a noticeable shift in the type of midfielders who are having the biggest impact on the game, writes Nathan Schmook

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  • Rising Cat to stay, Tassie eyes 2027 talent, deal looms for Blue

    Check out all the latest trade news from around the League

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  • In the mix: Who could play for your club in R19?

    Who's struggling, who's a test, check out the players from your list who are a little sore

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  • Hird, Jarman and the best ever individual quarters at your club

    Our reporters take a look at the the best individual performance in a single quarter for your team

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  • Footy Focus is BACK for 2025! Get your best pics ready

    Share your grassroots footy photos for the chance to shoot an AFL game with AFL chief photographer

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    BARRETT: Countdown's on as Sicily seeks way out of form slump

    There are many reasons for the Hawks skipper's reduced output in 2025 but the fact remains he's a shadow of his best, writes Damian Barrett

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  • DON'T MISS OUT: Pies-Dockers, Crows-Suns head huge R19

    We preview a finals-shaping round 19 with three massive games. Don't miss out, get your tickets early

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    Nine things we learned: This Demon is one of the hottest forwards in the game

    Matt Rowell is made for September, the Bombers can't be judged on this season plus more R18 lessons

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  • Around the state leagues: Big Saint's day out, Swan stars, Eagle responds

    Check out all the best players from this weekend's VFL, SANFL and WAFL action

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    IF we lauded Charlie when he was winning Coleman Medals ... THEN

    Sliding Doors is in full swing for 2025 .. and Damo's got plenty on his mind

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AFLW News

  • Friends, footy and fantasy: The draft hopeful who reads two books a week

    Her uncle taught her how to kick a footy eight years ago, and now Danika McDonald is flourishing as part of the AFLW Academy

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  • AFL considering new boutique stadium in Melbourne

    The AFL is open to developing a new boutique stadium to be the home of AFLW as it looks to consolidate venues

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    ‘It means a lot more’: Draft hopeful on books, cellies and NT footy

    She’s a voracious reader, has big goals, and definitely didn’t play soccer growing up. Meet draft prospect Danika McDonald.

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    Win a $70K Toyota: HUGE prizes on offer in AFLW Fantasy

    Check out all the prizes on offer this year in AFLW Fantasy

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  • Notes from the track: Giants and Swans

    Check out the latest from the Giants and Swans in the lead-up to the AFLW season

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  • Tigers star behind new women's sports venue

    While she is in her sixth pre-season with the Tigers, Tessa Lavey is also staying busy off the field

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  • The Gold Coast girl making waves at the Saints

    A Gold Coast girl through and through, Serene Watson is now making waves Bayside

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  • Aye, aye, captain: Your club's 2025 leadership group

    Check out who's in your club's AFLW leadership group for 2025

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    AFLW Fantasy 101: Scoring, picking a team, leagues, captains, more

    What is AFLW Fantasy and how do you play?

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  • The Inaugurals: The 'confidence hit' that taught top Dog to sink or swim

    After an impressive junior career, Deanna Berry's early steps in the AFLW didn't always go to plan

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    LISTEN: Forced trades leaves coaches scrambling, best captains, news, more

    Calvin, Roy and Warnie bring you the round 19 teams, latest Fantasy news, best captains and more

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    Fantasy ready R19: Top five captains, trade targets, draft tips, more

    Calvin brings you everything you need to get Fantasy ready for round 19

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    Win a $70K Toyota: HUGE prizes on offer in AFLW Fantasy

    Check out all the prizes on offer this year in AFLW Fantasy

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    Fantasy stocktake: Who to buy and sell ahead of R19

    Roy explores all the Fantasy trade options ahead of round 19

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    AFLW Fantasy 101: Scoring, picking a team, leagues, captains, more

    What is AFLW Fantasy and how do you play?

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    PICK YOUR TEAM NOW: Play AFLW Fantasy in 2025

    Pick your AFLW Fantasy team for 2025

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    LISTEN: Replacements for Martin, Xerri … Rozee?

    Luxury trades? It's survival at this point

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    LISTEN: Trade options, best captains, teams, news

    Calvin, Roy and Warnie bring you the round 18 teams, latest Fantasy news, best captains and more

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    Fantasy ready R18: Top five captains, trade targets, draft tips, more

    Calvin brings you everything you need to get Fantasy ready for round 18

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    Fantasy stocktake: Who to buy and sell ahead of R18

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  • MATCH REVIEW: Star Giant cops fine for umpire contact

    The match review findings from Thursday night's match between Essendon and Greater Western Sydney are in

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  • 'It's a little bit unfair': Eagles promise on-field support for young gun

    Harley Reid has a horrible record when it comes to on-field discipline, and it remains to be seen whether Richmond attempt to bait him

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  • Suns to chase slice of Adelaide history without 'irreplaceable' star

    Gold Coast has never won at Adelaide Oval and will have to overcome the loss of Touk Miller against red-hot Adelaide on Sunday

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    'It's hate': Lyon throws support behind Saints star after online abuse

    St Kilda star Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera is unfazed by social media "hate" as he prepares to take on Geelong, Saints coach Ross Lyon says

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  • What's on this weekend: School holiday fun, milestones aplenty

    Check out what's happening before, during and after the footy at some of the big games in round 19

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  • Voss backs father-son rule in wake of youngster's commitment

    After securing talented teen Cody Walker, Carlton coach Michael Voss has staunchly defended the AFL's divisive father-son rule

