The Rise and Fall of AFL State of Origin | A Forgotten Footy Era

AFL State of Origin was once one of the biggest events on the Australian football calendar — a true clash of pride, talent and state versus state rivalry. In this documentary-style episode of the Ankle Sore Podcast, we dive into the rise and fall of AFL/VFL State of Origin, and why a concept that once produced some of the greatest teams ever assembled slowly disappeared from the modern game. We relive the classic battles that defined the era — the fierce Victoria vs South Australia showdowns, the explosive and physical contests between Victoria and Western Australia, and the unforgettable moments involving the Allies, New South Wales and Tasmania. These matches brought together champions from rival clubs and turned them into teammates, creating a brand of football that felt bigger than premierships. From iconic performances to shifting priorities inside the AFL, this video explores how State of Origin became a forgotten footy era — and whether it could ever return. #AFL #AFLHistory #StateOfOrigin #VFL #FootyHistory #VictoriaVsSouthAustralia #VictoriaVsWA #TheAllies #TasmaniaFootball #NSWFootball #AnkleSorePodcast #AFLClassics