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Australian football legend Neale Daniher, who turned his devastating MND diagnosis into a national movement that raised tens of millions for research, will be honored with a state funeral. His 13-year battle inspired an entire country to join the fight against "the beast." ##
Scott Pendlebury made AFL history, breaking the games record with his 403rd appearance as Collingwood defeated West Coast by 10 points. The milestone moment caps an extraordinary career spanning decades of dedication to Australian football.
Australia's women's football league is getting prime placement alongside the men's grand final weekend, with six matches scheduled during the nation's biggest sporting event. The 2026 season kicks off with historic double-header games that put women's and men's teams on equal billing.
After 19 seasons, Collingwood's Scott Pendlebury has claimed Australian football's most prestigious endurance record. The midfielder's 433rd game cements his place as one of the sport's hardest-working and most dedicated players in history. ##
A 17-year-old from Sydney just earned Italy's top youth football honor after a breakout season with Roma's academy. Antonio Arena's first professional touch resulted in a goal that broke the internet.
The Dennington Bulldogs lost their first three matches by an average of 266 points, but the small Australian town is rallying to save its beloved community club. Despite losing three-quarters of their players in the off-season, the team keeps showing up.
Lance "Buddy" Franklin brought his 1,000-goal legacy back to Dowerin, a town of 400 people, for one final game with his childhood club. The 39-year-old's return drew massive crowds and aims to raise $300,000 for new stadium lights.
Leigh Ryswyk just became the first AFL player to publicly come out as gay, and the outpouring of love has left him speechless. His story is already helping create a more inclusive future for athletes everywhere.
Leigh Ryswyk has become the first openly gay AFL player in the league's history, sharing his truth after being out privately for five years. His announcement on a Melbourne radio station marks a milestone moment for representation in Australian football.
The legendary AFL commentator who turned football moments into poetry with phrases like "centimetre perfect" has died, leaving behind 50 years of joy for millions of fans. His gift wasn't just calling games—it was making every backyard footballer feel like their dreams had a soundtrack.
Sua Fa'alogo becomes Melbourne Storm's first locally-raised player to claim the starting fullback position, marking a milestone for Victorian rugby league. The 22-year-old from Broadmeadows represents the success of grassroots development in Australian football's heartland.
Sam Kerr headed home the winning goal as Australia launched their home Asian Cup campaign with a 1-0 victory over the Philippines in Perth. The win marks a promising start for the Matildas in front of passionate home fans still riding the wave of their 2023 World Cup magic.
After being blocked from joining a league for over a year, a group of Victorian women's football players can finally take the field in 2026. The team will compete as the Wedge-Tailed Eagles Football Club, ending a saga that reached the state's premier.
After a 26-year hiatus, AFL State of Origin roared back to life with 58,141 fans packing Perth Stadium to watch Victoria defeat Western Australia. Both coaches are now calling for the game to become an annual tradition after witnessing the overwhelming success.
A women's football team blocked from joining two leagues just found a powerful ally in Victoria's premier. The Kyneton Wedge-Tailed Eagles are still fighting for their right to play this season.
After years of heated debate, Tasmania's parliament has greenlit a $1.1 billion stadium that will bring the state its first elite professional football team. The Tasmania Devils will join the Australian Football League in 2028, marking a historic first for the island state.