Tactical and statistical previews of upcoming AFL matches.
Match PreviewsSaturday 26 September, MCG, 2.30pm AEST. Brisbane are chasing a three-peat and a fourth straight Grand Final. Fremantle are in their second ever, and their first since 2013. Neither of them won a final in the opening week.
Match PreviewsSydney host Fremantle at the SCG on Friday without their captain. Hawthorn host Brisbane at the MCG on Saturday. Both hosts have been rested a fortnight, both visitors have won a final in the last week — and the winners meet on 26 September.
Match PreviewsThe first-ever AFL wildcard bracket is set. Melbourne’s percentage cost them the week off, Carlton limped in on the last ticket — and two of these four are finished by Saturday night.
Match PreviewsThe minor premiers arrive at Marvel Stadium with nothing to lose. Carlton, a week after a draw they couldn't afford, have everything to.
Match PreviewsEighth hosts third on Friday night with finals shape on the line — Collingwood off a draw, Brisbane off a 42-point statement.