21:33
TRSF: The inspiring act that sparked Dogs, will this flaw 'haunt' Hawks?
Xander McGuire and Tom Mitchell bring you The Round So Far for Opening Round
Lions face nervous wait over co-captains, Dogs won't dwell on past
Brisbane could be without two of its most important players for next week's clash with Sydney
08:12
Highlights: Brisbane v Western Bulldogs
The Lions and Bulldogs clash in Opening Round of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
Injury-ravaged Giants pass pain to Hawks in Opening Round win
Greater Western Sydney reverses its 2025 elimination final loss to Hawthorn in a powerful performance
match report
Highlights: Brisbane v Western Bulldogs
The Lions and Bulldogs clash in Opening Round of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:12
Highlights: Brisbane v Western Bulldogs
The Lions and Bulldogs clash in Opening Round of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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03:51
Last two mins: Dogs hold firm against reigning premiers
The thrilling final moments between Brisbane and Western Bulldogs in Opening Round
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16:31
First Up: Kane's huge Suns call, the major issue Cats keep ignoring
Kane Cornes and Nat Edwards unpack a huge start to Opening Round
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08:04
Highlights: GWS v Hawthorn
The Giants and Hawks clash in Opening Round of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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03:29
Why Daicos could be next to leave Victoria
Kane Cornes and Nat Edwards discuss the future of Collingwood's brightest star
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08:03
Highlights: Gold Coast v Geelong
The Suns and Cats clash in Opening Round of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:06
Highlights: Sydney v Carlton
The Swans and Blues clash in Opening Round of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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03:59
All 12 Swans goals from astonishing third quarter
Sydney unleashes a breathtaking scoring blitz with 12 goals in the third term to take complete control of the contest after half-time
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21:24
22 Days: How Lions turned QF failure into GF triumph
The 2025 AFL Grand Final film, featuring exclusive access inside Brisbane's premiership
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11:08
Top secrets: Skippers match their rivals to quirky habits, guilty pleasures
We asked the 18 AFL captains' partners for a fun fact that people wouldn't know about them, and then got their rivals to match them up. Watch the hilarious results from Captains Day
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Coming soon: 'Return of the Pride', the story of Brisbane's return to glory
Hosts Josh Gabelich and Michael Whiting are joined by all the key figures in a new six-part podcast series coming to AFL.com.au
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Fit-again Tiger set for midfield jump after '10 times better' pre-season
After hamstring setbacks in his debut year, Sam Lalor is fit and primed for a bigger midfield role in 2026
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The 'little things' that have been Dockers' big off-season focus
Dockers coach Justin Longmuir chats to AFL.com.au's Nathan Schmook about improving on last season, his trip to the USA and more
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Why it's not just 'Trac' and Jamarra that will help Suns rise
Suns coach Damien Hardwick sat down with AFL.com.au's Michael Whiting ahead of the start of Gold Coast's season
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Oh snap! The best pics from your team's photo day
Check out the best photos from the clubs' official team photo days, as snapped by the AFL Photos team
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AFL shows in 2026: Kane on Friday night, AFL Daily's new look, Footy Feed refresh
A new timeslot for First Up with Kane Cornes, and fresh looks for two favourites are part of the AFL line-up of shows in 2026
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The perceived disadvantage Longmuir is confident Dockers can overcome
While he believes playing in Opening Round is an advantage for the Cats, Justin Longmuir is confident about the Dockers' round one chances
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OpinionOpinion
Expert predictions: Damo's huge flag call, clear favourite for Rising Star
Premiership, Brownlow, recruit of the year. We make the call
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Your club's standout player from the practice games
Check out the players who caught our eye during the 2026 pre-season practice matches
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Don't go, Bailey: Hardwick's mission to keep rising star at Suns
Damien Hardwick says it's up to the club to ensure Bailey Humphrey doesn't want to explore a move away at the end of the season
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The 25: Swans, Lions dominate list of the best 25 players in the AFL
Welcome back to 'The 25', where AFL.com.au's team of experts rank the best players in the game
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It's always Sunny: How Gold Coast became a destination club
After years in the footy wilderness, Gold Coast is finally retaining - and attracting - players across both programs
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FantasyFantasy
Opening Round Fantasy takeaways and watchlist: Locks, rookies, roles, more
Check out the Fantasy watchlist and takeaways for Opening Round
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FantasyFantasy
Fantasy news: Returning Cat praised, Suns happy with debutant
Stay up to date with all the Fantasy news this pre-season
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FantasyFantasy
DOWNLOAD NOW: The 2026 AFL Fantasy Draft Kit
Download this year's Fantasy Draft Kit, plus a bonus stats spreadsheet
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FantasyFantasy
The Traders' call as big ruck decision faces Fantasy coaches
We take a look at what Fantasy coaches could be considering as a big ruck decision looms
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FantasyFantasy
Fantasy Draft primer: Must-read tips, sleepers, strategy
Are you ready to dominate your Fantasy Draft? Calvin offers his advice
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FantasyFantasy
LISTEN: Fantasy Draft tips and tricks
Thousands of AFL Fantasy Draft leagues will host drafts this weekend
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FantasyFantasy
Madness or magic? Ranking the Fantasy mid-pricers
Roy ranks the top 10 Fantasy mid-pricers for this season
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FantasyFantasy
Jumping on the trends, pre-season bolters: Warnie reveals his Fantasy team
Warnie reveals his AFL Fantasy Classic team following the pre-season games
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FantasyFantasy
Ultimate Fantasy cheat sheet: Points, CBAs, kick-ins, more
All the Fantasy points, CBAs, kick-ins, time on ground from the AAMI Community Series
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FantasyFantasy
LISTEN: AAMI Community Series Fantasy wrap
The Traders run through their key takeaways from the AAMI Community Series
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Dogs chase down Lions in a season-opening stunner
Brisbane and the Western Bulldogs play out a classic see-sawing battle at the Gabba
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Mitchell rues Hawks' disappointing loss, Kingsley lauds Clarry's Giant debut
Hawthorn coach says his side 'got what we deserved', while GWS loves what star recruit delivered
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Injury-ravaged Giants pass pain to Hawks in Opening Round win
Greater Western Sydney reverses its 2025 elimination final loss to Hawthorn in a powerful performance
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MATCH REVIEW: Young Suns midfielder fined for umpire contact
The Match Review findings from Friday night's Opening Round game are in
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Suns star puts 'self-doubt' aside to recapture his best
Suns star Christian Petracca admits he had doubts over whether he could recapture his best form
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'We won’t be over-reacting': Cats keep cool after Suns belting
Geelong isn't panicking after a 56-point drubbing at the hands of Gold Coast on Friday night
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TEAMS: Saints unleash recruits, Pies load up on stars
The teams for Sunday's game between St Kilda and Collingwood have been named
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MATCH REVIEW: Five players sanctioned after fiery Swans-Blues clash
The match review findings from Thursday night's game are in
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'They know what they're doing': Lyon not buying Magpies demise
Ross Lyon believes Collingwood remains a big threat ahead of their Opening Round clash despite many tipping the Pies to slide this season
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LISTEN: Same problems for hapless Blues, how will Suns use Petracca?
