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West Coast and Carlton will renew hostilities on Friday night.

AFLWCommentsPremium‘Fascinating battle’: AFLW expert on Eagles-Blues rematch

Only one week after coming up against each other, West Coast and Carlton will renew hostilities in an elimination final, leaving AFLW expert Kate McCarthy expecting a “fascinating tactical battle”.

Josh Kempton

Emma Swanson says the Eagles cannot afford a sluggish start.

AFLWCommentsPremium Fast start the key against Blues: Swanson

West Coast midfielder Emma Swanson says the team will target a fast start in Friday night’s final-round clash with Carlton as the Eagles chase history and a maiden finals berth.

Glen Quartermain

Mitch McGovern has singed a one-year extension at Carlton.

AFLCommentsBlues hand McGovern AFL lifeline after failed Khamis trade

Mitch McGovern will remain a Blue after Carlton handed the versatile defender a one-year contract extension after their failed move to pry Buku Khamis out of the Western Bulldogs.

Jake Santa Maria

Zach Merrett is staying at Essendon, while Charlie Curnow is off to Sydney.

AFLVideoCommentsTrade wrap: Hawks say NO to Merrett, Curnow moves to Swans

Charlie Curnow, Christian Petracca and Clayton Oliver all got their wish to head to new homes - but disgruntled Essendon skipper Zach Merrett will have to stay at the Bombers. SEE EVERY DEADLINE DAY DEAL HERE

Mitchell Woodcock

Campbell Chesser has joined the Blues.

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Former first-round pick Chesser officially departs Eagles

The stop-start West Coast career of former first-round pick and highly-rated wingman Campbell Chesser is officially over. Here’s what the Eagles received in the trade.

Mitchell Woodcock

Liam Reidy has been traded to Carlton.

AFLDockers trigger first deal of trade period as Reidy departs

Fremantle have swapped several late picks in a trade that has sent back-up ruckman Liam Reidy to Carlton.

Mitchell Woodcock

Jack Silvagni is officially a St Kilda player. St Kilda FC

AFLPremiumSilvagni’s Carlton act after club switch

The son of a Carlton icon has been seen in St Kilda colours for the first time, directing a pointed comment at the Blues on his way out.

News Corp Australia

Liam Reidy is keen for a fresh opportunity away from the Dockers.

AFLVideoCommentsReidy for a new start: Fringe Freo ruckman requests trade

Liam Reidy has officially requested a trade out of Fremantle, while a fellow depth Docker also wants a fresh start elsewhere. See the details here.

Mitchell Woodcock

Campbell Chesser (left) wants out of West Coast.

AFLCommentsPremiumBig Chess move: Young Eagle wants trade to Carlton

West Coast have suffered a major blow in their quest to re-build with talented youngsters after first round pick Campbell Chesser requested a trade to move to Carlton. 

Craig O’Donoghue

Elijah Hollands is unlikely to be at Carlton next year. Michael Klein

AFLPremiumVoss squashes defections, cuts player loose

Despite reports of a trade request, Carlton's Charlie Curnow has been told he's going nowhere, while Michael Voss has told a player he’s free to leave.

News Corp Australia

Charlie Curnow is going nowhere. Mark Stewart

AFLPremium‘Pretty clear’: Blues block Curnow move

Despite reports of a trade request in his exit meeting, Carlton's Charlie Curnow has been told he's going nowhere.

News Corp Australia

Carlton have again declared Charlie Curnow will not be traded this year.

MICHAEL VOSSCarlton issue new statement on Charlie Curnow’s trade bombshell

The Blues have started another week addressing their key forward’s bid to leave the club.

Glenn Valencich

Liam Reidy has a big decision to make on his AFL future.

AFLCommentsPremiumReidy or not: Depth ruckman set for big decision on future

Fremantle are hopeful of retaining ruckman Liam Reidy as rivals clubs chase the Victorian who has struggled for senior opportunities.

Mitchell Woodcock

Jack Petruccelle could be heading back to Victoria.

AFL VideoCommentsPremiumPetruccelle eyes Victorian lifeline after Eagles axing

Recently delisted West Coast speedster Jack Petruccelle may have an AFL lifeline back in his home state.

Jake Santa Maria

Liam Reidy is on Carlton’s radar.

AFL CommentsPremiumOut-of-favour Fremantle ruck on rival club’s radar

Out-of-contract and out-of-favour Fremantle ruck Liam Reidy is reportedly on the radar of rival club Carlton as they prepare to lose wantaway star Tom De Koning.

Luke Lawson

Jacob van Rooyen in action against the Hawks.

AFLCommentsPremiumWA Player Watch: Van Rooyen issues Dees reminder

We take a look at how some West Aussies performed across the competition over the weekend, including Jacob van Rooyen looking to spearhead a new Demon era.

Jackson Barrett

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AFLPremium‘Been busy’: Voss knows Blues in Silvagni fight

The Blues face mounting pressure to retain the key defender amid a “realistic” admission of where they stand at this stage of the season.

News Corp Australia

Carlton has dumped Brad Lloyd. Michael Willson/AFL Media

UPDATEDPremium‘Needs change’: Blues shake-up starts with axing

Carlton‘s new chief executive has vowed to keep the club’s star players while admitting the list “needs change” after a disappointing seven-win season.

News Corp Australia

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AFLPremium‘Quite different’: Voss downplays board backing

Carlton coach Michael Voss said the outside “theatre” around his future was routine and “business as usual” for him.

News Corp Australia

Michael Voss has spoken for the first time since Carlton’s meeting of the board.

AFLVideoComments'Hollow joy: Voss speaks on Carlton job assurance

Carlton coach Michael Voss has spoken publicly for the first time since the Blues backed him to lead the club into 2026.

Oliver Caffrey

Voss leaves Ikon Park during the board meeting. Glenn McFarlane

BreakingPremiumBlues confirm who will coach in 2026

Carlton has ended months of speculation about Michael Voss’s future, unanimously making a call about the 2026 season.

News Corp Australia

Fremantle star Caleb Serong was well held for three quarters against Carlton.

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The Achilles heel Fremantle must address after great escape

Fremantle might have over-run a plucky Carlton in a wild and wet clash at Optus Stadium, but they were far from convincing when it comes to fixing a big issue they have heading towards September.

Mitchell Woodcock

Carlton coach Michael Voss isn’t happy that Collingwood’s Craig McRae went public about meeting with Jack Silvagni.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumUnhappy Voss didn’t want Silvagni to cop Oscar Allen focus

Carlton coach Michael Voss isn’t happy that Collingwood’s Craig McRae went public about meeting with Jack Silvagni saying it would only put him under the same pressure that West Coast’s Oscar Allen faced.

Craig O'Donoghue

Captain Alex Pearce will miss another game.

AFLCommentsPearce to miss Blues clash as Fyfe set for WAFL return

Fremantle captain Alex Pearce will miss a fourth-consecutive game with a shin injury after not being named to take on Carlton at Optus Stadium on Sunday.

Mitchell Woodcock