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Adam Cerra was the test case for careless umpire contact offences being heard before the Tribunal and the hearing might have raised more questions than answers, meanwhile Zac Bailey and Tristan Xerri had their bans upheld. With Greg Swann starting his role as the Executive General Manager of Football Performance on Monday, Roosy and Poppy had a commission meeting to try and get a head start on som...

Paul Roos believes that Harley Reid should be missing at least a week for an incident with Travis Boak on the weekend, and that he needs to start letting his football do the talking. The Bulldogs are sitting in ninth, is that where they deserve to be? And would we be more critical of North Melbourne if it wasn't Alastair Clarkson in the coaches box?

Roosy thinks Essendon should bring some more fun into the remainder of its season as the Bombers injury woes worsen. There are still questions over the Gold Coast for Roosy and did Lachie Neale use the umpire as a screen resulting in Adam Cerra being sent to the tribunal?

Western Bulldogs champion Bob Murphy joins Matt Clinch to work through an AFL round which has thrown up sensational games across the weekend.

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing the AFL matches in Round 18. Today's guest, GWS Coach Adam Kingsley ahead of the Giants clash with Geelong at the Sydney Showgrounds.

Brisbane continue to surge, out-classing Carlton in Melbourne. But it wasn't without drama and injury carnage, with the premiership contender caught up with a sad season-ender for defender Noah Answerth. Also on today's episode, Corbin Middlemas, Ben Cameron and Brett Deledio ponder whether tonight's game is the Suns' most important ever game. And the Dogs play the Crows - who needs the scalp more...

After a difficult few weeks, Carlton fans may not be looking forward to their match with the Lions but Paul Roos think’s is not all doom and gloom. Could the Suns spoil illness-riddled Collingwood's trip to the Gold Coast? And, with a number of high stakes games, Roosy struggles to pick his match and team of the round this week.

Off the back of Voss receiving messages that are now under investigation by the AFL, Roosy reminds us that no one cares more about a club than the players and coach. Carlton has plenty of fresh ink on contracts, surely re-signings is good for morale? There is nothing but praise for Emma Kearney who is stepping down as North Melbourne’s captain, when does a player know it’s the right time? Plus, wi...

The team go through the battle-worn players from Round 17, how will affect clubs both above and below the ladder divide? How does being thumped on the weekend shape the following week's training sessions? And does the AFL really need another tournament? Roosy isn’t keen on the Americanisation of the game.

With eight of the nine top teams winning this round who is at the biggest risk of being left behind come finals? What big changes does Michael Voss need to make to turn around Carlton? Is Tom De Koning’s contract dilemma affecting this on-field performance? Plus, how does Matt Rowell address his umpire bumps and ensures he remains on the field for Gold Coast? 

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Luke Ball and Adam Ramanauskas, reviewing and previewing the AFL matches in Round 17.

After a competitive first half the Bulldogs managed to prevail over North Melbourne who were celebrating their club's centenary. Libba won't be forgetting his 250th match any time soon. Is Michael Voss coaching for his career as the Blues face archrivals Collingwood tonight? Should Brisbane be concerned about their recent home game record? Plus, the team preview the remaining matches of Round 17. 

With a full complement of nine matches being played this weekend, all cross the great divide between ninth and tenth, Roosy and Poppy make cases for teams that can cause upsets. North Melbourne will be celebrating 100 years of their Shinboner spirit, can the Bulldogs rain on their parade in Libba’s 250th? Plus who’s Roosy’s team of the round to look out for?

Richmond's Tom Lynch has been handed a five-week suspension for his strike for Jordon Butts, what message is the AFL sending to its players with the longest ban of the season? The AFL is also cracking down on players’ careless contact with umpires, is this a bit harsh when very few of the offenses are deliberate? Plus, how are teams handling their injury list and how will it affect their finals pr...

Tom Lynch has a date with the tribunal tonight and with the AFL's focus on action, not outcome, we're set to see him sidelined for at least a month. The sun-seeking AFL are meeting on the Gold Coast, a wildcard round and academies are on the agenda. Plus, Robert Walls is being honoured with his name on a medal awarded to the best-on-ground between Brisbane and Carlton, a fitting tribute for man wh...

At the completion of the bye rounds a clear gap has emerged after ninth spot, how will this affect the remainder of the season? Tom Lynch has set himself a date with the tribunal after striking Adelaide defender Jordon Butts, how many weeks will he get? Andrew McQualter has plenty of positives to take away from the Eagles’ loss to the Pies. Plus, the team review the standout moments from the weeke...

Former Western Bulldogs' captain Bob Murphy is in the chair for Cameron Ling as he and Matt Clinch discuss the AFL news from the weekend.

AFL Saturday with Matt Clinch, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing the AFL matches in Round 16. Today's guest, North Melbourne Coach Alastair Clarkson ahead of the Kangaroos clash against the Hawks at York Park.

Carlton have been left with a lot of soul searching to do after their 50-point demolishing by Port Adelaide, is the scrutiny that Michael Voss will be facing valid or is the issue broader than just the head coach?  How can the Dockers respond to their thrashing by the Saints earlier this year when they meet again this weekend. Plus, why North are a sneaky chance as the team preview the stand-out m...

It's been both a very short and very long week for the Carlton Football Club and its fans. Can they bring 'maximum effort' tonight against Port Adelaide?  Both clubs have omitted four players, is it the change they need or too much pressure for debutant players? Would Port be enjoying Carlton being in the spotlight? And surely a draw would be the worst-case scenario for both clubs.

Waverley Park will remained footy focused after the AFL have purchased the ground from Hawthorn, Roosy takes us back to his playing days there. Can any teams below ninth on the ladder make Finals and for those who can’t, how can they make the most of what’s left of the season? Plus, if Port are truly out of finals contention, is now the time for Ken Hinkley to hand the reigns to Josh Carr?

We won’t be seeing Max King return to the field this season and Adam Treloar is out for at least six weeks, how can players still contribute to the team from the rehab group? Geelong's Max Holmes gets a warning for addressing umpires, how should players and teams deal with umpiring disagreements? Would Roosy release the audio from the coaching box after a Grand Final loss? Plus the Carlton Footbal...

After the Blues’ loss to North Melbourne, Michael Voss' job is once again under scrutiny. Would Carlton be better off under a different coach? Was the tag Marcus Windhager had on Nick Daicos fair game? Is there a way to adjust the father-son rule to help even out the competition? And the team review the standout moments of Round 15. 

AFL Sunday with Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling. Today's guest, Collingwood Premiership defender Jeremy Howe, following the Magpies 34 point win over the Saints at Docklands Saturday night.

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing the AFL matches in Round 15. Today's guest, Brisbane Coach Chris Fagan, following the Lions impressive 41 point win over Geelong at Kardinia Park.