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[ad_1] Are the Pies self-conscious of their own success? Collingwood has made the “unusual” decision to unfurl their premiership flag at 6:16pm AEDT on Friday night, well before their clash against Sydney which begins at 7:40pm. “I wonder if there’s just a little bit of awkwardness or self-consciousness about Collingwood,” questioned Gerard Whateley on AFL360. … Read more
[ad_1] After ticking off a four-game Opening Round slate, Round 1 is finally upon us as 10 clubs prepare to open their 2024 accounts this weekend. One of the talking points heading into this weekend is the ‘compromised’ nature of the fixture, with clubs such as the Western Bulldogs and North Melbourne facing Melbourne and … Read more
[ad_1] AFL greats Garry Lyon and Nathan Buckley have teed off on Collingwood’s lacklustre performance against GWS last Saturday night. The Magpies fell by 32 points in their Opening Round bout at ENGIE Stadium, but they trailed by as many as 52 points in the final quarter. The reigning premiers were unable to contain GWS’ … Read more
[ad_1] Giants skipper Toby Greene has worn many descriptions during a career remarkable for the brilliance of his football but also the angst he has caused himself and his club at different stages. But the 30-year-old, who led the Giants with such distinction in 2023 that he was named All Australian captain, has matured into … Read more
[ad_1] The AFL’s 18 captains have had their say on how they think this season will unfold, answering seven pertinent questions about the upcoming 2024 campaign. Unsurprisingly, the majority of the league’s skippers predicted reigning premier Collingwood would qualify for the finals, while the runner-up Brisbane Lions were next in line in the minds of … Read more
[ad_1] Opening Round is here, with the AFL returning this week. The eight clubs opening the season face several key selection conundrums and injury voids to fill otherwise. Get the latest selection and injury news ahead of Opening Round in AFL Team Tips! The only place to watch every game of AFL’s Opening Round is … Read more
[ad_1] Clayton Oliver won’t feature in Melbourne’s last tune-up for Round 1 – and will instead likely to play in the VFL game earlier – as the Demons and Carlton announced their squads for Wednesday night’s AAMI Community Series game. In addition to Oliver, Harrison Petty, Lachie Hunter and recruit Shane McAdam are also absent … Read more
[ad_1] Collingwood and Richmond will do battle at Ikon Park on Tuesday night in their final dress rehearsals before Opening Round. The Magpies are taking precautionary measures with a pair of premiership heroes who also sat out last Wednesday’s match simulation against North Melbourne. The Tigers, meanwhile, have shelved a premiership trio of their own … Read more
[ad_1] You’ve heard of ‘Bazball’ and ‘Angeball’. Now, say hello and welcome to ‘Northball’ – a speedy, direct gamestyle North Melbourne hopes will not only excite supporters, but lead to more wins. The Kangaroos on Wednesday unleashed a quick, high-handball approach during their match simulation against Collingwood that saw them generate exciting chains and, more … Read more
[ad_1] Premiers Collingwood get their defence underway with their first serious hitout of the 2024 season, as Alastair Clarkson’s North Melbourne attempt to begin their climb back to contention. The Magpies (18-5, 127% last year) will be without a substantial portion of their Grand Final side but have Josh Daicos back after an interrupted pre-season, … Read more