AFLW MATCH REVIEW: Fines galore after melees, Lion banned for striking
The match review for Saturday and Sunday's round one AFLW games is in.
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17th August 2026
Coaches' votes, R1: Six perfect 10s, Roos stars split votes
The coaches' votes for the round one games are in.
Second-year Tiger earns first Rising Star nom for season
Richmond's Sierra Grieves is the Telstra AFLW Rising Star for round one.
16th August 2026
Giants deliver huge upset with stunning win over Eagles
The Giants have upset the Eagles at Engie Stadium.
Port overpowers Dockers to make round one statement
Under new coach Glenn Strachan, the Power have beaten the Dockers in Perth.
Giants and Eagles face off in last game of R1. LIVE from 4.35pm AEST
Follow all the action from Sunday's AFLW games.
Swans produce fightback to overcome Crows in thriller
The Swans have charged home to overcome the Crows in a thriller.
Lions prove too good for Bombers as Davidson kicks four
A fast start has helped the Lions to a comfortable win over the Bombers.
Crows skipper on hosting, going solo and learning to live with Lions
Ebony Marinoff is now Adelaide's sole captain and has embraced the responsibility, bringing draftee Chloe Bown into her home.
One plays AFLW, the other AFL. On Sunday, their grandma gets to watch both
With two grandkids who usually play on opposite coasts, this weekend's AFL/AFLW double-header is the trip of a lifetime for Ella Roberts and Joe Fonti's grandmother.
15th August 2026
Dogs prove too good for wayward young Suns in the wet
With 10 debutants in its line up Gold Coast gave everything but couldn't match the experienced Western Bulldogs.
No.1 pick impresses as new-look Tigers too good for Pies
An strong debut by Olivia Wolmarans a bonus in Richmond's opening round win over Collingwood.
Roos’ romp rolls on with thumping of Cats making 28 straight
North Melbourne's winning streak has remained intact after running over Geelong on Saturday.
Suns debut 10 as they take on Bulldogs. LIVE from 7.15pm AEST
Follow all the action from Saturday's AFLW games.
The Tigers 'got left behind', but an off-season overhaul has sparked fresh optimism
After plenty of change in the off-season, Gabby Seymour is looking forward to seeing what the Tigers can produce in 2026.
'Such a unique position': New Swan makes most of access to AFL great
Since moving to Sydney from Brisbane, Taylor Smith has been hitting up Matthew Pavlich for extra advice.
14th August 2026
AFLW TEAMS: Bombers boost, Docker debut, Swans make Gardiner call
The teams for Sunday's round one AFLW games are in.
One year on: Pies' gun on Pendles, 'the Bounce' and being No.1
Sarah Black chats to Ash Centra, a year after being drafted by Collingwood with the first pick.
13th August 2026
Dees flex muscles late to launch new era in style against Hawks
Melbourne finished strongly to win their season-opener against Hawthorn.
Dockers driven by finals pain, seek to turn new AFLW home into fortress
Fremantle is keen to make its new home at Cockburn a difficult place to play.
AFLW TEAMS: Boost for Dogs, Cat to make long-awaited return, No.1 pick to debut
The teams for Saturday's round one matches are in, plus the squads for Sunday's games.
Lions hope road trip will reverse bizarre season-starting stat
Craig Starcevich thinks Brisbane's opening game being away could stop its trend of losing in round one.
AFLW live: Suns name extraordinary TEN debutants for season opener
Keep up to date with all the action from the 2026 NAB AFLW season in AFL.com.au's live blog.
Why proposed AFLW changes will make it harder to draft the next Sophie McKay
Clubs are preparing for an overhaul of the women's draft bidding system.
The 25: The AFLW's best players ranked ahead of the 2026 season
Welcome to 'The 25', where AFL.com.au's team of experts rank the best players in the game.
AFLW R1 preview: Big Cats questions, how will new-look sides stack up?
The formidable Roos await Geelong, while new coaches mean plenty of variables for several clubs.
The 'extreme' method helping Dees star continue her evolution
Tayla Harris keeps finding ways to evolve her game, and the Dee's latest move was extreme.
