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Rival coaches in awe of five-goal Demons star Petracca

Christian Petracca inspired a huge comeback and threatened to drag Melbourne over the line in an agonising one-point defeat to Carlton.

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Demons face another big MCG test against Blues

After becoming the first team to beat Geelong this season, Melbourne have another big test off a short break when they return to the MCG to play Carlton.

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Melbourne raring for red-hot Geelong litmus test

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says the Demons will welcome the opportunity of facing the AFL's best team in Geelong.

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Demons confident Christian Petracca can handle tags

Melbourne are taking the pressure off Christian Petracca as opposition AFL teams tag the explosive midfielder.

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Richmond coach Yze raring for Melbourne reunion

Former Melbourne assistant coach Adem Yze will take on his old club for the first time when he leads Richmond in the Anzac Day eve blockbuster.

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Rejuvenated Oliver ready to fire against Tigers: coach

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin expects star Clayton Oliver, fresh off finger surgery, to get back to his best in the Demons' blockbuster clash with Richmond.

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Lions' Zorko to address Answerth after 'crybaby' sign

Brisbane Lions veteran Dayne Zorko will speak with teammate Noah Answerth after the defender made an unsportsmanlike gesture towards Melbourne's Harrison Petty.

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Demons searching for more ahead of Lions showdown

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has warned that the high-flying Demons can play much better ahead of their MCG showdown with the Brisbane Lions.

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Demons continue to work with Pickett after another ban

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin insists Kysaiah Pickett has already been working on his pressuring technique after receiving a third ban in 12 months.

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Pickett handed one-match ban as Crow plays down clash

Melbourne forward Kysaiah Pickett is facing another ban for a high bump, despite Adelaide midfielder Jake Soligo insisting there wasn't much in the incident.

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Melbourne's confidence rising for May return: Goodwin

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says All-Australian defender Steven May is shaping for a return to action after just a one-game absence because of broken ribs.

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Drugs furore is galvanising Demons: coach Goodwin

Melbourne are being galvanised by the drugs controversy swirling around the AFL club, coach Simon Goodwin says.

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Jack Viney joins AFL's 200 Club, eyes family milestone

Melbourne midfielder Jack Viney is closing in on his father's AFL games tally, earning high praise from coach Simon Goodwin ahead of his 200th appearance.

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AFL clubs demand answers on secret drug tests: Goodwin

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says he has "no line of sight" on explosive whistleblower allegations of secret drug-testing of players facilitated by the AFL.

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'Tough' Demons star Steven May eyes Gather Round return

Melbourne key defender Steven May could miss just one AFL match despite sustaining fractured ribs in a nasty collision with Hawthorn's Mabior Chol.

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AFL 'unapologetic' after secret drug test allegations

The AFL has responded to explosive whistleblower allegations of secret drug-testing of players facilitated by the league.

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Goodwin rapt with Oliver's progress, on and off-field

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says midfielder Clayton Oliver is making strong progress after his well-documented woe off the field.

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Goodwin buoyed by Oliver's AFL return in loss to Swans

Clayton Oliver's performance on return after a turbulent off-season was a positive for Melbourne to take out of their loss to Sydney in the AFL season opener.

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Demons to use Brayshaw for inspiration in AFL flag tilt

Much-loved utility Angus Brayshaw retired on medical grounds last month but will continue to have a role with Melbourne in their pursuit of the 2024 flag.

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Webster faces big ban, 'please explain' for Clarkson

Two St Kilda players were on the receiving end of a spray from North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson after Jimmy Webster's heavy bump on Jy Simpkin.

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Demons coach Goodwin rejects 'drug culture' suggestions

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has joined fellow club leaders in insisting the AFL club does not have a drug culture.

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Dees star Clayton Oliver cleared for AFL season opener

Melbourne star Clayton Oliver will play in the AFL opening-round clash with Sydney after overcoming health issues that set him back over the summer.

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Demons aim high after AFL off-season from hell

A tumultuous off-season has turned a blowtorch on Melbourne as they seek to use adversity to their advantage in launching another AFL premiership assault.

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Demons guns fire against Carlton as Oliver steps up

Melbourne have tuned up for their AFL season opener with a 38-point thrashing of Carlton in a practice match and are buoyed by Clayton Oliver's reserves form.

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Demons will grow from AFL finals failure, says Goodwin

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin and chief executive Gary Pert were among the speakers at the AFL club's annual members forum, with plenty to discuss.

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