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State league footy is back for 2026 with every VFL and VFLW game available live and free. Fans can watch matches on the AFL Live App and AFL.com.au. The VFL season features 21 rounds, ending with the Grand Final on September 19-20. Many broadcasters will also show the games.
Collingwood and Bobby Hill reached an agreement to end his contract today. The 2023 Norm Smith Medallist faced racist abuse on social media recently. "I'm going to take a break from football to keep working on myself and regain my passion for the game," Hill said about his sudden departure.
Collingwood and Geelong face off in a Round 21 AFL blockbuster tonight at the MCG. The Magpies currently hold a six-game winning streak, sitting just ahead of the Cats. A win for either team gets them inside the top six. Fans can watch the match live from 7:30pm AEST on Fox Footy.
Collingwood and Geelong started a new pre-game routine on Thursday night by running onto the field just minutes before the opening siren. Fans at the MCG enjoyed the change, which included loud music. David King said, “I think this is really exciting. Another new innovation!” as the teams got ready.
The Sydney Roosters embarrassed the North Queensland Cowboys in a massive 82-12 win. Michael Ennis said, “They have just sent a cold sweat through the competition.” The Roosters dominated the first half with record points and 70 per cent of the ball, leaving the Cowboys completely dismantled on the field.
The World No.1 Australian Diamonds play Northern Ireland on Friday morning to finish their Commonwealth Games pool matches. Coach Stacey Marinkovich wants her bench to get court time before the semi-final against Jamaica. Skipper Liz Watson said the side still had “lots to learn” as they eye the gold medal.
The AFL and Kayo Sports will host a Watch O'Long for the Australia vs Ireland NAB AFLW match this Saturday. Fans can watch the event from 4pm AEST on the AFL website and app. Collingwood captain Darcy Moore will lead the broadcast, which offers live reactions and fun behind-the-scenes insights.
Port Adelaide coach Josh Carr slammed the arrogance of Victorian clubs regarding Zak Butters’ future. Carr called Collingwood chief executive Craig Kelly’s public comments disrespectful to the competition and the player. Butters is off-contract at season’s end, but he said he will not decide his future until the season finishes.
The AFLW launched its eleventh season in Sydney on Friday night with a new focus. Boss Laura Kane started a campaign titled "Our Game. Our Rules." Emma Hayes said, "trying to make them the same destroys the experience." The league now shows that women’s sport has its own unique appeal.
Brian Devine of Saltburn Cricket Club faced global backlash after a video showed him clicking his fingers to mimic an edge during a match against Norton. The clip went viral, leading to his club suspension and league investigation. Many debated if his actions truly broke the official Laws of Cricket.
Tyson Stengle has played his last game for Geelong after both parties agreed to cut ties on Friday. The 2022 premiership player had three years left on his contract. Stengle said, "I am deeply grateful, and look forward to supporting the club as a fan." He played 93 games total.
Nick Daicos is now the top AFL player according to fans. A month after users voted Marcus Bontempelli as the best, Daicos took the lead with 46.73 per cent of the vote. Bontempelli fell to second place with 20.99 per cent. Many fans showed their support as the season heats up.