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Finlayson says gay slur ban comments are misconstrued

After being banned for a homophobic slur against an opponent, Port Adelaide's Jeremy Finlayson says his comments venting frustration were aimed at himself.

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Winless Hawks could use 'wake-up call': Dunstall

Hawthorn face a torrid week on the training track ahead of a clash with North Melbourne that features the AFL's two remaining winless teams.

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AFL chair backs 'strong stance' on Finlayson, Clarkson

The AFL sent a "very strong signal" in its response to homophobic comments made by Jeremy Finlayson and Alastair Clarkson, the league's chairman insists.

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Cats keen to celebrate Stanley milestone against Roos

Geelong will celebrate Rhys Stanley's 200th AFL game against North Melbourne, and attempt to extend their perfect record to a fifth game.

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Clarkson throws support behind Kangaroos president

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has thrown his support behind club president Sonja Hood and insists the Kangaroos' on-field struggles lie with him.

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Clarkson not surprised by interest in Tarryn Thomas

Geelong coach Chris Scott is open-minded on potentially recruiting sacked Kangaroo Tarryn Thomas - and North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson isn't surprised.

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AFL mulls punishment for Finlayson's homophobic slur

As the AFL ponders its punishment for Jeremy Finlayson over a homophobic slur, a previous sanction for Alastair Clarkson is unlikely to be used as a reference.

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Finlayson apologises for homophobic slur in AFL game

Port Adelaide forward Jeremy Finlayson is under AFL investigation and has apologised for making a homophobic comment to an Essendon player.

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Finlayson facing AFL action for homophobic slur

Port Adelaide forward Jeremy Finlayson has apologised and the AFL is investigating after he abused an Essendon opponent with a homophobic slur.

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Fagan, Lions can show us the path forward: Clarkson

After watching his side belted by the Brisbane Lions, North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson will keep the faith as he eyes the bigger picture.

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Kangaroos ready to do the hard stuff against Lions

North Melbourne hope to cause Brisbane some more headaches but will have to show they can match the Lions at the contest.

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Warring parties go face to face in Hawthorn racism row

The Human Rights Commission will host two days of talks as the opposing sides in the Hawthorn racism saga go face-to-face in Melbourne.

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North coach Clarkson wants AFL review system expanded

A controversial decision late in North Melbourne's defeat to Fremantle has sparked Alastair Clarkson's call for greater use of AFL video review technology.

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Clarkson wants Roos' youngsters to step up in Freo test

North Melbourne young guns George Wardlaw and Colby McKercher face big midfield challenges when the Kangaroos host Fremantle at Marvel Stadium.

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Opening Round balances out MCG grand final: Longmire

John Longmire says having Opening Round in Brisbane and Sydney could compensate for the grand final always being played in Melbourne.

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North coach Clarkson declines to elaborate on outburst

Alastair Clarkson says he wants to "focus on footy" rather than discussing his fine and suspended ban for an explosive pre-season tirade.

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Clarkson challenges Zurhaar to step up for North

Alastair Clarkson believes Cam Zurhaar can become a "special player" but the North Melbourne coach says the forward is yet to put together a full AFL season.

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Clarkson fined, given suspended ban over outburst

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has been fined $20,000 and given a two-match suspended ban by the AFL for his outburst towards two St Kilda players.

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Clarkson awaits sanction over 'inappropriate' comment

The AFL is set to rule on a possible sanction for North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson over his expletive-laden exchange with two St Kilda players.

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Clarkson under AFL scrutiny for 'inappropriate' comment

Alastair Clarkson has been issued a "please explain" by the AFL for an outburst towards two St Kilda players that allegedly included a homophobic slur.

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St Kilda's Webster cops landmark seven-game AFL ban

St Kilda defender Jimmy Webster has been hit with the longest AFL suspension since 2018 after receiving a seven-game ban for his high bump on Jy Simpkin.

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Thomas won't be thrown to wolves, Simpkin vows

North Melbourne co-captain Jy Simpkin hopes Tarryn Thomas can fix his off-field life and play again in the AFL.

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Kangaroos' young talent wows co-captain Simpkin

North Melbourne's bevy of talented teenagers are already wowing established Kangaroos players despite being drafted only last week.

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Struggling North keep rebuild going at AFL draft

North Melbourne have picked two young guns in the first four of the AFL draft, and five overall in the first round, in what they hope will boost their rebuild.

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Clarkson joins in Hawks' 2013 premiership reunion

Four-time Hawthorn premiership player Jordan Lewis has confirmed coach Alastair Clarkson was part of this week's reunion for the team that won the 2013 flag.

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