Tom Liberatore retires from AFL after 268 games

AFL Tom Liberatore Western Bulldogs retirement Australian rules football

AFL midfielder Tom Liberatore has announced his retirement from professional football. The 34-year-old played 268 games for the Western Bulldogs, the club he supported as a child.

Liberatore’s decision follows a period of injury, including a series of concussions and knee issues that limited him to just 10 senior games during the 2026 season. His career concluded following the Bulldogs' elimination final loss to Adelaide.

Throughout his career, Liberatore was a highly decorated player, finishing on the podium for the club’s best and fairest awards seven times. His notable achievements include winning the club's best and fairest in 2014 and playing a key role in the Bulldogs' 2016 premiership season.

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Tom Liberatore · Western Bulldogs

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Veteran midfielder calls time on AFL career [www.perthnow.com.au]

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Western Bulldogs Champion Tom Liberatore Retires After 268 Games, Called 'Spiritual Catalyst' By Beveridge [www.ibtimes.com.au]

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AFL fan favourite calls it quits after decorated career [www.perthnow.com.au]

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Veteran midfielder reluctantly retires in sad end to AFL career [7news.com.au]

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AFL fan favourite calls it quits after decorated career [thewest.com.au]

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