ABC AFL Daily

Butters, Beveridge and the Bulldogs hot plate of expectation 15.09.2026 40min

Zak Butters arrival puts pressure on Luke Beveridge and he's not the only coach with a big 2027 looming as Lyon, Nicks and McQualter all coach in the final year of their contracts. Corbin and Bob Murphy devoured the Monday footy shows and Zak Butters Bulldogs move dominates the conversation including how the deal gets done, what he'll bring to the Dogs and why their midfield reminds Bob of mid 2000's West Coast Eagles. As well, there will be some Brownlow awkwardness around Heeney and the Swans, Patrick Voss may cause a rule change and Toby Greene is fighting FOMO. 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, Bob Murphy, Marc Murphy, Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

AFL Monday: End of season reviews and who wants to be the underdog? 14.09.2026 48min

Adam Ramanauskas joins the team to pull apart the weekend’s semifinals. Zak Butters has nominated the Bulldogs as his club of choice, but what will it take to make it work? The team give their one-word reviews for clubs that are no longer vying for finals and look ahead to the upcoming prelims.

Wharfie Time hits the mark and Lions roar into prelims 13.09.2026 1h 17min

Daniel Harford joins Corbin and Ben to wrap up the weekend’s semi-finals. Daniel recounts his firsthand Wharfie Time experience. Just how impressive was Brisbane’s blistering start which saw Adelaide barrelled out of September? Plus, all the key takeaways from the weekend.

AFL Saturday: Longmuir 'Last night just felt like business as usual' 12.09.2026

Fremantle returned to their top of the table form and will take on Sydney in a Preliminary Final, after ending Geelong's 2026 campaign on Friday night. Fremantle Coach Justin Longmuir joins the team following the Dockers 14 point win over the Cats. How will Geelong review their season? How does Zak Butters get to the Bulldogs? And what can the AFL learn from the NFL? These topics and more on AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news during Semi Finals Week of the AFL Finals Series. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

Who will deal with the straight set scaries? 10.09.2026 39min

Brisbane and Fremantle are in the crosshairs this weekend with their top four advantage on the line. Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio take you through both finals and discuss which team could wilt under pressure. Should the Dockers do away with ‘Wharfie Time’ or press it early in the game to get it over and done with? Plus, did Geelong keep some aces up their sleeve in their last meeting in Perth and use their September experience to bundle our Fremantle? Adelaide have received a blueprint from the Swans on how to beat Brisbane, the big question is can they implement it. And will the Lions defensive frailties of 2026 come back to bite them against a Crows team with a red hot Rankine and inspirational captain in Jordan Dawson? It's Grand Final live show time too, click here to get tickets to our show at The Railway Hotel in Fitzroy North on Thursday Sept 24 with Corbin, Ben, Bob Murphy and Brett Deledio. 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 Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

Bob Murphy's Tim English hunch and the Clarkson decision vs delivery 08.09.2026 43min

Silly season has started early and Bob's gut feeling says Tim English won't play again for the Dogs, there's sadness around Jake Kolodjashnij's footy career stalling, alignment issues at North Melbourne and why the Crows were right to not guarantee Matthew Nicks' job before their final. Plus, the boys try and sort out who sits where in the premiership pecking order, why Brisbane look tired rather than distracted and whether Justin Longmuir can help Fremantle avoid straight sets. 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 Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

AFL Monday: Who is premiership favourite? 07.09.2026 47min

Hawthorn soared, Sydney shocked, Adelaide silenced the critics, Geelong are prowling. Freo and Brisbane still have the pedigree, but who is flag favourite? Corbin ranks the likelihood of the potential Grand Final matchups. Marc Murphy grades Carlton’s 2026 season and likes the look of their future, even after they bowed out of the finals race. Plus, we asked you what sporting memorabilia you’ve found in the op shop, after Alastair Clarkson made a large blue-and-white donation to Vinnies. 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 Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

Wildcards wiped out as the top six become the last six 06.09.2026 1h 14min

With the Wildcard teams eliminated, is the team still fans of the extra finals match? Was Thursday night’s result more a case of good Hawthorn or bad Fremantle? What made Sydney’s win so impressive? And what grades do Carlton and the Bulldogs deserve?

