GOLD Coast recruit Christian Petracca has picked up a second 10-vote game to start his career at the Suns, with the former Demon one of five players to have a perfect game in round one.
Petracca picked up 10 votes in his side's thumping win over West Coast on Sunday evening, with debutant Milan Murdock (one vote) the only Eagles player to get a vote.
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Petracca also picked up 10 votes in his Suns debut against Geelong last week.
Carlton star Sam Walsh, Western Bulldogs skipper Marcus Bontempelli, Adelaide defender Wayne Milera and North Melbourne backman Charlie Comben were the other players to get a perfect 10 votes from the coaches in round one.
Nick Watson and Jacob van Rooyen picked up nine votes each from their wins over the weekend, while Nick Blakey and Tom McCartin both picked up eight votes in Sydney's win over Brisbane.
The votes were split in Geelong's come-from behind victory over Fremantle, with Max Holmes getting eight votes and Luke Jackson and Shannon Neale getting seven each.
Every week, the two senior coaches for each game give votes on a 5-4-3-2-1 basis, meaning 10 votes is the maximum a player can get in each round.
The player with the most votes at the end of the home and away season will win the AFLCA Champion Player of the Year Award.
Carlton v Richmond
10 Sam Walsh (CARL)
6 Patrick Cripps (CARL)
6 Jayden Short (RICH)
5 Jagga Smith (CARL)
2 Tim Taranto (RICH)
1 Jacob Weitering (CARL)
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20:03
Mini-Match: Carlton v Richmond
Extended highlights of the Blues and Tigers clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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09:11
Full post-match, R1: Blues
Watch Carlton’s press conference after round one’s match against Richmond
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09:03
Full post-match, R1: Tigers
Watch Richmond’s press conference after round one’s match against Carlton
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03:27
Quick Recap: Carlton v Richmond
Short highlights of the Blues and Tigers clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:13
Highlights: Blues hold their nerve to defy Tigers' surge
The Blues and Tigers clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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04:58
Last two mins: Tigers' charge falls short against Blues
The thrilling final moments between Carlton and Richmond in round one
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00:51
'It's all happening at the 'G': Manic minute as Rioli claims another
Maurice Rioli jnr mows down Ollie Florent in a trademark tackle before Sam Lalor flies high for a speccy
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00:56
'That's the future of the Tigers': Grlj and Lalor light it up
Richmond debutant Sam Grlj goes on a daring run before Sam Lalor completes the job with a dazzling finish
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00:36
Will knows the way: New Blue so crafty around goal
Will Hayward shows his forward smarts with a clever finish to keep Carlton rolling
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00:32
Tiger in trouble for off-the-ball strike?
Jonty Faull may find himself in hot water after his contact on Jacob Weitering behind the play
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00:38
Blue and Tiger swap silky dribblers
Brodie Kemp and Rhyan Mansell both bounce through superb dribbling goals for their sides in a lively opening quarter
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00:38
Ben or Harry? Decide which Blue bags the opener
Ben Ainsworth attempts to get a toe on Harry McKay’s dribbling effort, with the goal eventually awarded to the key forward
Essendon v Hawthorn
9 Nick Watson (HAW)
5 Tom Barrass (HAW)
4 Jack Gunston (HAW)
4 Conor Nash (HAW)
3 James Sicily (HAW)
3 Jarman Impey (HAW)
1 Zach Merrett (ESS)
1 Jai Newcombe (HAW)
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20:11
Mini-Match: Essendon v Hawthorn
Extended highlights of the Bombers and Hawks clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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11:07
Full post-match, R1: Hawks
Watch Hawthorn’s press conference after round one’s match against Essendon
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10:55
Full post-match, R1: Bombers
Watch Essendon’s press conference after round one’s match against Hawthorn
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03:27
Quick Recap: Essendon v Hawthorn
Short highlights of the Bombers and Hawks clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:11