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  • Bombers part ways with fitness boss amid injury crisis

    Essendon fitness boss Sean Murphy's contract won't be renewed at the end of the season

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  • 'We triple-teamed him': Bombers powerless to stop midfield beast

    Brad Scott says Essendon tried everything possible to quell the influence of Tom Green but he was simply too dominant

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  • Stringer punishes old side as Giants crush wounded Bombers

    Greater Western Sydney gets over the line by 48 points against Essendon

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    Blues get HUGE future draft boost as No.1 contender opts into father-son rule

    Potential 2026 No.1 draft pick Cody Walker intends to nominate for Carlton as a father-son selection

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Match Videos
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    Last two mins: Lions tame late Bulldogs blitz in tense slog

    The thrilling final moments between Brisbane and Western Bulldogs in round 19

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    ‘Courageous’ Dog down after nasty collision

    James O’Donnell limps off the field with a sore ankle after colliding with teammate Bailey Dale in a brave contest

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  • 00:32

    ‘He levitates for a moment’: Air Naughton’s hanger

    Aaron Naughton reels in an outrageous speccy at half-back after sitting on top of Harris Andrews

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  • 00:42

    West comes out best again to bite back for Dogs

    Rhylee West nails his third goal of the game, showcasing his smarts and forward craft for a timely reply

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  • 00:56

    Lions lose it after hot whistle and Libba’s whack

    The Gabba erupts after a holding-the-ball call leads to a goal, followed by a replay of Tom Liberatore striking Will Ashcroft high

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  • 00:42

    Lohmann on the left, Ashcroft on the right as Lions ignite

    Kai Lohmann curls home a ripper before Will Ashcroft follows up in style, as Brisbane starts to break the game open

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  • 00:39

    Charlie charges clear of Bont and gets Gabba singing

    Dayne Zorko delivers a beautiful pass to Charlie Cameron, who hits top gear and nails a cracker to get the home crowd buzzing early

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  • 01:59

    VFL Showreel, R17: Saad El-Hawli highlights

    Enjoy Saad El-Hawli's standout VFL performance for Essendon

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  • 03:33

    VFL Showreel, R17: Nick Madden highlights

    Enjoy Nick Madden's standout VFL performance for GWS

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  • 06:00

    VFL Highlights: Essendon v GWS

    The Bombers and Giants clash in round 17

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  • 15:00

    VFL Mini-Match: Essendon v GWS

    Extended highlights of the Bombers and Giants clash in round 17

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  • 20:06

    Mini-Match: Essendon v GWS

    Extended highlights of the Bombers and Giants clash in round 19 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season

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  • 13:09

    Scott post-match, R19: 'I don't think goal kicking cost us the game tonight. It was execution and polish'

    Watch Essendon’s press conference after round 19’s match against GWS

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  • 11:12

    Kingsley post-match, R19: 'We saw a real selfless Stringer, giving goals off where he had every right to take those shots'

    Watch GWS’s press conference after round 19’s match against Essendon

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  • 02:25

    'Green Machine' goes turbo in damaging midfield outing

    Tom Green amasses 30 disposals and 16 clearances to go with four goal assists and a major of his own in an elite performance

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  • 08:06

    Highlights: Essendon v GWS

    The Bombers and Giants clash in round 19 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season

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  • 00:34

    Jumping Jake launches over ex-teammate with cracking hang

    Jake Stringer sticks a superb aerial grab over Jayden Laverde and brings a big smile after snapping truly

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  • 00:33

    Terrific Tom motors through and flushes it true

    Tom Green reads the rove to perfection and bends a slick snap from the stoppage

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  • 00:38

    Magic McMahon moment provides timely Bombers spark

    Liam McMahon boots his first career goal to get Essendon on the board and his teammates flock to him

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  • 00:45

    Super Stringer delivers powerful double play against old side

    Jake Stringer sets up Max Gruzewski's second major with a brilliant burst before nailing a perfect strike just seconds later

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AFL Noticeboard

  • 2025 Woomeras and Medleys squads announced ahead of talent showcase

    More than 80 of the country’s most promising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Multicultural girls footballers aged 15-and-under have been selected in the 2025 Woomeras and Medleys programs

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  • Final week of Kids Go Free Month

    Families across the country are making the most of the AFL’s national Kids Go Free campaign, with the final week of the much-loved initiative set to wrap up this weekend

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  • Vale Barrie Robran, a Legend of Australian Football

    The Australian Football League mourns Hall of Fame Legend Barrie Robran, who has passed away in Adelaide at the age of 77

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  • AFL launches new national PlayHQ concussion function

    A new feature in PlayHQ will help leagues, clubs, players and families better manage concussion incidents

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  • AFL condemns racist remarks directed at duo

    The AFL wishes to again to make it clear that there is absolutely no place for racism in the game

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  • Vale Brian Dixon

    The AFL sends its sincere condolences to Brian Dixon's family, friends and former team mates and colleagues following his passing

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  • MCG patron given five-year ban

    A patron has been banned from attending matches for five years

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  • Celebrating 23 at a Superkick Surprise party with Buddy

    All-time great Lance 'Buddy' Franklin helped 100 lucky NAB AFL Superkickers celebrate a milestone at Luna Park in Sydney

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  • AFL congratulates Chris Scott ahead of his 350th game as a coach

    The AFL congratulates Geelong Cats’ coach Chris Scott, who reaches the 350-game milestone as a coach this weekend

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