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The low down from those in the knowDarren Glass still haunts AFL rivals
By Justin Chadwick, 17 May 2013Sydney premiership forward Barry Hall was left haunted for years by the flogging he copped at the hands of Darren Glass in the 2006 AFL grand final.
Tigers ready for fired-up Demons
By Melissa Woods, 17 May 2013Richmond coach Damien Hardwick believes the barrage of criticism that has hit hapless Melbourne can spur the Demons to a big performance in their AFL clash at the MCG on Sunday.
26 positive tests for illicit drugs in AFL
By John Salvado, 17 May 2013A sharp lift in the number of players testing positive to recreational drugs has prompted the AFL to revamp its illicit drugs policy.
AFL Round 8 preview panel
By AAP, 17 May 2013Preview of AFL Round 8 matches (all times AEST).
In most instances the opinions of the players are worthy of serious consideration. Tribunal testimonies are an obvious exception as are, strangely, issues concerning their own on-field safety.
Nathan Buckley was on a hiding to nothing when he agreed to the coaching succession plan dreamed up by Collingwood president Eddie McGuire back in 2009.
AFL to reject longer premiership season
By Steve Larkin, 16 May 2013AFL clubs will have their wish for a longer premiership season rejected as they debate a uniform start date for pre-season training.
So that was Monday night footy – the Sainters bouncing back to some sort of form by beating the Blues. Please, oh please, Mr or Mrs TV Programmer, can you campaign the AFL for more?
There was an odd build-up to Sunday’s Melbourne-Gold Coast clash. It seemed like one of those games where the interest levels rose out of sheer voyeurism.
Blues’ fight encourages Malthouse
By Sam Lienert, 15 May 2013Carlton coach Mick Malthouse says his players deserve applause for the fighting spirit they showed in their AFL loss to St Kilda.
We’ll be better this time: say Roos
By Robert Grant, 15 May 2013North Melbourne are confident they now have the right formula in place to match West Coast on Friday night in their bid to atone for last year’s embarrassing AFL finals loss.
Stats don’t show Brown’s impact: Voss
By Laine Clark, 15 May 2013Another quiet outing by Jonathan Brown has hardly sounded alarm bells for Brisbane AFL coach Michael Voss.
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Your sports opinion. Write your own articleMelbourne Demons seal their own demise
By Brent Ford, 14 May 2013
When the siren sounded at the MCG on Sunday, it wasn’t just a sad day for the Melbourne Football Club but also for the entire AFL community.
GWS Giants testing the patience of fans
By Nick Inatey, 14 May 2013
Another week, another loss. And this time it was a big one. Whoever said that GWS were not going to suffer the big losses of last year were wrong.
Tasmania should look to the Bears for AFL inspiration
By Damo, 14 May 2013
When the AFL opened the issue of expansion it was very clear who the front runners were for the next set of licenses.
Melbourne Demons just not playing for Neeld
By Jakus, 14 May 2013
Mark Neeld told the media that the Gold Coast ‘out-muscled’ Melbourne in Sunday’s game. This is a preposterous statement.
Carlton vs St Kilda: AFL live scores, blog
By Geoff Lemon, 13 May 2013
Monday night football makes a rare reappearance as the struggling St Kilda try to fight the slide, while a resurgent Carlton will be determined to give them a final shove. We’ll have live scores from 7.
Could Collingwood miss the AFL finals?
By Callam P, 13 May 2013
Nobody at Collingwood will be panicking yet but increasingly there are signs that the Pies will be an afterthought come September.
Melbourne Football Club is a disgrace
By Rodney Penny, 13 May 2013
I’ve said it time and time again over the past few years: Melbourne is in trouble. It’s sad that I’ve been saying it for so long.
Melbourne vs Gold Coast Suns: AFL live scores, blog
By Geoff Lemon, 12 May 2013
The low end of the ladder delivers an intriguing contest today, as the Gold Coast Suns search for their first win at the MCG, while Melbourne will be craving any kind of win. Join us from 4.40pm AEST for live scores and commentary.
GWS Giants vs Adelaide Crows: AFL live scores, blog
By TomC, 12 May 2013
Can the Greater Western Sydney Giants open their account in 2013 against the Adelaide Crows? We’ll have live scores and a blog from 1.10pm AEST.
Hawthorn vs Sydney Swans: AFL live scores, blog
By Richard Withers, 11 May 2013
Sydney Swans returns to the MCG for an enticing grand final rematch with Hawthorn. The stage is set for another fierce contest with both teams coming off strong wins last week. We’ll have live scores and commentary on the action from 7.40pm AEST.
Fremantle Dockers vs Collingwood: AFL live scores, blog
By Dinny Navaratnam, 11 May 2013
The Fremantle Dockers and Collingwood will face off at Patersons Stadium in a match that will help determine the top eight on Saturday night. Join our live blog with scores and commentary from 7.40pm AEST.
Western Bulldogs vs North Melbourne: AFL live scores
By The Roar, 11 May 2013North Melbourne will be looking for a win to keep in touch with the top eight when they meet Western Bulldogs at Etihad Stadium this afternoon. We’ll have live scores and commentary from 4.40pm AEST.
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kenny says: I am a true Bulldogs fan and I think what the Bulldogs have to do is simple change the game plain that's it get the running game back Maybe change coach or get someone to help McCartney out a mentor say like Leigh Mathews or Paul Roos end of the...
Floyd Calhoun says: Makes perfect sense. Essendon were beaten at home by a very poor team, and now face a team with an excellent recent record against them in recent times. What part of that don't you understand?...
TomC says: Um...okay.Your post made no sense.And use fewer exclamation points. They make you look unhinged....
Thom says: My favourite call at the footy: 'Good footy, Pies!!!!!!'All you need.......
Richard says: The "journalist" matt Thomas states on his twitter that 'he is just doing his job and asking the questions that he thinks supporters want to hear"!! Yeah right...what a plonker,...
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