Join Damian Barrett and Joey Pignataro for AFL Daily
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20:02
Mini-Match: Brisbane v Western Bulldogs
Extended highlights of the Lions and Bulldogs clash in Opening Round of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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11:39
Full post-match, OR: Bulldogs
Watch Western Bulldogs’s press conference after opening round match against Brisbane
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20:04
Mini-Match: GWS v Hawthorn
Extended highlights of the Giants and Hawks clash in Opening Round of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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05:15
Full post-match, OR: Lions
Watch Brisbane’s press conference after opening round match against Western Bulldogs
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03:28
Quick Recap: Brisbane v Western Bulldogs
Short highlights of the Lions and Bulldogs clash in Opening Round of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:12
Highlights: Brisbane v Western Bulldogs
The Lions and Bulldogs clash in Opening Round of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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03:51
Last two mins: Dogs hold firm against reigning premiers
The thrilling final moments between Brisbane and Western Bulldogs in Opening Round
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00:36
Gardiner concedes crucial 50m after late contact
Aaron Naughton boots an important goal from the square after Darcy Gardiner recklessly charges into the Bulldog in the final minutes
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00:33
Lion and Dog tangle after Zac’s late whack
Zac Bailey may face a nervous wait from the MRO following this strike on Michael Sellwood
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00:54
Did this dancing Dog just kick Goal of the Year?
Bailey Williams sells more candy in one play than most sell all season in a mesmerising piece of skill to put his hand up for Goal of the Year
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00:38
Is Lions captain in danger after stray arm rules out Dog?
Harris Andrews may find himself in hot water after contact on Arty Jones rules the Bulldog out with concussion
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00:45
Allen breaks through as a Lion
Oscar Allen receives the perfect bounce on the goal line before slotting his first major for Brisbane
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00:38
New Dog Budarick strikes from distance
Connor Budarick nails this booming finish from distance for his first goal in Dogs colours
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00:47
‘Take me home Charlie’: Cameron ignites Gabba
Charlie Cameron kicks a quick double in the second quarter to fire the Lions
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Full post-match, OR: Hawks
Watch Hawthorn’s press conference after opening round match against GWS
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00:50
'He’s an artist’: New season, same old Bont
Marcus Bontempelli hits the scoreboard in the first term after a clever gather and finish
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00:41
Great Zane: Debut delight for Zakostelsky
Zane Zakostelsky nails his first AFL goal on debut and gets swamped by his teammates
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09:42
Full post-match, OR: Giants
Watch GWS’s press conference after opening round match against Hawthorn
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03:27
Quick Recap: GWS v Hawthorn
Short highlights of the Giants and Hawks clash in Opening Round of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Entertainment line-up announced for 2026 Pepsi Collective at Gather Round
The AFL has confirmed the line-up for the 2026 Pepsi Collective, the elevated match day offering at Adelaide Oval at the upcoming AFL Gather Round…A Festival of Footy.
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AFL to introduce new ARC Mandatory Permanent Removal Process
The AFL will introduce a new ARC Mandatory Permanent Removal Process for 2026
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Craig Drummond Elected to AFL Commission as Chair
Craig Drummond has been elected to the AFL Commission and will serve as Chair to replace the retiring Richard Goyder
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Richard Goyder Retirement From AFL Commission
The Annual General Meeting of the AFL saw the retirement of Richard Goyder from the AFL Commission
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Vale Dennis Cometti
The AFL mourns the passing of Hall of Fame commentator and broadcaster Dennis Cometti
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Captains have their say ahead of 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
Ahead of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season all 18 club captains have shared their predictions on how the season’s biggest moments will unfold.
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AFL confirms updates to healthcare guidelines and policies
Changes have been made to some healthcare guidelines and policies ahead of the 2026 AFL and AFLW seasons
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Footy's back! AFL launches Opening Round in Sydney
The AFL launched 2026 AFL Opening Round in Sydney on Monday