AFL Saturday: Malthouse on Clarko 'The way it was done was humiliating' 05.09.2026

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in Week 1 of the AFL Finals Series. Can the Dockers bounce back after being found wanting against the Hawks? Is Matthew Nicks coaching for his survival tonight? Was Clarko disrespected by the Kangaroos? And how far can the Cats progress? Geelong Premiership defender Tom Stewart joins the team after his side ended Carlton's campaign with a 33 point victory at the MCG Friday night. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

North Melbourne's brutal honesty on Clarkson and who could cause an upset? 03.09.2026 38min

Brett Deledio reckons "honesty is always the best policy" and there's no doubt the Kangaroos were up front about Alastair Clarkson's sacking. Corbin, Ben and Lids applaud the straight talking and examine which direction North Melbourne go next. The second week of finals is here too and there's plenty at stake. The Fremantle and Hawks winner gets the good side of the draw, the Max Holmes decision is pivotal and the Crows hunger should be second to none. Plus, which game looms as an upset and why the Swans personnel changes might actually help their chances. 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 Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

The Pendlebury winners and losers and is Matthew Nicks' job on the line? 01.09.2026 42min

Corbin & Adam Ramanauskas devoured the Monday shows and have got thoughts on the biggest stories leading into week two of the finals. How is it possible that Matthew Nicks is coaching for his job this weekend and why does the public have that information? Who out of the Magpies, Suns, AFL and Pendlebury himself loses from his move north? Plus the games have begun surrounding Zak Butters, there's list manager questions around the Blues and Pies and a big selection squeeze at Brisbane. 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 Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

AFL Monday: Finals contenders and trade whispers worth watching 31.08.2026 47min

Wildcard round is in the rear-view mirror, are Melbourne fans mad they now won't have fixtures in September? Can Blues fans believe they've made it this far? Are the Bulldogs the underdogs in Adelaide? Who are your team's X-factor players, and who can ignite the Hawks? Plus, all the latest trade whispers.

And then there were 8, was the Wildcard round a success? 30.08.2026 1h 16min

Corbin and Ben are joined by Daniel Harford for a special Wildcard Round wrap episode. Regular Corbin and Ben segment ‘Flesh it out/throw it out’ makes a comeback. Which other players have closest traits to Nick Daicos? Plus, all your usual Sunday take-aways from the weekend’s action.

AFL Saturday: Ed Richards 'The Wildcard will be here to stay' 29.08.2026

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL's inaugural Wildcard Round. A missed shot at goal after the siren ended Collingwood's season, the career of Steele Sidebottom, and Scott Pendlebury's time at the Magpies with the announcement that he'll be heading to the Gold Coast. Western Bulldogs midfielder Ed Richards joins the team after his side prevailed over the Magpies by 3 points at the MCG Friday night. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

LIVE from The Railway Hotel with Bob and Marc Murphy 27.08.2026 1h 51min

Hear the first ever ABC AFL Daily live show at The Railway Hotel in Fitzroy North as Corbin, Ben, Marc Murphy and Bob Murphy chat footy to a packed pub. There’s a Wildcard Round preview with the Bont vs Daicos debate raging, anonymous AFL hot takes from the crowd and plenty more laughs and great tales. And listen next week to the show for details on our pre-Grand Final show, it’ll be AFL Daily’s night of nights. 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 Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

James Hird's fork in the road and let's rename Mad Monday 25.08.2026 40min

The Essendon conversation quickly turns from McVeigh's success to Hird's next move and Corbin & Bob Murphy survey the situation after ingesting the Monday footy shows. As well, the boys make a pros and cons list for Zak Butters next destination including Bob's lofty Bulldogs pitch. Plus, how does Wildcard weekend feel, why Mad Monday still has merit but should be renamed a 'wake' and why Harley Reid shouldn't be captain of West Coast in the near future. 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 Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

AFL Monday: Is McVeigh the right man or a compromise? 24.08.2026 46min

Essendon have appointed Mark McVeigh as their new head coach, but does this appease enough people? The All-Australian squad has been announced, is there anyone who deserves to be there but isn’t? Some of the industry’s worst-kept secrets are out, with Zak Butters and Ben King set to move on from their clubs. Plus, all the finals news ahead of the inaugural Wildcard 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 champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

Top ten solidified as emotions run high at the SCG 23.08.2026 34min

Both the Swans’ AFL men’s and women’s teams claimed victories at the SCG after a turbulent week at the club. Essendon looks set to name its senior coach next week, who will it be? Was Chris Fagan right to blow up at his players? Melbourne’s defeat to the Bulldogs spoiled the chance of a Carlton v Collingwood wildcard final. Plus, are double-headers good for the AFLW? 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 Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

AFL Saturday: Ball on Lions 'This team has the ability to buck history' 22.08.2026

AFL Saturday, with Clint Wheeldon, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 24, with the Brisbane Lions sending an ominous warning to the rest of the competition, thrashing the Magpies by 63 points at the MCG Friday night. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

The Sydney Swans scandal has “put up a mirror” to the entire AFL 21.08.2026 44min

"Culture is fluid, it's not a tattoo" is the biggest lesson for Bob Murphy out of the Sydney Swans scandal that has engulfed the footy world this week. Corbin, Ben and Bob reflect on their own learnings, the bigger picture of sexual violence in Australia and the sanctions and future of the five players. Onto the final round of the regular season, the boys wonder how the Demons go without Jacob van Rooyen, whether Carlton are better placed to keep something in reserve against Fremantle and why do Essendon still not have a coach? Plus, it'll be all eyes on the final game as Hawthorn try to make up percentage against West Coast. 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 Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin. 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 your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

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