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Jeremy Sharp has been dropped for the first time since joining the Dockers.

AFLVideoCommentsSharp and Draper dropped as Dockers continue to make changes

Fremantle have won five games in a row but they’re still prepared to swing players around in their team and now they’ve made three more changes ahead of Sunday’s game against St Kilda.

Craig O'Donoghue

St Kilda coach Ross Lyon says he’s ready to front the Fremantle faithful for the first time since he was sacked by the Dockers.

AFLVideoComments‘I walk back in comfortably’: Lyon on Freo fan reunion

Ross Lyon was at his theatrical best as the St Kilda coach denied he’d put any thought into the reaction he would get from the Fremantle fans as he prepares to face them for the first time.

Mitchell Woodcock

Justin Longmuir is hoping to guide his side to six ina row.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumREVEALED: Longmuir’s simple message to group ahead of Saints

Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir’s message to his side as they chase their sixth consecutive win for only the second time under his tenure is simple — maintain the rage.

Jake Santa Maria

Fremantle are poised to recall Sean Darcy to their side for Sunday’s clash with St Kilda at Optus Stadium. 

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Fremantle set to reunite ruck partners for Saints clash

Fremantle are poised to recall Sean Darcy to their side for Sunday’s clash with St Kilda at Optus Stadium. 

Jackson Barrett

After five consecutive wins, Fremantle will be out to prove they can right the wrongs of their early season loss to Ross Lyon’s St Kilda.

AFL VideoCommentsPremiumRoss’ Saints await as red-hot Freo face crucial test

After five consecutive wins, Fremantle will be out to prove they can right the wrongs of their early season loss to Ross Lyon’s St Kilda and establish themselves as a genuine top-four contender.

Samantha Rogers

Jordan Clark is in the form of his life.

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Motormouth Mitch: Dockers star nearly an All-Australian lock

From the Fremantle star in All-Australian form to why is Ross ‘The Boss’ Lyon so distracted with journalists, The West Australian’s football reporter Mitchell Woodcock takes a look at the week in footy.

Mitchell Woodcock

Ross Lyon was not happy with a line of questioning about the low crowd at Marvel Stadium on Thursday night.

SMALL CROWD VideoRoss Lyon burns journo in uncomfortable exchange: ‘Yes or no?’

When the reporter brought up the touchy subject, the prickly coach wanted to make sure he had all the facts.

Cameron Noakes

Harley Reid burst the game open in the second quarter.

AFLVideoCommentsSelwood spirit drives Eagles to first victory of 2025

Adam Selwood would be smiling down on his beloved Waalitj Marawar (West Coast), who honoured his memory with an emotional 28-point victory over Euro-Yroke (St Kilda).

Mitchell Woodcock

Tyler Brockman is playing on instinct in midfield.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumEagle Brockman given license to shine in midfield move

Waalitj Marawar (West Coast) forward Tyler Brockman has revealed that coach Andrew McQualter has given himself and Liam Ryan free rein to play on instinct in their move to the midfield.

Mitchell Woodcock

West Coast Eagles training at Mineral Resources Park, Lathlain. Bo Allan.

AFLVideoCommentsAllan snubbed as Eagles make one change for Saints clash

Top draftee Bo Allan has been sensationally left out of the Waalitj Marawar (West Coast) side to take on Euro-Yroke (St Kilda) at Optus Stadium on Sunday.

Mitchell Woodcock

Bo Allan could get an instant recall.

AFLVideoCommentsEagles could welcome back Bo as captain Allen returns

Waalitj Marawar (West Coast) draftee Bo Allan is a chance to earn an instant recall after serving his one-game suspension after being named in the extended squad to take on Euro-Yroke (St Kilda) on Sunday.

