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Things have gone from bad to worse for the Gold Coast Suns after suffering a 9th straight loss, and now their reported 'infighting' has been put on display with a firey clash involving star recruit Christian Petracca.

ABC AFL expert Daniel Harford & Commentator Ben Cameron think a lot of blame lays at the feet of coach Damien Hardwick.

Ben & Harf break down all 9 games from round 20 in the AFL, and discuss whether it's time to introduce a goose tax for unnecessary acts on the football field, on the back of Lion Ty Gallop's ugly incident...

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 20. 

The team wrap up the games so far, with Fremantle thrashing West Coast in the Derby, Adelaide faltering again on the big stage in a game marred by another booing controversy, and Geelong champion Patrick Dangerfield joins us following the Cats 20 point victory over the Demons.

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Fun fact - if there were no Wildcard spots, we'd have half the amount of relevant games this weekend. Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio run through the big questions for every match of round 20 like why North Melbourne and Gold Coast are officially done if they lose, which older Magpies should retire and why the Demons have a better shot than Geelong come September.

Plus, why does the WA derby seem to disappoint so regularly, what does the Hawks forward line look in 2027 and how hot is the pressure on Adam Yze?

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Ken Hinkley has nabbed the first of three vacant coaching spots so Corbin and Bob Murphy look at Carlton and Essendon's task now and all the names that remain on the table.

Fresh off the Monday footy shows, the boys agree that Hinkley is the right pick for Tassie, why John Longmire could easily miss out on all three roles, where the Hird push lies at the moment and why Nathan Buckley's honesty is refreshing. Plus, it seems Carlton's search is down to four and the heat is rising on Adam Yze.

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Tasmania Devils Chair Grant O'Brien joined the program from Tasmania off the back of Ken Hinkley’s appointment as the club’s inaugural head coach. Where does this leave other coaches and clubs? Essendon ruined GWS’s day, ensuring they don’t spend the week in the top 10. Who out of the eight-win teams has the best chance of making finals? Plus, all the wash-up from Round 19.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating...

Essendon have won their first game in 99 days, holding off GWS by three points  and it’s hard not to be happy for them. Ken Hinkley is set to become the first coach of Tasmania, but is he the right choice and who missed out? Are the teams in the wildcard spots truly finals contenders? Plus, a wrap of all the big issues out of Round 19.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the f...

Are the Crows better placed now than they were in 2025? The coaching conversation continues to swirl around Carlton and Essendon. Is it a failure if North Melbourne don't play finals? Plus, all the latest news from Round 19.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murph...

Geelong can breathe a sigh of relief as St Kilda aren’t able to break their 27-year hoodoo down the highway, but they do have some big injury concerns. Is Jacob van Rooyen the most improved player at Melbourne? Is Adem Yze escaping too much criticism? Plus, all the big questions answered ahead this weekend of footy.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the la...

The Monday night footy shows don't rest and neither do Corbin and Bob Murphy who sort the fact from fiction. Do the pile up of Bombers losses under Solomon hurt James Hird's coaching aspirations, Fremantle should be cheering for Sydney Swans in 2026 and have Craig McRae and Collingwood changed their 'players over picks' motto?

Plus do they need to fix Adelaide Oval or can the coaches just be better and the boys score the Sam McClure vs Adam Simpson boxing match taking place over the Carlton coach search.

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With Jeremy Cameron requiring surgery, are Geelong’s finals dreams still intact? Is the game too hard to umpire now? Who is playing for All-Australian spots in the last six weeks? Plus, all the latest injury updates from Round 18.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio...

With Jeremy Cameron requiring surgery, are Geelong’s finals dreams still intact? Is the game too hard to umpire now? Who is playing for All-Australian spots in the last six weeks? Plus, all the latest injury updates from Round 18.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio...

Best ability is availability, so how are injuries affecting the home run for many clubs, could it cost them finals? How does Alex Pearce fare in the All-Australian captain race? Do we believe players and coaches anymore when they say they haven’t thought about their futures? Plus, Ben gives us his top five weirdest things about our game.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk t...

Collingwood get back to their close game winning ways, can they still make some noise in 2026? Did Thursday night say more about Fremantle or Sydney? Port Adelaide senior coach Josh Carr joins the show, and is the AFL's push into India worthwhile? 

Sharrod Wellingham steps in for Lids to preview round 18 with Corbin and Ben and brings with him some top tier analysis and a gold Buddy Franklin story.

