Caroline Wilson has stated she has an issue with Nathan Buckley juggling being as an assistant coach at Geelong along with his expert comments on Fox Footy. The veteran journalist told Anthony Hudson and Matthew Lloyd she’ll be “keeping a close eye on it”. “I don’t like it,” Wilson said on 3AW Football. Press PLAY […]
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Matthew Lloyd ‘dumbfounded’ by story on Zach Merrett’s contract
Essendon great Matthew Lloyd has admitted he was “dumbfounded” by the story surrounding Zach Merrett’s contract. The former skipper was the main story during the trade period, after he failed to get to rival club Hawthorn, but he’s reportedly open to a contract extension at the Bombers. “Whether he feels that it’s going to be […]
What Pat Lipinski thinks of pre-season Pies critics
Pat Lipinski says he isn’t worried about Collingwood being written up by some ahead of the upcoming season. The smooth-moving Pie has been working on his strength with Scott Pendlebury in the off-season, and is determined to stay focused even as some pundits predict the team to slide in 2026. Press PLAY to hear the […]
AFLW draftee speaks on the importance of playing footy from a young age
GWS Giants have selected Northern Knights’ Scarlett Johnson with their first pick in the 2025 AFLW draft. The newest Giant joined 3AW’s Emilia Fuller and was asked about how important playing from a young age was for her development. “It definitely gives us girls an advantage compared to those who started a bit late,” Johnson […]
Max Gawn’s candid comments on his future as Dees skipper
Max Gawn admits he’d be happy to step aside as Melbourne captain if deemed best for the club in the longer term. Speaking after being confirmed as Victoria’s latest recruit ahead of February’s Origin clash against Western Australia, Gawn he would be “happy to get behind” a potential new captaincy choice. Press PLAY to hear […]
Image: AAP Dustin Martin has spoken to his deported father, Shane, for the first time in a post-match interview live on 3AW Football. Dusty spoke to the 3AW Football team straight after the team song, but when he later heard Shane Martin was on the line, he was quick to jump back on the microphone. […]
Adelaide CEO explains why the Crows didn’t put out a statement on the postal vote
Adelaide CEO Andrew Fagan has told 3AW Football why the Crows didn’t release a statement on the same-sex marriage postal vote. On a week in which the AFL and various clubs put forward their thoughts on the vote, Adelaide did not. But Fagan said it’s because they were focused on the upcoming Preliminary Final against […]
Matthew Knights explains why the Cats took the risk on Nakia Cockatoo
Geelong took a risk before Friday night’s Preliminary Final against Adelaide, selecting Nakia Cockatoo. The speedster has played just ten games this year due to hamstring injuries. He has played one senior game since Round 13. But Geelong assistant Matthew Knights told 3AW Football he’s worth the risk. “We’re pleased to have him in the […]
Caro explains why Gold Coast thought they could approach Ken Hinkley
Caroline Wilson thinks Gold Coast’s approach to Ken Hinkley might work out better for him. Port Adelaide reacted angrily on Friday after Suns boss Mark Evans contacted their coach about his future. But Caro told 3AW the in-demand Hinkley now has a bit of leverage in negotiations with the Power. “He’ll want more than two years because […]
“He plays a sacrificial role”: teammate’s defence of Motlop
Mitch Duncan has launched a spirited defence of Steven Motlop. Motlop is often maligned for his inconsistent output, but Duncan told 3AW people should look beyond the stats. “It comes with the role he plays,” Duncan said on Saturday afternoon. “He plays that sacrificial half-forward role where you don’t get rewarded every game. “He creates […]
Caroline Wilson has stated she has an issue with Nathan Buckley juggling being as an assistant coach at Geelong along with his expert comments on Fox Footy. The veteran journalist told Anthony Hudson and Matthew Lloyd she’ll be “keeping a close eye on it”. “I don’t like it,” Wilson said on 3AW Football. Press PLAY […]
Matthew Lloyd ‘dumbfounded’ by story on Zach Merrett’s contract
Essendon great Matthew Lloyd has admitted he was “dumbfounded” by the story surrounding Zach Merrett’s contract. The former skipper was the main story during the trade period, after he failed to get to rival club Hawthorn, but he’s reportedly open to a contract extension at the Bombers. “Whether he feels that it’s going to be […]
What Pat Lipinski thinks of pre-season Pies critics
Pat Lipinski says he isn’t worried about Collingwood being written up by some ahead of the upcoming season. The smooth-moving Pie has been working on his strength with Scott Pendlebury in the off-season, and is determined to stay focused even as some pundits predict the team to slide in 2026. Press PLAY to hear the […]
AFLW draftee speaks on the importance of playing footy from a young age
GWS Giants have selected Northern Knights’ Scarlett Johnson with their first pick in the 2025 AFLW draft. The newest Giant joined 3AW’s Emilia Fuller and was asked about how important playing from a young age was for her development. “It definitely gives us girls an advantage compared to those who started a bit late,” Johnson […]
Max Gawn’s candid comments on his future as Dees skipper
Max Gawn admits he’d be happy to step aside as Melbourne captain if deemed best for the club in the longer term. Speaking after being confirmed as Victoria’s latest recruit ahead of February’s Origin clash against Western Australia, Gawn he would be “happy to get behind” a potential new captaincy choice. Press PLAY to hear […]
His dad became a champion with no.26, so Collingwood offered father-son recruit Callum Brown that famous number to him. But he declined. Instead, Brown will wear number 17 in his debut against Melbourne today. Proud dad Gavin Brown told 3AW Football the story behind his son’s decision today. “Cal sort of said ‘Oh could I have a think about’, […]