Mitchell Woodcock

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 02: Cooper Sharman of the Saints kicks a goal during the 2025 AFL Round 08 match between the St Kilda Saints and the Fremantle Dockers at Marvel Stadium on May 2, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFLVideoCommentsRECAP: Dockers ‘obliterated’ as Ross boss’ Freo

A fired-up St Kilda have smashed an insipid Fremantle who once again failed to show up in Melbourne in a 61-point demolition. Relive all the action below

Jake Santa Maria

Luke Jackson will make his return from injury.

AFLVideoCommentsO-Mac-God: Dockers forward dropped for Jackson return

Fremantle has confirmed Luke Jackson will return from a hamstring injury in Friday night’s clash with St Kilda at Marvel Stadium. 

Jackson Barrett

Caleb Serong at training

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumFreo on red alert for angry Ross Lyon ambush from St Kilda

Emotions are riding high at St Kilda with coach Ross Lyon furious about how they’ve been playing, and Fremantle are extremely aware that he will be demanding a huge response against them on Friday night.

Craig O'Donoghue

St Kilda has confirmed West Australian Hugh Boxshall will make his AFL debut against Fremantle on Friday night.

AFLCommentsHugh beauty! WA’s Boxshall to debut against Freo

St Kilda has confirmed West Australian Hugh Boxshall will make his AFL debut against Fremantle at Marvel Stadium on Friday night.

Samantha Rogers

Ross Lyon is on the charge ahead of his team’s clash with Fremantle.

AFL VideoComments‘Filthy’ Ross fires up before clash with old Fremantle mates

A testy Ross Lyon is ready to take on his former side grumpier than ever on Friday night after firing up at his weekly press conference, which he then cut short before he could be asked about Fremantle.

Jackson Barrett

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AFLPremium‘Filthy’ AFL coach roasts ‘broken system’

Ross Lyon has kept his hot streak going with the St Kilda coach coming out blasting after becoming fed up over a judiciary verdict.

Tyler Lewis

Ross Lyon on the night of his most recent Friday night footy victory in the opening round of 2014.

AFLCommentsPremiumRoss The Loss: Freo look to extend Lyon’s Friday night flops

In A Six-Pack of IPA (Interesting Points, Allegedly), we look at Ross Lyon’s remarkable losing streak in the prestigious Friday night footy fixture slot ahead of this week’s clash with Fremantle, & plenty more.

Chris Robinson

Ross Lyon, Senior Coach of the Saints . Michael Klein

AFLVideo‘Love that’: Lyon blast gets club approval

A volatile player spray handed out by St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has been put in the spotlight but the club CEO has no problems with it.

News Corp Australia

St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has raised the prospect of blooding WA draftee Hugh Boxshall against Fremantle after he continued to push his case for a debut in the VFL. 

AFL VideoCommentsLyon’s roar could open door for Boxshall debut

St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has raised the prospect of blooding WA draftee Hugh Boxshall against Fremantle after he continued to push his case for a debut in the VFL. 

Samantha Rogers

Justin Koschitzke has opened up to Hamish McLachlan on Unfiltered.

UNFILTEREDFormer star breaks 20 years of silence on act of ‘shame’

The 42-year-old has never spoken about it publicly, but it’s all come out in one chilling admission.

Cameron Noakes

Hugh Boxshall has been impressive in the VFL this year.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumHugh beauty! WA draft bolter firms for Saints debut

West Australian draft bolter Hugh Boxshall is firming for a debut for St Kilda after a standout performance in the VFL over the weekend.

Samantha Rogers

Max King (l), Jack Steele and Jack Macrae. King will be out for another four weeks.

St Kilda SaintsCommentsMajor setback for Saints as star receives shattering news

One of St Kilda’s injury-prone players is set to spend more time on the sidelines after his latest medical diagnosis.

Ben McClellan

Ross Lyon has secured a new deal with St Kilda.

AFL VideoCommentsRoss still the boss as Saints extend tenure

He’s one of the most experienced coaches in the AFL and he won’t be leaving anytime soon with Ross Lyon signing a one-year extension as senior coach at St Kilda. 

Jake Santa Maria