Highlights: Essendon v Hawthorn
The Bombers and Hawks clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:51
A gift El Achkar will never forget
Hussien El Achkar lands a goal on debut after a shoddy kick out of defence is smothered straight into his lap
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00:33
Hawks pile on Moore after tough week
Dylan Moore delivers a passionate celebration after slotting a goal and is swarmed by teammates
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00:56
Chol climbs the clouds for monster clunk
Mabior Chol reels in an outstanding contested mark right in front of the Hawthorn faithful
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00:42
‘G erupts as Merrett owns the moment with huge goal
Zach Merrett lands a brilliant major and soaks in the noise from a roaring crowd
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00:38
How Sharp is this first goal? Dyson’s dream start
Bombers debutant Dyson Sharp drills a sizzling first major in the AFL to bring the crowd to its feet
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00:41
Moore to Macdonald: Hawks duo strikes gold
Dylan Moore and Connor Macdonald link up early in the first quarter to produce a cracking goal
Western Bulldogs v Greater Western Sydney
10 Marcus Bontempelli (WB)
8 Aaron Naughton (WB)
6 Tom Liberatore (WB)
3 Matthew Kennedy (WB)
2 Tim English (WB)
1 Lachie Jaques (WB)
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2:04:35
Match Replay: Western Bulldogs v GWS
The Bulldogs and Giants clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:09
Mini-Match: Western Bulldogs v GWS
Extended highlights of the Bulldogs and Giants clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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14:09
Full post-match, R1: Bulldogs
Watch Western Bulldogs’s press conference after round one’s match against GWS
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03:06
Naughton's special six shines bright
Aaron Naughton had a day out against the Giants booting six goals and taking 11 marks in dominant performance
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08:57
Full post-match, R1: Giants
Watch GWS’s press conference after round one’s match against Western Bulldogs
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03:18
Brilliant Bont: Gun Dog has day to remember
Marcus Bontempelli put on a masterclass at Marvel Stadium which included 33 disposals and three goals to go with it
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03:29
Quick Recap: Western Bulldogs v GWS
Short highlights of the Bulldogs and Giants clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:02
Highlights: Western Bulldogs v GWS
The Bulldogs and Giants clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:42
Coniglio sells candy for consolation prize
Stephen Coniglio finishes off a wonderful baulking play with a goal as his side struggles to overcome a massive margin
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00:59
Four players crunched in heavy collision
A sickening clash leaves several players floored and bloodied during the third term
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00:56
'This is ridiculous': Darcy defies logic with crazy-good pass
Sam Darcy launches a stunning kick to Aaron Naughton, who then delivers a perfectly weighted footy for a red-hot Marcus Bontempelli
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00:18
Bulldog gets free kick after Giant's swinging arm off the ball
GWS forward Harvey Thomas may come under MRO scrutiny for this incident involving Matt Kennedy
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00:37
'The AstroNaught got up there': Dog lifts off at Marvel
Aaron Naughton takes a wonderful flying mark to set up his skipper as the Bulldogs kick away
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00:41
'Something in the way he moves': Bontempelli magic
Marcus Bontempelli spirals a sky-high effort through the big sticks with ease in a super start for the Bulldogs
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00:29
'Dopey' Greene's brain fade costs Giants a goal
Toby Greene bizarrely blocks Sam Darcy's path in the ruck contest and gifts the dangerous Bulldog an early major
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04:24
'He’ll be a top five player by the end of the year': Huge praise for Bulldog
The Round Ahead panel discuss Jake Stringer’s early impact for GWS, no love lost between Marcus Bontempelli and Toby Greene, Michael Sellwood’s emotional debut and why they believe Ed Richards will become a top five player in the competition by season’s end.
