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'Nigh on impossible' for Merrett to stay: Bombers great

Zach Merrett's tenure at Essendon is untenable as he tries to join Hawthorn, Bombers legend Tim Watson says.

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Wardlaw shines in Saints' AFLW thrashing of Bombers

Jesse Wardlaw marked her 75th AFLW match in fine style with three goals as St Kilda put Essendon to the sword in a one-sided affair at Windy Hill.

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Hawks coach has no regrets over meeting Bombers captain

Coach Sam Mitchell says he'll continue to use any method he wants to improve Hawthorn after controversy about his meeting with Essendon captain Zach Merrett.

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Bombers lay down law over want-away stars

Essendon president Dave Barham is adamant the Bombers won't be trading away two of their biggest stars.

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The 'complex' captaincy call that Bombers must make

One Essendon great can't see Zach Merrett continuing as captain after his meeting with Hawthorn, while the Bombers concede they face a difficult situation.

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'We won't trade Zach Merrett': Bombers stand firm

Essendon coach Brad Scott says he won't be stripping Zach Merrett of the captaincy despite the star midfielder exploring a move away from the club.

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Star ruckman cites injury woes for quitting Essendon

Ruckman Sam Draper has officially walked out on Essendon, with the 26-year-old tipped to join Brisbane next season.

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Prespakis stars over Bombers as Cats end losing streak

Geelong have broken through for their first AFLW win of the season, with Georgie Prespakis starring in a win over Essendon and sister Maddy.

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Beleaguered Bombers make big call amid off-field drama

After a season ravaged by injuries, Essendon have finally appointed a new fitness boss in a bid to help keep several disgruntled stars at the club.

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How even ping-pong brings out the beast in Freo forward

Patrick Voss was delisted by Essendon in 2023 without even playing an AFL game, but he has become a cult hero, a menace, and a proven match-winner at Fremantle.

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Essendon stay undefeated in AFLW, Tigers rue inaccuracy

Undefeated Essendon have overcome the loss of suspended star Bonnie Toogood to bank a crucial 15-point win over Richmond in Darwin.

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‘It breaks the ice’: Suns AFL milestone finally drags Gold Coast out of sporting graveyard

After the Suns made it to finals for the first time, there is a belief locally that the Queensland city can move on and make its sporting mark

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Wounded Bombers brace after 'unprecedented' season

Essendon coach Brad Scott has flagged bulk list changes after the Bombers' season ended with more injuries and a historic Gold Coast loss.

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Suns thrash Bombers to lock in historic finals berth

Gold Coast have notched their biggest-ever AFL win, thumping Essendon to secure the club's first finals campaign since their 2011 admission.

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Gold Coast’s single-game shootout is a final chance to not slip up – and grow up

The Suns have had their fate in their own hands for weeks but there is no room for further error in this week’s win-or-bust game against Essendon

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Bombers AFLW star banned over dangerous tackle

Essendon face the prospect of being without one of their best players through suspension for games against Richmond and Geelong.

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Bomber's late heroics snatch win over Eagles

Sophie Alexander has kicked the winning goal at the death to deliver Essendon a thrilling five-point win over West Coast for a 2-0 start to the AFLW season.

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Carlton hold off old rivals to end tough year in style

Carlton have recorded back-to-back wins to finish off a difficult 2025, accounting for rivals Essendon by 34 points at the MCG.

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Essendon's 'best case' for keeping free agent ruck

Sam Draper has been presented with a case that Essendon remains his best option, but Bombers coach Brad Scott won't pressure the ruck into making a call.

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Lift-off for new-look Bombers in win over Giants

Essendon have steamrolled the Giants to make an ideal start to the AFLW season, with Bonnie Toogood and debutant Holly Ridewood each kicking two goals.

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Two more injuries as brave Bombers denied by Saints

Essendon coach Brad Scott has praised the Bombers' effort in the two-point loss to St Kilda, but says it's hard to be too pleased when they are so disappointed.

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'Giving my all' - Nas sheds no light on AFL future

Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera says his focus is playing out the AFL season as the massive decision looms on where he plays next year.

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Bombers, Saints to blood newcomers in Marvel clash

Essendon and St Kilda will make it 24 debutants between them when two more play their first AFL games at Marvel Stadium.

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No clarity for now if Saints, Bombers making progress

With their finals hopes dashed weeks ago, the big question for St Kilda and Essendon is whether they are taking real steps this season.

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Essendon's Shiel banned one game in tribunal test case

Essendon veteran Dylan Shiel has been suspended for one match by the AFL tribunal in an unusual rough conduct case.

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