BLOG RECAP: All the news from a big Monday

All the latest news and more ahead of the second week of finals

WHAT a thrilling weekend of footy we just witnessed.

It's set the scene for a HUGE second week of finals, with this weekend's do-or-die semi-finals shaping up to be every bit as exciting. Join us right here for all the latest news as we get one step closer to crowning this year's premiers.

>> Scroll down for the live blog and watch Footy Feed in the player below

03:14

The semi-final action kicks off on Friday night when reigning premier Melbourne hosts a revived Brisbane at the MCG, then on Saturday night, Fremantle travels to the MCG for a monster clash against a red-hot Collingwood.

We'll bring you all the breaking news FIRST from 3pm AEST.

Live Blog

10:23

Indigenous Team of the Century, 20 years on: The midfielders

Chris Johnson, Michael O'Loughlin and Chad Wingard join Ernie Dingo to commemorate 20 years since the Indigenous Team of the Century was named, looking at McLeod, Farmer and the great midfielders

AFL
19:12

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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03:29

Pride, passion and history: What Origin means to current stars

Cripps, Daicos, Bontempelli and more explain what Origin means to them ahead of the return of state v state footy in 2026

AFL

'It's pretty crazy': How one of footy's most heartwarming stories came about

Maya Dear grew up an elite athlete in netball and basketball, but now the daughter of Paul will get her chance in AFLW

AFLW
The 16 players training for an AFL lifeline this summer

The bulk of players training in a bid to win the last list spots available will return in 2026

AFL
Swans veteran suffers Achilles injury as tough run continues

Swan Taylor Adams will be in a moonboot for several weeks after suffering an Achilles injury

AFL

14:17

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

10:23

Indigenous Team of the Century, 20 years on: The midfielders

Chris Johnson, Michael O'Loughlin and Chad Wingard join Ernie Dingo to commemorate 20 years since the Indigenous Team of the Century was named, looking at McLeod, Farmer and the great midfielders

AFL
19:12

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

AFLW
03:29

Pride, passion and history: What Origin means to current stars

Cripps, Daicos, Bontempelli and more explain what Origin means to them ahead of the return of state v state footy in 2026

AFL
11:31

Indigenous Team of the Century, 20 years on: The defenders

Chris Johnson, Michael O'Loughlin and Chad Wingard join Ernie Dingo to commemorate 20 years since the Indigenous Team of the Century was named, looking at Wanganeen, Dempsey and the great defenders

AFL

'It's pretty crazy': How one of footy's most heartwarming stories came about

Maya Dear grew up an elite athlete in netball and basketball, but now the daughter of Paul will get her chance in AFLW

AFLW
The 16 players training for an AFL lifeline this summer

The bulk of players training in a bid to win the last list spots available will return in 2026

AFL
Swans veteran suffers Achilles injury as tough run continues

Swan Taylor Adams will be in a moonboot for several weeks after suffering an Achilles injury

AFL
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AFL Fantasy Draft 2026: All the exciting new features

After a big rebuild last year, plenty has been added to AFL Fantasy Draft for next season

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BLOG RECAP: All the news from a big Monday

Footy Feed: Trac's race against the clock, Steele's secret deal

Indigenous Team of the Century, 20 years on: The midfielders

Brekky, bowling, and Dan Gorringe: Inside No.1 pick’s whirlwind draft day

Pride, passion and history: What Origin means to current stars

'It's pretty crazy': How one of footy's most heartwarming stories came about

The 16 players training for an AFL lifeline this summer

Swans veteran suffers Achilles injury as tough run continues

The Insider: Deadline Day with Cal Twomey

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Footy Feed: Trac's race against the clock, Steele's secret deal

Indigenous Team of the Century, 20 years on: The midfielders

Brekky, bowling, and Dan Gorringe: Inside No.1 pick’s whirlwind draft day

Pride, passion and history: What Origin means to current stars

'It's pretty crazy': How one of footy's most heartwarming stories came about

The 16 players training for an AFL lifeline this summer

Swans veteran suffers Achilles injury as tough run continues

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Indigenous Team of the Century, 20 years on: The midfielders

Brekky, bowling, and Dan Gorringe: Inside No.1 pick’s whirlwind draft day

Pride, passion and history: What Origin means to current stars

Indigenous Team of the Century, 20 years on: The defenders

'It's pretty crazy': How one of footy's most heartwarming stories came about

The 16 players training for an AFL lifeline this summer

Swans veteran suffers Achilles injury as tough run continues

AFL Fantasy Draft 2026: All the exciting new features

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