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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 inductees of the AFL Hall of Fame.

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 Sicily? Plus, the team look ahead to the big matches of round 13.

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 into their bye?

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 as well as their matches of the round.

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 North Melbourne as they head into the bye?

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?

Damien Hardwick has hit back at Ross Lyon's calling Gold Coast the AFL's 'nepo baby' so is the academy system fair for all AFL teams? Roosy says Carlton should focus on their defence and says all teams are just 'dumping' it into the square which is becoming problematic. Does the AFL need a mid-season trade? And the team unpack the key results of round 11.

AFL Sunday with Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling. Today's guest, Collingwood star Nick Daicos, after leading the Magpies to a 45 point victory over the Kangaroos at Docklands.

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Luke Ball and Adam Ramanauskas, reviewing and previewing the AFL matches in Round 11. Today's guest, Geelong Coach Chris Scott.

Scores were level in the final quarter but Geelong we able to keep the Dogs at bay in an exciting Thursday night clash. Who needs the win more between Brisbane and Hawthorn? Is Max Gawn still the best ruckman in the league? And the team preview the remainder of Sir Doug Nicholls Round including the Dreamtime game at the 'G.

How the Bulldogs treat former teammate Bailey Smith will speak volumes about his personality and what it takes for him to perform at his best (or worst). Who out of Carlton and GWS can snap their form slump to get their season back on track? And Richmond will be heading into their second five day turn around this season, what impact does this have on a team?

After 197 games for the Eagles, Jeremy McGovern's playing future is set to be determined by a concussion panel. With Bailey Smith set to face the Bulldogs tomorrow, Roosy explains what it's like to come up against your old club for the first time. How important is it for teams to study a winning blueprint against in-form clubs? And what more can the AFL do to offer opportunities to indigenous players?

There has been a lot of catch ups around town lately, Nathan Buckley with the Tasmania Devils, the AFL with senior coaches and Port Adelaide's coaches in crisis, or is just business as usual? What can coaches gain from time away from the game? And after a weekend that saw injuries aplenty, should teams just be allowed five on the bench?

After a beyond tragic weekend for the football world with the death of Adam Selwood, Roosy applauds McRae's handing of the news and his decision to protect the Collingwood team pre-match. How much does the Eagles' first win of the season mean to coach Andrew McQualter? Who were the biggest failures of round 10? And would the AFL benefit from an Indigenous advisory committee?

AFL Sunday with Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling. Today's guest, Buku Khamis from the Western Bulldogs, following their 91 point thumping of Essendon on a record breaking night for Bailey Dale, racking up 49 possessions.

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing the AFL matches in Round 10. Today's guest, Adelaide Coach Matthew Nicks ahead of the Crows clash with the Magpies at the MCG.

Gold Coast extended their streak in Darwin to 8-0 thanks in no small part to Matt Rowell and Noah Anderson, forcing Brett Deledio to admit he was wrong about Rowell. How might Freo and Melbourne facilitate a trade involving Luke Jackson and Kysaiah Pickett? Should the Eagles shelve Oscar Allen to try and increase his potential trade value? 

Hall of Famer Robert Walls has passed away after a two year battle with cancer, aged 74. Walls played 259 games across his career including three premierships before going on to coach, leading Carlton to the 1987 flag. He also led Fitzroy where he was the first coach of our very own Paul Roos. Roosy reflects on his former coach and friend with Patrick Stack from ABC Sport Daily. 

The AFL have issued a third statement addressing the umpiring saga that has arisen from the incident that saw Lachie Schultz concussed and play continue on-field. Paul Roos believes that someone hasn't done their job and it's embarrassed the AFL. Plus which milestone player does Roosy wish he could have coached?

Sir Doug Nicholls Round begins this weekend and Roosy and Poppy discuss how the AFL could go about getting more indigenous players into the competition, could a Northern Territory team be the answer? The rumours about Luke Jackson wanting to leave Fremantle and head back to the Demons have started up again, what impact does that have on a team whose season is in the balance? Roosy weighs in on whether an NBA style draft lottery could work in the AFL. 

Luke McDonald has avoided suspension for his incident with Jarrod Berry that left the Lion concussed, Paul Roos hopes this sends a message to the AFL. How should fans interpret the Gold Coast's Darwin form? After North Melbourne and the Lions drew on the weekend, Roosy has a novel ideal to find a winner. 

