8 h. ago AFL teams and expert tips for round 24: Merrett returns from injury for his 250th, Blues leave out veteran

The Bombers skipper will make his return from a broken hand for his side’s clash with their arch enemy, Carlton.

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8 h. ago The Crows’ case: What Adelaide will argue in Rankine submission to the AFL

The Crows had been due to present their case on Wednesday afternoon but were granted a 24-hour extension by the league.

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10 h. ago ‘Leave a bit of hope for me’: Bobby Hill to miss again, finals unlikely

The 2023 Norm Smith medallist will miss yet again for Collingwood and is only a slim chance to play a part in the Magpies’ finals series.

Events

12 h. ago No Wednesday call on Rankine as Crows given extra time to respond to AFL

The AFL has granted Adelaide an extension to respond to its proposed ban for Izak Rankine, pushing a decision back another day.

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31 h. ago Verbals over Showdown hit preceded Rankine’s alleged homophobic slur

The Crows and their star are still awaiting the outcome of the league’s investigation, which could rule him out of this year’s finals series.

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32 h. ago A stain on the game: The AFL must find a new way to tackle homophobia

If proven, the alleged Rankine incident and others show the AFL’s current approach is failing to stamp out homophobia on-field.

Sport

32 h. ago Why the AFL’s decision on the Izak Rankine case has been delayed

The Crows and their star are still awaiting the outcome of the league’s investigation, which could rule him out of this year’s finals series.

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36 h. ago ‘Not going to happen’: Swans chairman declares SCG off limits to Giants

The Giants and Richmond want to play an AFL game to the SCG next season, with the help of the NSW government - but the Swans are not having a bar of it.

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42 h. ago ‘He is very remorseful’: Rankine’s regret for slur as AFL verdict is imminent

Further details about the alleged homophobic comment made by Izak Rankine are coming to light as the player awaits the outcome of the AFL’s investigation that could rule him out of this year’s finals series.

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56 h. ago Rankine called Pie to apologise after alleged homophobic insult, Crows await fate

The AFL is expected to hand down its finding in the coming days, with the Crows bracing themselves to be without Rankine for multiple matches if the allegation is proven as they push for their first premiership since 1998.

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58 h. ago Market revolution or the price the Saints have to pay? Unpacking the historic Nasiah deal

Between Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera and Tom De Koning, the Saints may have aggressively reset the market for what a top-tier AFL footballer is worth.

Economics

61 h. ago Rankine called Pie to apologise amid AFL investigation into alleged homophobic slur

The AFL’s integrity unit is investigating an alleged homophobic slur by Adelaide star Izak Rankine towards his Collingwood opponent during Saturday night’s match at Adelaide Oval.

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64 h. ago ‘I don’t recommend it’: Harris back and joking after hospital visit; Big names attempt the ‘Centra’

Melbourne star Tayla Harris suffered an eye injury in Melbourne’s win over the Dogs but she is raring to get back out there in round two, promising to wear a ski mask and helmet if that’s what it takes. Meanwhile, some of the biggest names in football had a crack at the tricky skill Ash Centra showed off on Thursday night.

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65 h. ago Your guide to round 24: The games that will shape the top eight

The Magpies have gone cold, the Hawks are flying, the Cats are purring, while the Lions have regained their mojo. Just how will the cards fall in round 24? These are the games that will decide the finalists – and how they will play out.

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67 h. ago Alleged homophobic slur at the centre of Rankine investigation revealed

The AFL’s integrity unit is investigating an alleged homophobic slur by Adelaide star Izak Rankine towards his Collingwood opponent during Saturday night’s match at Adelaide Oval.

Events

68 h. ago Crows star being investigated for alleged homophobic comment

The AFL’s integrity unit is investigating an alleged homophobic slur by Adelaide star Izak Rankine towards his Collingwood opponent during Saturday night’s match at Adelaide Oval.

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3 d. ago Destiny in Dogs’ hands as early elimination final awaits; Studio 54: Harry Sheezel’s day out

The Western Bulldogs have destiny in their own hands after setting up an ‘elimination final’ against Fremantle at Marvel Stadium. Meanwhile, Harry Sheezel’s record-equalling day propelled North Melbourne past Richmond in their farewell Hobart game.

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3 d. ago Destiny in Dogs’ hands as early elimination final awaits; Sheezel’s record

The Western Bulldogs have destiny in their own hands after setting up an ‘elimination final’ against Fremantle at Marvel Stadium. Meanwhile, Harry Sheezel’s record-equalling day propelled North Melbourne past Richmond in their farewell Hobart game.

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3 d. ago Crow throws and the free kick that wasn’t: Adelaide’s luck turns

Ben Keays’ pass to Isaac Cumming in the goal square was a straight NRL throw. Which was weird because he shouldn’t have needed to do it, and the Crows would have scored anyway.

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3 d. ago AFLW round one: Saints have plenty to Crow about; Hawks get ‘statement’ revenge over Lions

Welcome to our AFLW blog for round one. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

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