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03:18
Match Previews R1: Western Bulldogs v Greater Western Sydney
Sportsbet's Nathan Brown and Kane Cornes preview the game between the Bulldogs and the Giants at Marvel Stadium
Geelong v Fremantle
8 Max Holmes (GEEL)
7 Luke Jackson (FRE)
7 Shannon Neale (GEEL)
4 Shaun Mannagh (GEEL)
2 Caleb Serong (FRE)
2 Jeremy Cameron (GEEL)
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2:08:03
Match Replay: Geelong v Fremantle
The Cats and Dockers clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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19:59
Mini-Match: Geelong v Fremantle
Extended highlights of the Cats and Dockers clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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06:06
Full post-match, R1: Cats
Watch Geelong’s press conference after round one’s match against Fremantle
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03:28
Quick Recap: Geelong v Fremantle
Short highlights of the Cats and Dockers clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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05:08
Full post-match, R1: Dockers
Watch Fremantle’s press conference after round one’s match against Geelong
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08:15
Highlights: Geelong v Fremantle
The Cats and Dockers clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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01:06
'The maddest I've seen him': Cats pair on Scott's quarter-time spray
Shannon Neale and Max Holmes reveal how furious coach Chris Scott was at the first change, with ‘disgraceful’ among the words thrown around
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00:36
'He was off celebrating': Cat gives it to Voss after Docker goes early
Patrick Voss starts celebrating what he thinks is a huge late goal before it’s ruled a behind, with Gryan Miers quick to let him know
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00:48
'Baz ball': Star Cat comes up big with ripping snap
Bailey Smith doesn't waste a second as the footy trickles out of the pack with a pinpoint snap goal to put Geelong within reach of victory
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00:51
Dudley does right with unrelenting effort
Isaiah Dudley is rewarded for his persistent efforts and gets out the back with a running dribble goal
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01:19
Neale the real deal? Big Cat bags three in term
Shannon Neale drags his side back into the contest with a towering three-goal third quarter
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01:01
Mannagh mania: Cat's blazing hat-trick
Shaun Mannagh kicks three quick goals to start the second term for Geelong on a high note, with an assist from superstar Bailey Smith
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00:43
Rampant Dockers ripping Cats apart early
Nathan O’Driscoll and Shai Bolton get off the chain again in the first term to pile more pain on a stunned Geelong outfit
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00:39
Clark pops back up and bends it beautifully
Jhye Clark doesn't give up after missing the mark in a contest with a hard-working follow-up to snap a great goal
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00:54
Docker stars combine to craft a beauty
Shai Bolton turns on the spot to kick a beautiful snap goal after Caleb Serong fought hard to keep the ball in play
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02:21
Chad compares Jackson to ex-teammate, why Cats need an A-grade ruckman
Chad Wingard explains why Luke Jackson reminds him of Justin Westhoff and why the Cats need to invest in an A-grade ruckman.
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01:40
Match Previews R1: Geelong v Fremantle
Sportsbet's Nathan Brown and Kane Cornes preview the game between the Cats and the Dockers at GMHBA Stadium
Sydney v Brisbane
8 Nick Blakey (SYD)
8 Joel Amartey (SYD)
7 Tom McCartin (SYD)
4 Riley Bice (SYD)
2 Isaac Heeney (SYD)
1 Jarrod Berry (BL)
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2:02:43
Match Replay: Sydney v Brisbane
The Swans and Lions clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:07
Mini-Match: Sydney v Brisbane
Extended highlights of the Swans and Lions clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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10:54
Full post-match, R1: Swans
Watch Sydney’s press conference after round one’s match against Brisbane
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06:37
Full post-match, R1: Lions
Watch Brisbane’s press conference after round one’s match against Sydney
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01:59
Five-star Amartey dines out at Swans’ party
Joel Amartey boots five goals as Sydney goes to town on the reigning premiers
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03:27
Quick Recap: Sydney v Brisbane
Short highlights of the Swans and Lions clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:09
Highlights: Sydney v Brisbane
The Swans and Lions clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:42
Grundy’s got the moves: Big man’s silky finish
Brodie Grundy makes this dribble kick look easy as the Swans are in full party mode
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00:29
Swans sweat on another star as Heeney grabs hammy
Isaac Heeney becomes the latest Sydney gun to head off after clutching at his right hamstring
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00:43
Huge blow as star Swan hurts shoulder
Errol Gulden comes from the field in the fourth quarter after hurting his shoulder in this incident
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00:55
Oscar the Lion: Recruit provides much-needed spark
Oscar Allen snaps truly as Brisbane lands two goals in a row in the third quarter
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00:32
Heeney doing Heeney things as Swans run riot
Isaac Heeney gathers the footy cleanly and finds the big sticks off just a few steps
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00:47
