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AFL 2025 grand final: where the Geelong v Brisbane decider will be won and lost

The Lions can draw on their kicking strength, while the Cats have the edge in midfield – but can the perennial contenders upset the reigning premiers?

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Roos overcome shock start to keep AFLW streak alive

Essendon remarkably kept North Melbourne scoreless in the opening quarter at Windy Hill, but the reigning AFLW premiers recovered to claim victory.

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Party animals, kick-to-kick and Zeus: AFL grand final parade adds splash of colour under grey skies

The absence of a Melbourne giant contesting Saturday’s flag decider was obvious but still fans of all colours came to get a glimpse of their heroes

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Lions would be 'mad' not to pick Neale in grand final

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan believes the Lions would have been "mad" not to pick Lachie Neale for the grand final after his speedy recovery from a calf injury.

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Timed to perfection: Patrick Dangerfield can cement legacy and power Cats to AFL grand final glory

Geelong’s success has made it easier to manage the veteran in his final years and they can now reap the rewards at an opportune moment

The Guardian - AU

Lions to play for injured 'heartbeat' in grand final

Brisbane stars Josh Dunkley and Will Ashcroft have hailed the courage of injured midfielder Jarrod Berry in ruling himself out of the AFL grand final.

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Taller, leaner, faster: the evolution of the ‘perfect’ AFL body

Geelong champion Patrick Dangerfield wowed the AFL world during last week’s preliminary final win against Hawthorn, pushing his 35-year-old body to the limit to propel his team into this year’s Grand Final.

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‘Cloudy but dry’: weather bureau predicts near-perfect conditions for AFL grand final

‘It should remain mostly dry for the entire match, from the first bounce … to full-time,’ Bureau of Meteorology says

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The 'larrikin' leading an era of Brisbane Lions success

He might give off "dad" vibes, but Brisbane Lions co-captain Harris Andrews leads with a perfect mix of humour and seriousness.

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Morning Mail: Albanese’s diplomatic triumph, the rise of Andrew Hastie, a rethink of human evolution

The prime minister heads to London after successful week in New York; is the WA Liberal a potential leader or just a disruptor?

The Guardian - AU

Trump tariff announcement wipes $1bn from CSL value – as it happened

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Feline good: Lions and Cats fans turn out to AFL parade

Diehard fans have turned out to show their support to their footy heroes ahead of the AFL grand final, with many confident their teams can get it done.

AAP

Livewire Lohmann finds roar as leader of Lions' cubs

Darcy Wilmot, who has played 82 consecutive games since debuting in the 2023 AFL finals series, is pumped that Kai Lohmann's got his strut back.

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I once thought the Lions might never win another AFL flag. To go back-to-back would be a dream

Brisbane fans like me saw Michael Voss and Jonathan Brown as heroes of a bygone era, but Chris Fagan may yet bring about a new golden age

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‘I Remember A Lot Of Screaming’: The Dark Reality Of AFL Grand Finals We Miss Every Year

The dark AFL Grand Final story we miss every year.

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From NYC to Hong Kong: AFL grand final goes global with watch parties around the world

While the growth of football outside Australia remains a work in progress, that won’t stop international fans getting together for one day in September

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Selwood steps away from AFL after heartbreaking year

Magpies assistant Scott Selwood says he will spend time travelling and exploring other opportunities in 2026 after losing two of his brothers this year.

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'Part of your DNA': Snoop taking grand final seriously

Snoop Dogg has strutted into the MCG for his official appearance ahead of a fascinating, somewhat controversial, AFL grand-final entertainment set.

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Lions star picked for grand final, Cats summon ruckman

The Brisbane Lions' Lachie Neale has won his race to overcome injury and play in the AFL grand final against a Geelong side to feature ruckman Rhys Stanley.

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Ex-AFL Boss Denies The League Is ‘Unsafe’ For Gay Players Amid Homophobia Reckoning

“I think that any player who feels it's necessary and important to reveal their sexuality will be embraced,” Andrew Demetriou said.

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Fitness guru quits Crows to join Italian soccer giants

World-renowned fitness guru Darren Burgess is departing AFL club Adelaide to join Italian soccer powerhouse Juventus.

The Guardian - AU

Geelong’s cheer squad was a haven for this Cats fan when she needed it the most

The AFL club and its social scene became a huge part of Robyn Cecil’s life, but grew even more important after her husband’s death

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Fagan's journey from gravel-ground gory to MCG glory

Chris Fagan has gone from a gravel ground in a small Tasmanian town to MCG glory and an unprecedented AFL coaching feat.

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Australia’s far-right risk, Bowen steps up Cop31 lobbying, shark bite-resistant wetsuits tested

US professor says Australia’s history makes it ripe for the rise of the extreme right

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Career revived, Cat still carries weight into decider

Jack Martin considered retirement when injuries took hold last year and still battles nagging doubts, despite reviving his career with Geelong this season.

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