12th August 2026
AFLW TEAMS: Dee returns after ACL, Hawks make Fleming call
The teams are in for Thursday night's AFLW match between Hawthorn and Melbourne.
The perfect storm? Why the stars are aligning to present North's greatest challenge yet
Two of North Melbourne's biggest challengers have combined forces to present a big test for the all-conquering Roos.
AFLW injury list, R1 part 2: Bomber a test, Tiger's timeline revealed
Check out how your AFLW team is tracking ahead of round one.
Daisy's long road back: Suns defender raring to go after injury nightmare
Daisy D'Arcy will make her long-awaited return to the park after two years on the sidelines.
11th August 2026
AFLW Tribunal: Blues mid learns fate for rough tackle
Lila Keck has faced the Tribunal in a bid to overturn her one-game ban for a rough tackle on Bianca Jakobsson.
The awkward heat room run-in with Tom Stewart that has Amy McDonald avoiding DJ duties
While Amy McDonald's money-saving habits draw the ire of her teammates, they may actually be bringing the AFL and AFLW programs closer together.
Learning from the best: Swans pair's warning shot to the rest of the comp
Montana Ham and Lucy McEvoy turned an off-season trip to the United States into a training camp, working with NFL and MLB experts.
10th August 2026
Around the state leagues: Powerhouses on track for three-peat, finals races heat up
All the action from the women's state leagues around the country.
Luckless Tigers veteran to miss start of season with hamstring injury
Sarah Hosking is set for yet another stint on the sidelines with a hamstring injury.
The 'Luke Jackson type' on track to take the AFLW by storm
Versatile Blue Poppy Scholz made an impressive start to the AFLW season in the win over the Saints.
AFLW MATCH REVIEW: Blue banned for rough tackle
The match review is in for Sunday's AFLW round one match between St Kilda and Carlton.
9th August 2026
How Blues approached opener, Saints gun earns praise
The Blues wanted to impress in the season-opener, coach Mathew Buck said after the win over the Saints.
Blues hold off Saints' charge in front of huge crowd for season-opener
The Blues have withstood a comeback from the Saints in front of a huge crowd at Marvel Stadium.
Blues' book club: Inside the busy social schedule bringing Carlton together
Thrillers, fantasy and autobiographies are all on the reading list at the Blues.
Final teams in as Saints and Blues open W season. LIVE from 4.35pm AEST
Here's everything you need to know ahead of the season opener between St Kilda and Carlton.
WHO WINS R1? Sarah's big call, who's not backing the Blues?
AFL.com.au's expert AFLW tipsters are back for another season.
8th August 2026
'So much more to life than footy': The off-field lessons driving new Saints captain
Finding balance away from footy is helping Serene Watson achieve her best on the field, writes Sarah Black.
7th August 2026
AFLW TEAMS: Saints veteran to miss, three Blues to debut
The teams are in for Sunday's AFLW season-opener between St Kilda and Carlton.
6th August 2026
AFLW TEAMS: Blues shock as star duo to miss, Saints make tall call
The squads are in for Sunday's AFLW season-opener between St Kilda and Carlton.
One year on: Breakout Blue ditches viral celebrations, reflects on ADHD journey
Sophie McKay says she is giving up on the fake injury celebrations as she prepares for her second year in the AFLW.
5th August 2026
2026 Telstra AFL and AFLW Draft Combine lists announced
The AFL has today confirmed the list of players invited to the 2026 Telstra AFL and AFLW Draft Combines.
Full list of prospects revealed for 2026 AFLW Draft Combine
Forty-six up-and-coming AFLW footballers have been invited to this year's Draft Combine.
How O'Riordan gathered his flock of Swans mentors to guide Ireland
When he got the Ireland coaching job, Colin O'Riordan was straight on the phone to Tadhg Kennelly and Rhyce Shaw.
The watch list: AFLW players to keep an eye on in 2026
AFL.com.au names the player to watch at every club ahead of the 2026 NAB AFLW season.
4th August 2026
Australia v Ireland could be taken to Irish shores as AFL looks at next steps
Early talks have been held about making the Australia v Ireland clash an annual fixture.