Big Swan left sore after copping Charlie bump
Brodie Grundy goes to ground just before quarter-time following this contact from Charlie Cameron
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00:46
Rosas finishes fantastic Swans handiwork
Malcolm Rosas jnr gets on the end of some clever touches from his teammates to keep his side flying early
Collingwood v Adelaide
10 Wayne Milera (ADEL)
5 Riley Thilthorpe (ADEL)
5 Josh Worrell (ADEL)
4 Nick Daicos (COLL)
3 Alex Neal-Bullen (ADEL)
3 Dan Houston (COLL)
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1:59:54
Match Replay: Collingwood v Adelaide
The Magpies and Crows clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:09
Mini-Match: Collingwood v Adelaide
Extended highlights of the Magpies and Crows clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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11:03
Full post-match, R1: Crows
Watch Adelaide’s press conference after round one’s match against Collingwood
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07:14
Full post-match, R1: Magpies
Watch Collingwood’s press conference after round one’s match against Adelaide
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03:30
Quick Recap: Collingwood v Adelaide
Short highlights of the Magpies and Crows clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:08
Highlights: Collingwood v Adelaide
The Magpies and Crows clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:29
Crow slow to rise after Pendles crashes in
Josh Worrell takes time to get back to his feet after this incident with Scott Pendlebury
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00:47
Clutch Keays bends stunner and salutes crowd to seal win
Ben Keays steers through a brilliant banana from the pocket and engages with the crowd in a big moment
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00:50
'Pies are coming': Elliott's double impact leads comeback
Jamie Elliott shows his class to set up Lachie Schultz before he drills a timely finish to keep the door ajar
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01:14
'They're not happy': Pies fans fume at double decision
Steele Sidebottom and Beau McCreery are penalised for these incidents and the Collingwood faithful erupts in response
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00:57
Bullseye blitz: Dual Crows missiles spark momentum
Isaac Cumming and Brayden Cook boot back-to-back darts from distance as Adelaide gains control
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00:46
MCG roar grows louder through Roan and Beau beauties
Roan Steele works the angles to perfection before Jordan De Goey sets up Beau McCreery to delight the home crowd
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00:41
Elite Daicos dagger continues response with passionate reaction
Nick Daicos finds a pocket of space to curl a classy finish and he brings the celebration to match
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00:48
Massive Crisp bender sparks Magpie Army in super play
Jack Crisp continues his run from the stoppage and blasts through an impressive snap from the angle
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00:51
Clinical Crows fires first double after decision overturned
Isaac Cumming opens Adelaide's season before Alex Neal-Bullen salutes truly after eventually being awarded the mark
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02:30
Crows eye 2025 redemption, how Pies are managing their key veterans
After a disappointing 2025 finals series, Adelaide is looking to start 2026 with a win over Collingwood. Meanwhile the Pies are coming off an impressive Opening Round victory that saw impressive performances from Scott Pendlebury and Jordan De Goey.
North Melbourne v Port Adelaide
10 Charlie Comben (NMFC)
6 Luke Parker (NMFC)
4 Harry Sheezel (NMFC)
4 Tristan Xerri (NMFC)
4 Dylan Stephens (NMFC)
2 Luke Davies-Uniacke (NMFC)
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20:08
Mini-Match: North Melbourne v Port Adelaide
Extended highlights of the Kangaroos and Power clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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12:02
Full post-match, R1: Kangaroos
Watch Nth Melbourne’s press conference after round one’s match against Port Adelaide
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03:28
Quick Recap: North Melbourne v Port Adelaide
Short highlights of the Kangaroos and Power clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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06:24
Full post-match, R1: Power
Watch Port Adelaide’s press conference after round one’s match against Nth Melbourne
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08:15
Highlights: North Melbourne v Port Adelaide
The Kangaroos and Power clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:47
Port tall clutches ankle in 'cruel' moment
Todd Marshall comes from the field with a suspected ankle injury following this incident
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00:43
'Inspirational' Curtis dances and weaves with solo stunner
Paul Curtis slips his way through traffic and threads a super goal to impress all
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00:37
Soccering Simpkin turns striker as Roos show rolls on
Jy Simpkin reads the fall perfectly and boots a skilful finish off the ground to extend his side's lead
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00:33
'That's a roost': Comben crunches monster in huge flush
Charlie Comben winds up from downtown and launches a massive finish to delight the home crowd
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00:38
Massive Bergman bomb stuns with centre-square sizzler
Miles Bergman fires a magnificent finish from well beyond 50 with a sweet strike
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00:38
Rozee's costly slip brings tough decision as Zurhaar salutes
Connor Rozee has a moment he’d rather forget from the kick-in and Cam Zurhaar makes him pay
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00:24