Round 9 was the closest in the AFL era with nail biting finishes almost everywhere, including the first draw of the season. The Giants pulled off another win in Geelong thanks to an impressive seven-goal haul from Jesse Hogan, Paul Roos breaks down his recent success. In Adelaide the Showdown made a strong case for why it deserves a standalone fixture, but Roosy disagrees with Connor Rozee being awarded the Showdown Medal. Speaking of rivalries, who was Roosy's fiercest rival from his Fitzroy playing days? 

AFL Sunday with Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling. Today's guest, Adelaide's James Peatling, following the Crows thrilling 5 point victory over the Power in The Showdown Saturday night.

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball. Today, it's Coaches Corner. The team is joined by Carlton Coach Michael Voss following the Blues 15 point win over the Saints, and Gold Coast Coach Damien Hardwick ahead of the Suns clash with the Western Bulldogs in Darwin.

An undermanned Collingwood went West and downed a Dockers side trying to fight its way back into form. So how did Craig McRae's side get the job done? Amid speculation surrounding his future, Carlton's Tom de Koning will take on a St Kilda side he's been strongly linked to, adding serious spice to Friday Night Footy. And there's plenty to look forward to across the weekend in Round 9, as Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by former Freo and North star Peter Bell to break it all down.

Collingwood have left four key players behind for their trip west against the Dockers, can Freo capitalise on this? South Australia will host their Showdown, at 28 wins each and emotions running high who will gain the upper hand? For how many teams is Round 9 a ‘must win'? And who would Roosy and Poppy like to see as captains of WA and Victorian State of Origin teams?

How can the AFL iron out consistency for disciplining players for incidents both on and off the field. Is player behaviour getting worse, why do they need to flip the bird? Do father-son rules need to be adapted to make the competition fairer? And why can't teams just announce their side at the toss?

After being subbed off and given a spray in the second quarter in Round 7, Hugo Garcia excelled and was nominated for the Rising Star in Round 8. Is this a reflection on Ross Lyon's coaching and what kind of mark coaches can leave on player? Roosy attributes the Swans' 2005 Premiership win to one of his former coaches. If Fremantle have enough talent in their team, why aren't they winning? And ruckman Max Gawn had 35 disposals on the weekend, Roosy reflects on his longevity and what it was like to coach him.

Is Patrick Dangerfield the player of the generation? Who is Roosy's most underrated player in the competition? The team with the game plan ‘as good as anyone' in the competition at the moment and the coach that would have walked away from the weekend wondering if he can coach.

Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield hoisted his side on his shoulders to spur the Cats to a come from behind win against Collingwood and he joins Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling on AFL Sunday.

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing the AFL matches in Round 8. Today's guest, Western Bulldogs Coach Luke Beveridge ahead of their clash with Port Adelaide in Ballarat.

In a week where Kane Cornes' feud with North Melbourne dominated the off-field agenda, it was the Kangaroos players who fell short on-field. We unpack Cornes' influence and what we've learned about the industry. Essendon's win came at a huge injury cost. NSW and Queensland derbies are incoming, who can cause an upset? Plus the team preview the remaining games of Round 8.

Is the Kangaroos' media ban on Kane Cornes a reasonable step? Roosy weighs in on that, along with the 'genuine' bad blood in Sydney and Ross Lyon's frustration with the VFL Tribunal which was labelled a 'broken system'. Plus, he's also ready to crown the Suns a Finals contender.

The tribunal have upheld Paul Curtis' three-week ban for his rundown tackle, is this too harsh? The Western Bulldogs and Jamarra Ugle-Hagan have come to an agreement allowing him to take leave from the club, Roosy discusses when players need to be treated as people not just footballers. Paul Guerra has been named as Melbourne Football Club's new CEO, what's the secret to a CEO's success? And money isn't everything when it comes to players re-signing to clubs.

Paul Curtis has a date with the tribunal today, did he do enough to protect Josh Sinn from concussion or will he be sidelined for the next three weeks? Luke Ball puts us in the boots of players on the receiving end of a Ross Lyon spray and what's it like to come up against your former club. Plus, the team pay tribute to ‘human highlight reel' Peter Bosustow.