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Essendon Bombers

Housemates to the ‘G? Essendon pair eyeing early season debuts

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FINAL TEAMS: Sydney vs Carlton – Round 0, 2026

TEAM NEWS: Sydney and Carlton have finalised their lineups for the match at SCG. Who are you tipping to win?

March 5, 2026

AFL News

Quartet of SSP snubs find VFL homes

Three former AFL players will play in the state league in 2026.

March 5, 2026

AFL News

Will lightning strike Opening Round twice?

The northern states are expecting some harsh weather this weekend.

March 5, 2026

Western Bulldogs

“Flinch too often”: Beveridge implores AFL patience with new ruck rules

The Bulldogs coach said he has no issue with ruckmen jumping, but stated one “headache” he’s faced.

March 5, 2026

Justin Longmuir

“He’s got to change his ways”: Eade turns heat on Longmuir

Fremantle coach under fire for pulling the handbrake.

March 5, 2026

Hawthorn Hawks

Barrass a test, Hawthorn youngster a step behind ahead of Opening Round

Hawks coach Sam Mitchell spoke to media on Thursday.

March 5, 2026

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Hawthorn rookie to continue playing local footy

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AFL introduces new ARC concussion process to avoid McKay, Cameron blunders

Hawthorn Hawks

Adelaide bound? Hawthorn’s Mitchell on Roughead’s potential departure

AFL News

Non-Victorian premiers and four tied for the Brownlow as Collingwood tipped to fall: 2026 AFL predictions

The Hitout

The nations that could contend for gold if Aussie Rules was in the Olympics: The Hitout AFL Podcast

Your club's big question in the first month of 2026

Adelaide bound? Hawthorn's Mitchell on Roughead's potential departure

FULL TIME: Sydney vs Carlton - Round 0, 2026

Round 0 Team Line-Ups

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New king of the SCG? Capper’s take on Curnow

"He's a longer kick than me, but not as straight and can't take the spectacular marks."

Howard Kotton - March 4, 2026

“I like the idea”: AFL premiership coach agrees with major pre-season rejig

Aidan Cellini - March 2, 2026

“Like getting stabbed”: Former AFL star’s warning following father-son health struggle

Aidan Cellini - February 28, 2026

“Beat you in a lot of ways”: Pearce confidence in Dockers’ forward line

Jonty Ralphsmith - February 28, 2026

“Stay positive”: How hard yards have steeled new Roos skipper

Jonty Ralphsmith - February 27, 2026

2026 AFL Ladder

		P	W	L	PTS	%
1	SYD	1	1	0	4	191.3
2	CARL	1	0	1	0	52.3
3	ESS	0	0	0	0	0
4	WB	0	0	0	0	0
5	GEEL	0	0	0	0	0
6	ADEL	0	0	0	0	0
7	MELB	0	0	0	0	0
8	FRE	0	0	0	0	0
9	WCE	0	0	0	0	0
10	GWS	0	0	0	0	0

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The AFL’s best and worst season openers

Some clubs burst out of the blocks and while others stutter.

Marcus Beeck - March 5, 2026

AFL Editorial and Opinion

Your club’s big question in the first month of 2026

What will capture attention from your club early in the year?

Jonty Ralphsmith - March 4, 2026

AFL News

The RIVAL trade target your AFL team should be scouting throughout 2026

We name the player your club should have an eye on this year👇

Brodie Dunn - March 2, 2026

AFL Editorial and Opinion

The AFL’s top 10 practice match disasters

Did we miss any?

Aidan Cellini - February 28, 2026

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 13: The Traders AFL Record Shoot at AFL House on January 13, 2026 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos)

AFL Fantasy returns bigger and better than ever

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 16: Angus Clarke of the Bombers in action during the Essendon Bombers AFL training session at The Hangar on January 16, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Essendon youngster grounded by injury

Commentary legend passes away

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 16: Lachie Jaques in action during the Western Bulldogs training session at Whitten Oval on January 16, 2026 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Sydney, Western Bulldogs announce new faces, Gold Coast to unveil top...

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 23: AFL Club captains and representatives Toby Nankervis of the Tigers, Nick Larkey of the Kangaroos, Max Gawn of the Demons, Alex Pearce of the Dockers, Darcy Moore of the Magpies, Patrick Cripps of the Blues (Middle row L-R) Rueben Ginbey of the Eagles, Marcus Bontempelli of the Bulldogs, Harris Andrews of the Lions, Patrick Dangerfield of the Cats, Jordan Dawson of the Crows, Callum Wilkie of the Saints (Front row L-R) Toby Greene of the Giants, Callum Mills of the Swans, Jai Newcombe of the Hawks, Noah Anderson of the Suns, Andrew McGrath of the Bombers and Connor Rozee of the Power pose for a photograph during 2026 AFL Captain's Day at Marvel Stadium on February 23, 2026 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

From Brownlow to Grand Final: AFL captains reveal bold 2026 calls

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 10: Patrick Dangerfield of the Cats celebrates a goal during the 2025 AFL Round 05 match between the Adelaide Crows and the Geelong Cats at Adelaide Oval on April 10, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Another star Cat in doubt for Opening Round

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 04: Collingwood fans
celebrates a goal during the AFL Qualifying Final match between Adelaide Crows and Collingwood Magpies at Adelaide Oval on September 04, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Yes, you can now get paid to go to the footy

Cross answers Dees Mayday call: The story behind an incredible rise

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 12: Jai Newcombe of the Hawks celebrates a goal during the AFL First Semi Final match between the Adelaide Crows and the Hawthorn Hawks at Adelaide Oval on September 12, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFL Tribunal: Hawthorn skipper learns fate for dangerous tackle

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