AFL injury crisis blamed on lengthy player breaks
Channel 7's Kane Cornes links a spate of pre-season AFL injuries, including ACL tears, to excessive off-season breaks. Read his full theory and the latest casualty list.
Channel 7's Kane Cornes links a spate of pre-season AFL injuries, including ACL tears, to excessive off-season breaks. Read his full theory and the latest casualty list.
Carlton Blues forward Jesse Motlop has ruptured his ACL in a devastating pre-season blow, ruling him out for the entire 2026 AFL campaign. Get the full details.
North Melbourne's Jackson Archer has ruptured his ACL in pre-season training, ruling him out for the entire 2026 AFL campaign. The defender's career has been plagued by recent setbacks.
Newcastle Jets coach Mark Milligan says the club will explore 'opportunities' in the January transfer window but may promote youth after three players suffered season-ending ACL injuries. Read the latest ahead of their clash with Melbourne City.
Newcastle Jets' brave 3-1 win over Auckland is overshadowed by a suspected ACL injury to young gun Alex Badolato. Coach Mark Milligan confirms 'early signs aren't great' as the club eyes a move for Zach Clough.
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has made her long-awaited return to the pitch in Australia following an ACL rupture. Read about her comeback and the team's Asia Cup preparations.
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has been surprisingly omitted from Chelsea's Women's Champions League match against Barcelona as part of her ACL recovery plan. Get the latest updates.
Essendon star Nic Martin faces a potential second knee reconstruction after re-injuring his ACL in pre-season training. Get the latest updates on his condition and what's next for the Bombers.
Matildas coach Joe Montemurro commends Mary Fowler for her courageous mental health revelations in new book 'Bloom'. The 22-year-old playmaker continues ACL recovery.
In a cruel twist of fate, West Coast Eagles forward Mikayla Western has torn her ACL just days before the club's historic first AFLW finals appearance, leaving teammates and fans heartbroken.
Illawarra Hawks young gun Will Hickey makes an inspirational comeback after a devastating knee injury threatened to end his NBL career before it truly began.