Andrew McGarry

Fresh off a King's Birthday win over the Pies, Melbourne looks to crack the top four with an MCG clash with Essendon. Follow live.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway as South Korea comes from a goal down to beat Czechia 2-1 and Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in an opening game which features three red cards.

Carlton continues its resurgence under interim coach Josh Fraser with a five-point victory over Essendon, after Sydney completes a thrilling victory over St Kilda.

Port Adelaide hangs on for a thrilling win over West Coast after Logan Morris kicked seven in a Brisbane QClash win and Fremantle beat North Melbourne by 124 points to claim the biggest win in its history.

The Bulldogs dig deep to to notch a hard-fought four-point victory over a surging Collingwood at Docklands, after the Dockers go top of the ladder with a win over troubled premiers Brisbane.

Hawthorn expects a quick AFL adjustment after Nick Watson's goal at half-time was disallowed against St Kilda in the Hawks' win.

Neale Daniher showed leadership on and off the field throughout his life, from club captaincy to coaching and as Australian of the Year — but no more so when facing the challenge of an MND diagnosis.

A huge collision sees Darcy Moore concussed as Geelong takes control against Collingwood at the MCG as Gold Coast downs St Kilda in Darwin with star defender Cal Wilkie injured.

Carlton coach Michael Voss is frustrated after a close loss to Brisbane, but denies he is coaching for his job, while the Western Bulldogs hold off Port Adelaide despite being held to one goal in the second half.

Two decades ago, two teams met at York Park in Launceston. The siren sounded but the match continued and the dreaded word "gate" was added to another footy scandal.  

The AFL appeals board has quashed Zak Butters's conviction for abusive language against umpire Nick Foot, saying a Tribunal member listening in while driving his car for part of the original hearing constitutes a miscarriage of justice.

The Bulldogs are trounced by 75 points and lose Sam Darcy to a knee injury as Sydney retains its supremacy against GWS.

Zak Butters defends himself after the Power star was reported for using inappropriate language towards an umpire.

Hawthorn delivers a brilliant Gather Round performance to end the Bulldogs unbeaten run, after the Swans beat the Suns at Norwood Oval.

The Adelaide Crows send the fans home happy after ending its losing streak by beating Carlton at a packed Adelaide Oval to start Gather Round. Follow live.

The Western Bulldogs hold off an Essendon fight back to triumph by 34 points, but will sweat on the fitness of Artie Jones and Tim English, who both limped off at Docklands.

Eagles coach Andrew McQualter leaps to Harley Reid's defence after his discipline came into question during the 128-point thrashing dished out by the Swans.

The Demons complete an amazing comeback and pile pressure on Carlton coach Michael Voss, while West Coast celebrates an inspirational victory on the road against Port Adelaide.

North Melbourne survives a nervy finish to break a decade-long drought against Essendon as star ruckman Tristan Xerri rubs blood on Andrew McGrath's face in a heated exchange.

Hawthorn finishes over the top of an understrength Sydney side to knock off the ladder-leaders at the MCG, thanks to a four-goal haul from Jack Gunston.

St Kilda's star recruits aren't enough to overcome Collingwood in a thriller at the MCG to cap off Opening Round.

The Brisbane Lions are refusing to panic after their premiership defence began on a losing note to the Western Bulldogs at the Gabba.

Geelong is outclassed by Gold Coast at Carrara, but Cats coach Chris Scott is remaining calm following his side's 56-point defeat.

Hayley Raso cops an unfortunate double hit as Mary Fowler and Amy Sayer sparkle from the start on the Gold Coast. Here are the quick hits from the Matildas vs Iran at the Women's Asian Cup.

The Matildas beat Iran at Robina to qualify for the knockout stages of the Women's Asian Cup — but four goals are not enough to take them top of their group.