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Luke Jackson and Caleb Serong asserted their dominance to ensure Fremantle remain in the top eight, but are Essendon on the right track? There is increasing talk of the return of the AFL State of Origin, are the players on board? Are the Saints starting to feel the pressure? Plus the team answer all the big questions about this weekend's matches.

Paul Roos thinks Freo is pretty lucky to have two-time Brownlow medallist Nat Fyfe on the bench and to be able to rest ruckman Sean Darcy, so how will the Bombers rate their chances? Both GWS and Gold Coast need to prove themselves this weekend in the Expansion Cup. Will Perth Stadium’s surface be able to handle its fourth game in a week plus heavy rain fall to be able to remain safe? Patrick Dang...

Andrew Dillon has decided to get some of the AFL’s top brass around a table, what do Poppy and Roosy want to see at the top of their in-tray to sort out?  How will Carlton readjust without Harry McKay and Sam Walsh? And all hope isn’t lost for Bombers supporters as they continue to field debutants this season.

Tom De Koning’s meeting with Carlton's top brass is in the paper today, what are the ramifications of leaky clubs? Meanwhile brother Sam De Koning is expected to make a swift recovery from shoulder surgery, is only four weeks out too optimistic?  What role does a club's facilities play in the broader picture? And will we see more tackles from Brisbane this weekend? 

What's the secret to Geelong's consistent success as they continue to climb the ladder? Is a mid-match TV interview the right time for a coach to call his team 'pathetic?’ Is Port Adelaide's season still alive? Plus, the team discuss the stand-out moments of Round 14.

GWS coach Adam Kingsley joins Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling after the Giants' win against the reigning premiers.

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing the AFL matches in Round 14.

The Western Bulldogs’ comprehensive win over St Kilda sends them into the top eight, meanwhile the Saints are left wondering how they can redeem their season in front of a dwindling crowd. What is responsible for Brisbane’s final quarter fade outs? Is everyone happy about the Grand Final remaining at 2:30pm? Plus, the team preview the remaining games of Round 14.

Sam Darcy’s remarkable recovery sees him return to the field, what can he bring to tonight's clash against the Saints? Kysaiah Pickett has signed a huge $12m contract extending his time with Melbourne to 2034. Winning form is good form so who’s is better, the Hawks or the Crows? And it’s do-or-die between Melbourne and Port.

Luke Beveridge is set to remain out in Footscray until the end of 2027, so what makes a coach either sign on or walk away? Melbourne have reportedly tabled a huge offer for Kysaiah Pickett, is he worth it? Soft Cap Limit changes have been introduced to ensure assistant coaches are retained at clubs, should there be a limit on resources that actively develop talent? Plus, the team celebrate the ind...

The Pies held off the Demons in a one-point thriller, but should have May and Gawn kept their interaction behind closed doors? What needs to be improved to ensure players are receiving their HIA test promptly? What would Roosy say to Richmond and Gold Coast as they head off for their bye weekend? And he reminisces on his time being inducted into the Hall of Fame ahead of tonight’s ceremony.

This round is on track to be the lowest scoring on average since 1996, what does Roosy suggest is causing such a lack of goals? What's to be gained from Andrew Dillon meeting with Bailey Smith? And Tom Stewart's bump on Noah Anderson has been cleared, does this action just need to be ruled out of the game?

The strength of Geelong again proved too strong for Gold Coast at Kardinia Park and Cats veteran Mitch Duncan joins Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling to work through it all. Ken Hinkley's fight continues to be on show and Dion Prestia's goal is rightly worth applauding after a tough day at the MCG for Richmond.

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing the AFL matches in Round 13. Today's guest, Richmond Coach Adem Yze, ahead of the Tigers big match with the Swans.

An explosive first quarter from Hawthorn ensured the Bulldogs never hit the front, but was Jack Ginnivan’s taunting within the spirit of the game? Will the Tasmania Devils need to return to the drawing board? How concerned should the Gold Coast Suns be? Plus, the team preview this weekend’s games.

The Devils’ liar, and therefore Tasmania's AFL licence is in jeopardy as the Tasmanian Government debate the future of their premier, this can’t be a good look for anybody involved. Can the Adelaide Crows back up last week’s dominate performance when they face the reigning premiers in the wet? Can the Hawks turn around their form against the Bulldogs tonight, especially when they are missing Sicil...

James Sicily will be sitting out the next two rounds after weeks of speculation that he has been nursing an injury, why the mixed messages? Would former club CEOs have the clubs' or the AFL's best interests at heart when working for the league? Plus, how much will Melbourne be training their goal kicking after their inability to find the big sticks last round and will it help?

Lions’ boss, Greg Swann will join the AFL executive team, what can he bring to the role to help iron out some of their persistent problems? Roosy reflects on his weekend, both watching the Swans on field and celebrating 20 years of coaching the premiership side. If injured Callan Ward can’t return to the field, where would his skills be best suited? Plus, what would Roosy say to the Dockers going...

What did injured veteran Callan Ward say to GWS at three-quarter time to inspire such a comeback win against Richmond? Should a CEO apologise for post-match comment by players? Is this the best we've seen of Shai Bolton? And the team discuss how round 12 has shaped a new top eight this week.

AFL Sunday with Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling, analysing what's making news so far in Round 12 of the AFL season.

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing the AFL matches in Round 12. Today's guest, Hawthorn Coach Sam Mitchell, after the Hawks slumped to their third straight loss, going down to the Magpies by 51 points at the MCG.

Changes are afoot in AFL house, Laura Kane’s role has been sub-divided and a new role created, what does this mid-season audit say about the current situation? Brisbane were able to hold off Essendon at the Gabba. How concerned should we be about the Hollywood Hawks? Can Nat Fyfe still make a meaningful contribution to Fremantle? Plus, the team preview the remaining games of round 12.

The Swans are rolling out the red (and white) carpet this week to mark the 20 year anniversary of their premiership win, Paul Roos reminisces about that day and lets us in on the meaning behind his iconic speech moment.  How quickly will we see some of last night’s draftees on the field and will they fit into the AFL environment? And the team preview tonight’s clash between Brisbane and Essendon a...

Alex Pearce has successfully overturned his three-week suspension, but it has left the AFL world confused, especially when comparing the decision to earlier 2025 tribunal outcomes. The mid-season rookie draftee list will be eagerly awaiting their footy fate ahead of the mid-season draft today, who could we see on the park as early as this weekend? And what advice would Roosy give to Carlton and No...

Fremantle captain Alex Pearce will find out tonight if his three-week suspension will be upheld after his collision with Darcy Bryne-Jones that left him concussed. Geelong will need to clarify third-party player payment concerns to avoid speculation. What benefit does Collingwood see rotating their captaincy while Darcy Moore is out? And how can players most benefit from the bye?