The boys assess the Dockers and Swans flag credentials and the Mason Cox v Sean Darcy debate, if St Kilda are borderline flat track bullies, can the Gold Coast Titans help the Suns tackling woes, is Gawn or Kozzy the most important Demon and whether Nick Daicos holds an unassailable lead in the Brownlow.

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Corbin and Bob Murphy spend Monday night in front of the TV and deliver the most important stories to you. Fremantle are front and centre after their loss to GWS and the boys wonder how the "worrier" Longmuir would feel, why he's the likely coach of the year ahead of Stephen King and is their possible drought breaker the best story of the 2026 contenders.

As well, there's confusion as another Bombers legend goes all in on Hird, why the umpire contact from Maynard and Miller has been overplayed, has Zak Butters narrowed his destination to two and...

How long does it take for real change to take effect at a football club? What explains the stark difference between caretaker coaches Fraser and Solomon? It being 6-7 Appreciation Day, who are your favourite players to have worn the number 6 or 7 on their guernsey. Plus, all the latest news from Round 17.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our s...

More than 20 fines and a suspension were handed down by the MRO for rough conduct, engaging in a melee and umpire contact during Gold Coast v Collingwood. What happened and are the sanctions fair? What’s going on with the Suns and how have they fallen to where they are on the ladder? Plus, how can those in the Carlton coaching race respect the process?

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the foot...

Join Ben Cameron, Luke Ball and Mick Malthouse as they bring you up to date with all the latest AFL news. Has Brisbane solidified itself as a premiership contender? Is Sydney ready for its top of the table clash with Fremantle? Plus, is everyone OK with Lachie Neale’s meetings?

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Auss...

A seesawing feline affair ultimately saw Brisbane prevail, so where did Geelong go wrong? While Lachie Neale is in town, he’s reportedly meeting with several clubs. What could this free agent be looking for? Does Adelaide have a big-game issue? Should Hawthorn go after Zach Merrett again? Have we lost respect for the jumper? Plus, all the big Round 17 questions answered.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game...

Off the back of the "incredibly difficult" to watch Four Corners episode on concussion and CTE, Bob Murphy reflects on his former Bulldogs teammate Matty Robbins' vulnerability and what the AFL needs to do from here.

Corbin and Bob also digest the biggest talking points out of the Monday footy shows including why the premiership is Fremantle's to lose, what Essendon's coaching criteria says about James Hird, why the next GWS CEO is key to Toby Greene staying or going and whether Damien Hardwick still thinks 80% of the Suns first premiership is on their current list.

How frustrated are fans with the ARC and what can the AFL do about it? Does North Melbourne stand a chance of making finals? Should Essendon publicly target Josh Fraser as their head coach? Plus, the team revisits their predictions from Opening Round.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champ...

How frustrated are fans with the ARC and what can the AFL do about it? Does North Melbourne stand a chance of making finals? Should Essendon publicly target Josh Fraser as their head coach? Plus, the team revisits their predictions from Opening Round.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champ...

Essendon were unable to get over the line against North Melbourne and the stats weren’t pretty. What needs to change at the club? After Port Adelaide’s impressive upset win over Adelaide last night, is the Showdown the best rivalry in footy? Is the AFL too far into the weeds when it comes to the rules? Plus, all the latest news from Round 16.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landsc...

After the AFL incorrectly disallowed a Brisbane goal, head coach Chris Fagan believes the score should be amended. West Coast’s head coach Andrew McQualter also joins the program ahead of the Eagles’ clash with Carlton. Plus, all the latest news from Round 16.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion...

Corbin & Lids preview the round ahead but first go deep on whether the AFL's proposal to limit contact training in 2027 could actually result in more injuries.

The final bye round is here and includes what might be the last Showdown for Zak Butters and/or Tex Walker. Plus, the Mason Cox v Sean Darcy predicament is real, why Errol Gulden makes the Swans infinitely better, do we over-analyse the Magpies list and why there's no chance Sam Mitchell would leave Hawthorn.

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The Monday footy show meat-fest continues and Ben Cameron and Bob Murphy are seated at the banquet with Carlton, Essendon and St Kilda on the menu.

Bob reckons Josh Fraser wants to coach Carlton and will put his hand up and in turn, Carlton can't worry about past decisions or future failures. The Bombers are hell-bent on needing an 'Essendon person', so does that narrow their search to Solomon or Hird? And St Kilda's draftees were in the crosshairs, but maybe the new group deserve 24 months to click before judgement passes. Plus, is there an umpiring issue...

