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The annual Footy Stars set is the centrepiece of the AFL hobby, sitting alongside the kid-friendly Teamcoach cards that turn up in newsagents each season. Collectors chase the Luminous base and its parallels, low-numbered premium inserts, and the signature predictor cards (Brownlow, Coleman and Rising Star) that pay off when a player's season delivers. Case hits like the Golden Ticket redemption and hobby-exclusive inserts are the cards that get a club's supporters talking. Because the checklist resets every year, rookies and first-season signatures are a perennial focus, and values shift with form, finals and Brownlow nights. This page keeps tabs on AFL releases, notable pulls and market movement. Use CardLoft to identify any Footy Stars card and value it instantly, then trade with the collectors in your league.
Wrong place, wrong sanction: AFL’s umpire problem exposed… and why Sun was stiff — Will Schofield column
Eliminating umpire contact is clearly a top priority for the AFL. But the umpire caught up in Saturday night’s Gold Coast-Collingwood ‘scuffle’ shouldn’t have been there in the first place.
Essendon legend blocks fans from early exit
Kevin Sheedy took drastic measures to keep supporters in seats at Marvel Stadium on Sunday.
The 17 games set to shape the AFL Wildcard Round picture
There's 63 games remaining in the 2026 AFL season, but a handful have been deemed MORE significant than others.
Verdict on shock riser’s insane 96-pt half; Bombers still yet to bottom out in horror 2026: Round 17 Report Card
How on earth do we grade the year’s wildest game to date?! Plus, another shocking Essendon performance that suggests they’re still yet to bottom out in 2026.
In-demand Lion roars, as SIX players yield maximum votes: AFL MVP
With the bye rounds now in the rearview, the Zero Hanger MVP race is taking shape.
AFL MRO: Bulldogs make Tribunal calls
Three of their players were cited for incidents stemming out of Friday night's clash with the Swans.
‘Can’t be serious’: Great questions whether Reid is ‘adjudicated differently’ as ‘feather’ free kick called out
Western Bulldogs games record-holder Brad Johnson has questioned whether Harley Reid is being “adjudicated differently” after being left flabbergasted by a free kick paid against the young Eagles star.
Five trade targets for EVERY AFL team: St Kilda
Any of these five players would help boost the Saints up the ladder.
Victorian club “on the radar” in pursuit of Australian cricketer?
He played for the Sandringham Dragons and Vic Metro in his draft year, before turning his attention to the bat and ball.
VFL players in hot water over umpire contact
Collingwood's Brayden Maynard was the only one to cross paths with the adjudicators.
Stevo’s Sting: The “brains and brawn” solution to Collingwood captaincy
Darcy Moore should focus on his body, allowing for a double team the top.
“Missed a trick”: AFL slammed over handling of Collingwood-Maynard case
"The matrix doesn't cater for this."
“Is this the lowest point?” Essendon caretaker reflects as Bombers’ crisis worsens
The Bombers’ latest heavy defeat has deepened a brutal run of form.
AFL player ratings twist shakes up Brownlow Medal picture
If the Brownlow was determined by player rating points, who would be leading after Round 17?
‘Nice to get the invite’: Saints reveal details on Neale dinner date; new suitor for Sun — Trade Whispers
St Kilda’s interest in acquiring Lachie Neale is as strong as it’s ever been, with a key club figure commenting on the club’s dinner date with him in recent days.
Victorian club confirms meeting Brisbane star
“Yeah, we caught up with Lachie and it was pretty informal."
North Melbourne sweat on gun’s injury as unwanted record continues
The loss to Port Adelaide isn't the only concern on Alastair Clarkson's hands.
Round 17 Talking Pts: Live TV moment exposes ‘shift’ in Blues coach race; superstar may need to be saved from himself
It was subtle, but it might’ve been the moment Carlton’s strange coaching search took a turn.
Brayden Maynard: a robust AFL player opposition coaches would love to have | Jonathan Horn
The Collingwood defender’s very being screams imminent confrontation but if the Pies’ opponents show any holes he and his teammates will exploit it At this time of year there’s usually a story along the lines of “is this the most important game in the history of the Gold Coast S…
‘Weak as p***’: Great lashes ‘soft’ verdict on Magpie’s umpire act as he exploits ‘loophole’
The decision to not suspend Brayden Maynard and Touk Miller for making contact with an umpire has been savaged as “weak as p***” after Collingwood’s fiery win over Gold Coast.
Cat-astrophe on the cards as surprise packet sparks seven-way fight for double chance — The Run Home after Round 17
A dramatic weekend has turned the top-four race into a seven-team fight, with Geelong staring down a disastrous wildcard scenario, and setting up an unlikely MCG blockbuster.
Suburban footy player ‘receiving end-of-life care’ after tragic mid-game incident
A suburban footballer has entered end-of-life care after a “horrible” incident during his side’s match in Melbourne’s north.
MRO update: Maynard, Miller and Long learn fate, 37 charges made in total
It was a physical and fiery set of games on Saturday, with plenty of charges to boot.
Nerve injury: Hawthorn midfielder’s return date a mystery
He hasn’t played since Round 11.
FINAL TEAMS: Port Adelaide vs North Melbourne – Round 17, 2026
TEAM NEWS: Port Adelaide and North Melbourne have finalised their lineups for the match at Adelaide Oval. Who are you tipping to win?
Return “imminent”: St Kilda provides Max King update
Could we see Max King back at AFL level in 2026?
North’s latest wildcard hurdle arrives as Power charge for 12-month first — LIVE AFL
Port Adelaide has a chance to register consecutive wins for the first time in over 12 months on Sunday evening, as they host a North Melbourne outfit suddenly in the mix for a wildcard debut.
Who are the 2026 All-Australian key forward contenders in the AFL?
There could be a few maiden AA blazers handed out at the end of the year.
FINAL TEAMS: Essendon vs St Kilda – Round 17, 2026
TEAM NEWS: Essendon and St Kilda have finalised their lineups for the match at Marvel Stadium. Who are you tipping to win?
One-win Essendon out to spoil Saints’ wildcard hopes as pressure mounts— LIVE
Essendon will be out to ruin St Kilda’s Christmas in July on Sunday afternoon, as they look to derail the Saints’ 2026 wildcard finals dream at Marvel Stadium.