End of an Era: Steven May's Sudden Exit Leaves Demons in New Territory

Steven May has retired from AFL after 251 games, with Melbourne reaching a confidential settlement just two weeks before the 2026 season opener.

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Steven May Calls Time on AFL Career With Season Days Away

Melbourne's Steven May has retired from AFL just days before the 2026 season, ending a 251-game career that included the 2021 premiership.

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Steven May Hangs Up the Boots After 251 Games and One Unforgettable Flag

Melbourne's premiership full-back Steven May has retired with immediate effect, ending a 251-game AFL career days before the 2026 season opener.

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End of an Era: Steven May Hangs Up the Boots With a Heavy Heart

Steven May has retired from the AFL on the eve of the 2026 season, ending a 251-game career that included Melbourne's 2021 premiership and two All-Australian titles.

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The AFL tribunal's a hot mess - whether you agree with the Steven May ban or not, the inconsistency is glaring. Fans aren’t asking for harsh calls, just consistent ones. That’s not too much, is it? #AFL #MFC #StevenMay #AustralianRulesFootball

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