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Elijah Hewett should make a bold position change.

AFLVideoThe bold positional change Eagles need to make with Hewett

It was clear the Eagles was lacking in the loss to the Crows and the out-of-favour rising star could be the answer.

Paul Hasleby

West Coast’s Oli Francou was impressive on debut.

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The ‘meat and potatoes’ Eagle who could be a draft steal

In a rebuild it is important not only for clubs to nail their top draft picks, but also to also find some diamonds in the rough. And in Oli Francou, West Coast have found one, writes Mitchell Woodcock.

Mitchell Woodcock

West Coast’s Jack Williams battles Adelaide’s Toby Murray in the ruck.

AFLVideoCommentsEagles to get ‘adventurous’ with Williams’ as back-up ruck

Coach Andrew McQualter says West Coast will need to get ‘adventurous’ with how they back up No.1 ruckman Bailey Williams in the wake of untimely injuries to several key position players.

Mitchell Woodcock

West Coast midfielder Elijah Hewett and co-captain Liam Baker.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumMcQualter: Hewett will be ‘better player’ for turbulent 2026

Out-of-favour West Coast midfielder Elijah Hewett has been backed to be a ‘better player’ after his recent axing from the AFL side, as his future beyond this season remains unclear.

Mitchell Woodcock

Elijah Hewett returned to the WAFL on Friday night.

WAFL.CommentsPremiumEverything Hewett did in his return to WAFL

Here’s everything you missed from Elijah Hewett’s performance for West Coast’s WAFL while you were watching the Eagles’ AFL side.

Jack Penniment

West Coast’s WAFL side gave Eagles fans something to smile about on Friday night.

WAFLCommentsPremiumEagles claim sixth win after overcoming fast-starting Sharks

West Coast’s WAFL side gave Eagles fans something to smile about on Friday night, defeating East Fremantle by 39 points at Mineral Resources Park. 

Jack Penniment

West Coast coach Andrew McQualter says they need to figure out how to solve their first-quarter issues quickly.

AFLCommentsMcQualter looking for quick fix to slow starts

West Coast coach Andrew McQualter says they need to figure out how to solve their first-quarter issues ‘quickly’ after it proved the difference in a 25-point defeat to Adelaide at Optus Stadium on Friday night.

Mitchell Woodcock

Darcy Fogarty was the star of the first half.

AFLCommentsThe moments that mattered in Eagles’ loss to Crows

West Coast’s slow start came back to bite them again but there were moments for Eagles fans to get excited about in a 25-point defeat to Adelaide. Here are the moments that mattered on Friday night.

Spencer Robertson

West Coast fell short again.

AFLCommentsSlow-starting Eagles fall short of Crows comeback

West Coast’s first-quarter woes have once again haunted them after Adelaide capitalised on the slow start in a 25-point victory at Optus Stadium on Friday night.

Mitchell Woodcock

Jordan Dawson of the Crows turns with the ball.

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Eagles beaten by what they know in Dawson masterclass

A Jordan Dawson masterclass proved the difference for Adelaide in a tense game at Optus Stadium

Glen Quartermain

West Coast fell short against Adelaide.

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Too little too late as Eagles’ comeback thwarted by Crows

West Coast handed Adelaide a five-goal headstart in the first term and despite another barnstorming finish at Optus Stadium, couldn’t claw the deficit back. Here’s our three-word analysis of every Eagle.

Aaron Kirby

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JULY 03: Jake Waterman of the Eagles celebrates a goal during the 2026 AFL Round 17 match between the West Coast Eagles and the Adelaide Crows at Optus Stadium on July 3, 2026 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Carson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFLCommentsRECAP: Crows stave off late Eagles comeback

West Coast dug deep but ultimately left themselves too much to do after a horror start against Adelaide. Relive all the action.

Jake Santa Maria

Brady Hough must go to Jordan Dawson.

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ELLIS: How Eagles can cause Friday night upset

It’s been a soul-searching week at the Eagles after an incredibly meek performance against the Blues but Xavier Ellis says there is a window for a West Coast victory over the Crows.

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Where will Jack Williams play for West Coast tonight?

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Jack of all trades? Eagles utility set for makeshift role

Jack Williams has been working as a key defender post-bye but as he prepares to return for West Coast against Adelaide at Optus Stadium on Friday night, it isn’t clear where he will line up.

Mitchell Woodcock

Adam Hunter was posthumously diagnosed with CTE

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumHunter’s ‘grieving best mate’ pens letter to AFL over CTE

A grieving friend of late West Coast premiership star Adam Hunter has penned an emotional letter to the AFL claiming it has failed in its duty of care to players.

Samantha Rogers

West Coast forward Archer Reid.

AFL CommentsReid extends Eagles deal until 2030

West Coast tall Archer Reid has become the latest young Eagle to re-commit to the club, signing a contract extension.

Mitchell Woodcock

West Coast Eagles training at Mineral rescources park ahead of their Friday night game against Adelaide Crows.

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Port great’s advice to son Oli ahead of Eagles debut

Port Adelaide great Josh Francou gets a sense of pride both as a father and a coach as he prepares to watch his son Oli make his debut for West Coast against Adelaide at Optus Stadium on Friday night.

Mitchell Woodcock

Elijah Hewett has been dropped.

AFLVideoCommentsHewett in limbo after second axing of the season

Elijah Hewett’s West Coast career appears at a cross-roads after the out-of-contract midfielder was dropped for the second time this season.

Mitchell Woodcock

Oliver Francou is congratulated after learning of his AFL debut.

AFLComments‘This could be it’: The moment Francou sniffed out his debut

It’s the debut Oliver Francou admits he didn’t see coming - and it’s a chance that’s arrived after he “snuck under everyone’s radar” in AFL recruiting circles before earning his wings with the Eagles.

Mitchell Woodcock and Chris Robinson

Josh Francou celebrating a goal against Adelaide, and right, Oliver Francou at Eagles training.

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Like father, like son? Francou CONFIRMED for Eagles debut

UPDATE: Oliver Francou will be West Coast’s latest debutant, with the 20-year-old looking to emulate father Josh’s strong history against Adelaide when he takes on the Crows on Friday night.

Chris Robinson

Tom Cole celebrates a goal for West Coast.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumCole hopes forward thinking could help extend his career

West Coast veteran Tom Cole says he has plenty of football left in him and his newfound role as a forward could help extend his career beyond 2026.

Mitchell Woodcock

Jamie Cripps of the Eagles holds the premiership trophy after winning during the 2018 AFL Grand Final between the West Coast Eagles and the Collingwood Magpies at the MCG in Melbourne, Saturday, September 29, 2018. (AAP Image/Julian Smith) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY

AFLVideoCommentsCrippa reveals plans after footy following retirement

West Coast premiership forward Jamie Cripps has revealed what the future holds for him following his AFL retirement as he opened up on his decision to hang up the boots.

Jake Santa Maria

Tom Cole and Jamie Cripps fight for the lead at Eagles training.

AFLVideoCommentsPremium‘It’s happened quick’: Cole on 2018 flag heroes’ exit

West Coast forward Tom Cole has opened up on how Jamie Cripps’ retirement has left him thinking about football mortality as one of only three players still on the list who played in the Eagles’ 2018 flag.

Mitchell Woodcock

West Coast’s Ryan Maric and Jack Williams.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumCrows’ tall trio loom large as Eagles weigh up Williams call

West Coast’s Jack Williams faces a potential baptism of fire down back should he be called up to support Rhett Bazzo and Tylar Young against Adelaide’s imposing trio of tall forwards.

Mitchell Woodcock