Flying Curtis sticks a cracker in huge grab
Paul Curtis shows his hops and plucks a super speccy in the pack
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00:52
DBJ opens season as Marshall stands tall in new role
Darcy Byrne-Jones threads the first major after Todd Marshall sets up the attack from his move to defence
Melbourne v St Kilda
9 Jacob van Rooyen (MELB)
8 Max Hall (STK)
7 Max Gawn (MELB)
2 Callum Wilkie (STK)
2 Jack Sinclair (STK)
1 Jack Steele (MELB)
1 Caleb Windsor (MELB)
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20:06
Mini-Match: Melbourne v St Kilda
Extended highlights of the Demons and Saints clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:22
Full post-match, R1: Demons
Watch Melbourne’s press conference after round one’s match against St Kilda
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02:18
Van Rooyen breaks through in 2026 with six
Jacob van Rooyen starts his year off with a bang, kicking six majors against the Saints in a dominant display
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03:29
Quick Recap: Melbourne v St Kilda
Short highlights of the Demons and Saints clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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07:26
Full post-match, R1: Saints
Watch St Kilda’s press conference after round one’s match against Melbourne
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08:13
Highlights: Melbourne v St Kilda
The Demons and Saints clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:51
King can’t contain joy in coaches box after Dees dagger
New Melbourne coach Steven King celebrates passionately in the box after Bayley Fritsch seals a superb win
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00:56
Flyin’ Ryan launches into insane Mark of the Year contender
Liam Ryan climbs into the clouds to reel in this stunning speccy but heads to the bench sore after the heavy landing
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00:38
Steele stings former side and sparks massive roar
Ex-Saints captain Jack Steele celebrates in style after his first goal in new colours
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00:20
Saints rule out luckless young gun to injury
Mattaes Phillipou’s injury woes continue after the St Kilda midfielder pulls up sore and is forced out of the contest
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00:42
Crafty Saint 'creates something out of nothing'
Max Hall sneaks home an early Goal of the Year contender and celebrates with St Kilda fans on the boundary line
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00:56
'Breathtaking': ‘G rocked by Latrelle’s electrifying first goal
Latrelle Pickett lights up the stadium after taking three bounces and finishing a mesmerising maiden major
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00:57
New Dee makes amends for howler
Brody Mihocek opens his account for his new club with a stylish snap, moments after his clanger at the other end
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00:55
'Do you want to take your kick again?': Deja vu for Dee
Harry Sharp hits the post twice in a minute after being asked by an umpire whether he’d like to re-take his kick
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00:42
Nas picks up where he left off against Dees
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera converts the first goal of the game with a silky snap after great early pressure
Gold Coast v West Coast
10 Christian Petracca (GCFC)
8 Jarrod Witts (GCFC)
6 Noah Anderson (GCFC)
3 Ben King (GCFC)
2 Touk Miller (GCFC)
1 Milan Murdock (WCE)
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20:12
Mini-Match: Gold Coast v West Coast
Extended highlights of the Suns and Eagles clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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03:27
Quick Recap: Gold Coast v West Coast
Short highlights of the Suns and Eagles clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:03
Highlights: Gold Coast v West Coast
The Suns and Eagles clash in round one of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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09:06
Full post-match, R1: Suns
Watch Gold Coast’s press conference after round one’s match against West Coast
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06:01
Full post-match, R1: Eagles
Watch West Coast’s press conference after round one’s match against Gold Coast
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00:47
Touk thriller: Former captain pins the ears back
Touk Miller sets sail for home from outside 50 to cap off a good night at the office
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01:00
Tensions flare with Mac front and centre
Jamie Cripps gets under the skin of Mac Andrew in the post goal celebrations
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00:39
Sun sent flying over fence in rare gaffe
Zeke Uwland goes tumbling over the boundary fence right before the main break
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00:41
Surefire Rioli joins party on the Gold Coast
Daniel Rioli charges through the corridor to receive and goal on the run during the second quarter
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00:51
On Trac for how many? Star Sun sinks three in first term
Christian Petracca has started like a house on fire booting an early hat-trick against the Eagles
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01:17
Mac meltdown gifts debutant first goal in fiery scenes
Mac Andrew throws first-gamer Milan Murdock to the turf and gives away a costly 50m penalty to spark early tensions
LEADERBOARD
20 Christian Petracca (GCFC)
14 Nick Daicos (COLL)
13 Sam Walsh (CARL)
10 Marcus Bontempelli (WB)
10 Charlie Comben (NMFC)
10 Tom McCartin (SYD)
10 Justin McInerney (SYD)
10 Wayne Milera (ADEL)
10 Ed Richards (WB)
10 Jake Stringer (GWS)
9 Jacob Van Rooyen (MELB)
9 Nick Watson (HAW)
8 Joel Amartey (SYD)
8 Nick Blakey (SYD)
8 Errol Gulden (SYD)
8 Max Hall (STK)
8 Max Holmes (GEEL)
8 Bailey Humphrey (GCFC)
8 Aaron Naughton (WB)
8 Jack Sinclair (STK)
8 Jarrod Witts (GCFC)
