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Injury crisisCommentsPremiumKennedy to miss again but Gaff says he wants to play

West Coast legend Josh Kennedy will miss the trip to play GWS with a knee injury he says has plagued him all year, while Andrew Gaff has opened the door for a potential return.

Jackson Barrett

AFLPremiumPlaying with Rowell good fun for Suns gun

Gold Coast midfielder Noah Anderson is revelling in an extended run of games alongside good friend Matt Rowell as the Suns threaten the AFL's top eight.

Ed Jackson

Umpire scandal PremiumAFL slammed for ‘disgusting’ Glouftsis treatment

Eleni Glouftsis has been forced carried the weight of expectations for female umpires, and a key figure has claimed she was nothing more than a KPI for the league.

Sam Landsberger

AFLNew long-term AFL deal for Hawk Sicily

Key defender James Sicily has signed a new long-term contract at Hawthorn through until the end of the 2027 campaign.

Staff Writers

AFLDew confident on new Suns coaching deal

Out of contract at the end of the AFL season, Stuart Dew believes he will earn a new deal to stay in charge at Gold Coast into 2023 and beyond.

Shayne Hope

AFLPremiumBombers' slump can galvanise team: Heppell

Dyson Heppell remains optimistic about Essendon's AFL prospects despite the fierce criticism that has accompanied their slide to 16th on the ladder.

Shayne Hope

Petrevski-Seton’s pledge CommentsPremiumFrom one rebuild to another: No regrets from new recruit

Despite jumping from one rebuilding club to another, West Coast recruit Sam Petrevski-Seton has no regrets about joining the Eagles during the 2021 trade period.

Eliza Reilly

Reinforcements unlikelyCommentsPremiumEagles injury crisis to only get worse: Adam Simpson

Adam Simpson has dashed any hopes of West Coast getting a wave of reinforcements for their clash against Greater Western Sydney this weekend.

Aaron Kirby

AFLHeppell fires back at Essendon's critics

Essendon captain Dyson Heppell says the Bombers will reinforce the need to support their teammates after Dylan Shiel was mocked by Sydney's Luke Parker.

Shayne Hope

Test of mettleComments‘We’re maturing:’ Timely turnaround on Fremantle’s agenda

Fremantle are embracing the chance to test their maturity and bounce back from only their second loss of the season against Collingwood on Sunday.

Eliza Reilly

Another blowCommentsPremiumFlyin’ Ryan grounded: Eagle banned for Bowey bump

Star West Coast forward Liam Ryan has copped a whack from the Match Review Officer after his bump on Melbourne’s Jake Bowey.

Samantha Rogers

A Six-Pack Of IPACommentsPremiumEagles join Fitzroy and expansion clubs after horror handful

In A Six-Pack Of IPA (Interesting Points, Allegedly), we look at West Coast climbing onto the ‘Mount Rushmore’ of least competitive five-game stretches by any club in the AFL era, and more.

Chris Robinson

AFLSenior Kangaroos must step up: Jy Simpkin

As North Melbourne wallow in the AFL's doldrums, vice-captain Jy Simpkin says it is on the club's senior players to lift ahead of facing premiers Melbourne.

Anna Harrington

AFLPremiumHill can’t wait for Sir Doug Nicholls Round

Greater Western Sydney Giants forward Bobby Hill is proud to be wearing his club’s Indigenous guernsey in Sir Doug Nicholls Round.

Jasper Bruce

AFLPremiumWalker racism rift took time to heal: Crow

Adelaide's Indigenous utility Wayne Milera says he took some time to again be comfortable around Taylor Walker after his racism suspension.

Steve Larkin

AFLPremiumAFLW start date to be known within days

The starting date of the next AFLW season will be known within days, AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan says.

Steve Larkin

AFLPremiumBlues won't pick coach's son at AFL draft

Casey Voss put his hand up as a possible AFL mid-season draft selection with a starring role for South Australia in a second-tier state game.

Shayne Hope

Time to shineCommentsPremiumMaurice Jr ready to continue Rioli Dreamtime love affair

Maurice Rioli Jr hopes to become the latest member of his family to shine on the Dreamtime at the 'G stage, in front of what's set to be a blockbuster crowd.

Anna Harrington

AFLTwilight grand final possible: AFL chief

The AFL's chief executive Gillon McLachlan is ruling out a night grand final but says a twilight start for this year's premiership decider is on the table.

Steve Larkin

AFLBlues' Williams to miss 10 weeks in AFL

A high-grade calf injury will sideline Zac Williams for at least the next 10 weeks as Carlton continue their march towards an AFL finals appearance.

Shayne Hope

Jumper punchCommentsPremiumEagles recycle Indigenous jumper design

After being the only club not to wear an AFLW Pride Round jumper, West Coast have again failed to produce a new Indigenous jumper design for the AFL’s upcoming Sir Doug Nicholls Round.

Eliza Reilly

AFLSwans brace for AFL litmus test

Sydney bounced back to form with a 58-point win over Essendon but face a much tougher test in Friday night's match against Carlton.

Justin Chadwick

AFLPremiumBlockbuster crowd tipped for Dreamtime return

Essendon and Richmond will play their Dreamtime at the ‘G match at the MCG on Saturday night for the first time since 2020.

Marc McGowan

Other SportsPremiumIndigenous Sporting Firsts: Freeman makes history

To celebrate Indigenous Sport Month, News Corp is looking at 50 sporting firsts achieved by athletes through history. From Cathy Freeman to Buddy Franklin and everyone in between.

News Corp Australia