Josh Fraser is making a strong case for an ongoing coaching role at Carlton, but which club is most appealing? The CEOs got together today, what was on their agenda? Is the Wildcard Round winning fans over? Plus, all the winners and losers from the weekend.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs...

It’s hard to ignore Josh Fraser’s success as he takes Carlton to their fifth straight win, but just don’t mention a train. Even though the Bulldogs took the four points, who contributed more to the match, Wanganeen-Milera or Bontempelli? Was the final quarter of Collingwood v Port Adelaide the worst quarter of football we’ve seen this year? Plus, all the wash-up from Round 15.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating...

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 15. 

The team wrap up the two games so far, with Fremantle and Hawthorn both stamping themselves as genuine Premiership contenders, ask where Tim English plays in 2027, and are joined by Adelaide Coach Matthew Nicks ahead of their clash with the Demons at the Adelaide Oval.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get y...

Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio cast an eye over round 15 including a huge examination for the Demons away from the MCG and why Ben Cousins might have a lesson for the Gold Coast Suns amid rumours of player and coach disharmony.

There's also a question mark on how Carlton approach their game and the rest of the year, Daicos goes head to head with Butters, Jy Simpkin's social media causes a stir and who finishes higher out of Bulldogs and St Kilda.

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Corbin and Bob feast on the Monday footy shows and debate why Tim English would want to leave the Bulldogs, where the Zak Butters needle is leaning and why Carlton are getting in their own way again.

The guys also time stamp their three head coach picks for Carlton, Essendon and Tasmania - even though the Tassie licence is still not granted. Plus, why mature age recruits are a "gift" to footy clubs and are we okay with the current climate of head coaches meeting potential trade targets?

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On Sunday, St Kilda and GWS were up against the Socceroos, is that fair on the league and the audiences? Damien Hardwick continues to comment on the umpiring against the Suns post-match, is it okay? Plus, all your winners and losers, Monday madness, and not-so-elusive unicorn sightings.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legen...

On Sunday, St Kilda and GWS were up against the Socceroos, is that fair on the league and the audiences? Damian Hardwick continues to comment on the umpiring against the Suns post-match, is it okay? Plus, all your winners and losers, Monday madness, and not-so-elusive unicorn sightings.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legen...

Liam Ryan notched up his new personal goal-kicking best against the Giants. Is this a sign that St Kilda is improving? Does a win by a small margin always mean it's a good game? Is Stephen King the coach of the year so far? Plus, all the wash-up from Round 14.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Au...

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 14. 

The team wrap up the two games so far, with Geelong and Adelaide both staking their top 4 claims, ask where Zak Butters plays in 2027. and look at who's in the box seat to land the full time coaching role at the Bombers with today's guest, Essendon Interim Coach Dean Solomon.

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Jordan Dawson led his team to an almighty win over the Bulldogs, why was Adam Treloar on the bench for so long? Will North Melbourne bounce back after last week’s brutal loss to Fremantle? What would a trade look like to get Zak Butters? Plus, a key question for the remaining games of Round 14.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL la...

As the dust settles on round 13, Corbin & Bob Murphy look over the footy show hot takes and decide what's worth your time including Collingwood who seem to be getting busy.

The Magpies are looking to swoop on Lachie Neale, Ben King and Fremantle CEO Simon Garlick, North Melbourne have zero excuses for their efforts, the Tassie stadium cost might have blown out again and do we need to clear up the 30 second goal kicking allowance or is it fair game after Harry McKay's successful stall.

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Live from the MCG, the team brings you all the wash-up from the Big Freeze match, celebrating Neale Daniher and continuing to raise awareness for MND. Should you only be able to call the 30-second shot clock if you're inside the 50? Is Josh Fraser’s 4-0 winning record enough to entertain talks of him coaching Carlton permanently? Plus, all the latest news from Round 13.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy land...

Ben Cameron & Daniel Harford dissect whether it's time for Josh Fraser to declare himself the man for the job while the seat gets a little hotter under Alistair Clarkson after North Melbourne handed Fremantle it's biggest ever victory by way of margin.

Fremantle remains one game clear on top of the AFL ladder, and was heading for a two-game buffer, until Sydney's Jai Serong stole victory from the jaws of defeat against a struggling St Kilda.

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 13. 

The team wrap up the two close games so far and preview the remaining fixtures for this King's Birthday long weekend. Today's guest, Western Bulldogs Coach Luke Beveridge, following his sides come from behind victory over the Hawks at the MCG.

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