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Collingwood in talks to keep Wright when sabbatical ends
One of the architects of the Magpies’ 2023 flag is due back in August but is keen to explore a different role.
- by Sam McClure
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Tassie haunts Fremantle once again; West Coast enter new era
It was another case of Tassie torment for Fremantle against Hawthorn while the Eagles’ new era begun yesterday as they ran out for the first time in 3,766 days without Adam Simpson calling the shots.
- by Paddy Sweeney
Who should coach the Eagles next? Liam Ryan voices his hope
The West Coast premiership forward opens up on his sadness at Adam Simpson’s departure, and his hope someone who’s done a lengthy apprenticeship will get the gig.
- by Justin Chadwick
Young Saint investigated for alleged homophobic slur
St Kilda first year player Lance Collard is being investigated over the Sandringham Zebras’ VFL match against Williamstown on Saturday.
- by Peter Ryan
Analysis
Analysis
Time running out for Magpies, Greene is good for football: Key takeouts from round 18
Collingwood’s chances of making finals now appear worse than slim, Sam Mitchell’s coaching ability has been on display this season and the Bulldogs’ roller-coaster continued with an impressive win over Carlton.
- by Peter Ryan
Simpson says goodbye as West Coast fans pay tribute
Premiership coach Adam Simpson has received a standing ovation from West Coast fans during an emotional farewell at Optus Stadium.
- by Justin Chadwick
Opinion
Opinion
The worries for Essendon heading to September
In Four Points this week: the loss to Melbourne highlighted areas of concern for the Bombers, who flattered to deceive against the Pies. Plus, Collingwood’s draft gamble looks like coming unstuck and Carlton must move to a one-ruck system.
- by Michael Gleeson
GWS stay snugly in the eight with first win over Richmond at the MCG
GWS have climbed to sixth spot on the ladder with their first win over Richmond at the MCG and their highest score kicked on the hallowed turf.
- by Marnie Vinall
No Gawn, no worries: Wet footy and hardened Demons expose Bombers
The chaotic chase for AFL finals spots continues as Hawthorn dare to dream after another win and the Demons took down the Bombers. Flag favourite Sydney demolished the Kangas and Carlton cling to second spot after back-to-back losses.
- by Roy Ward, Vince Rugari, Andrew Stafford, Steve Barrett and Danny Russell
Analysis
Analysis
Bombers exposed as unworthy of the top-two spot on offer
After the Western Bulldogs’ upset of Carlton earlier on Saturday, Essendon were looking at second on the ladder with a win at the MCG. They played the first 15 minutes like it would be a walk in the park.
- by Andrew Stafford
Mid-season hiccups, or worrying signs for finals-bound Carlton?
Carlton have conceded their vice-like grip on a top-four slot and suffered a worrying injury blow to creative forward Zac Williams just eight weeks out from the finals.
- by Danny Russell