Spud's Game gives season opener extra meaning, stars praise 'galvaniser' Fraser
St Kilda and Carlton come together on Sunday to celebrate Spud's Game with both the women's and men's playing at Marvel.
One game, many reasons: How Australia formed a bond, and why it had a point to prove
AFL.com.au spent time with the Aussie team during the sold-out Australia v Ireland game.
Power young gun's leap of faith pays off with new long-term deal
Ella Heads signs a four-year extension to remain at Port Adelaide.
3rd August 2026
Dominant Roos want more as rivals look to close the gap
Jasmine Garner says the dominant Kangaroos can still get better heading into the new season.
Around the state leagues: Finals close in, father-daughter prospects excite
All the action from the women's state leagues around the country.
W Daily: AFLW's best podcast is BACK, bigger and better than ever
AFL.com.au's AFLW podcast returns to your feeds with a daily edition in 2026.
1st August 2026
Big relief for clubs with no major injuries out of hard-hitting Aus v Ire footy game
Players didn't take a backwards step during the Australia v Ireland representative footy match, but no major injuries were recorded.
Aussies earn bragging rights over Ireland in cracking contest
Goals flowed and fans packed into North Sydney Oval to see Australia defeat Ireland in the first AFLW international game.
The Irish teammates who share a unique connection from before they were born
A connection between Jennifer Dunne or Aine McDonagh stretches back to before they were born.
31st July 2026
The little-known story of the AFLW's first Ireland game, 20 years ago
Saturday's representative footy game isn't the first time Australia and Ireland have faced off in women's footy.
WATCH O'LONG: Australia v Ireland fan watchalong LIVE from 4pm AEST
The AFL and Kayo SPORTS have teamed up for the first AFLW watch along ahead of Australia vs Ireland clash.
From Paris with love: How McCarthy's upbringing shaped her as an athlete
In foster care from three weeks old until she was a teenager, Paris McCarthy has been through more than most.
'Could be a little bit better': Australia v Ireland timing not ideal, says Crocker
Australia coach would have preferred representative clash further from beginning of AFLW season.
Golden girls: How an injury gave Lions star a chance to follow in her sister's footsteps
Bre Koenen will follow in her sister's footsteps when she gets her chance to represent Australia.
30th July 2026
National pride on the line as Australia and Ireland face off. LIVE from 4.15pm AEST
Here's everything you need to know ahead of the 2026 NAB AFLW Australia v Ireland game.
O'DWYER: The Irish don’t do things by halves, so expect more green jerseys than gold
Despite being played in Australia, don't be surprised if North Sydney Oval sounds more like Croke Park on Saturday.
29th July 2026
Her partner may be a Selwood, but in Ireland, this AFLW player is the famous name
A trip home to Ireland was a fun role reversal for Sarah Rowe and her partner Scott Selwood.
AFLW coaches juggle double duty in packed weekend
The Australia v Ireland match is creating a coaching squeeze for several AFLW clubs.
'Super special' initiative backed by Irish gun ahead of Australia clash
Eilish O'Dowd is happy with the decision to have player surnames on the back of guernseys for Australia v Ireland.
Time and broadcast changes confirmed for Rounds 1 and 2 of 2026 AFLW Season
Changes to the opening two rounds of the 2026 NAB AFLW Season have been announced.
28th July 2026
'We have grit': Irish underdogs ready to rock 'nonchalant' Aussies
In this week's episode of Tagged the crew talk about the big international clash, and the All-Ireland championship.
National pride on show as Australia v Ireland cup, medal unveiled
Chloe Molloy talks about what it means to represent her country as international clash nears.
Jumper numbers revealed for Australia v Ireland clash
Player surnames will feature on Australia and Ireland's guernseys for Saturday's game, while seniority has won out in competition for jumper numbers.
The scars still remain but Dog moves on from horror injury
It took time for Brit Gutknecht to get back on the ground after she broke her leg but she's relishing her new role at the Western Bulldogs.
27th July 2026
Around the state leagues: AFLW players tune up, finals-shaping results across the board
All the action from the women's state leagues around the country.
Practice match recaps: Bulldogs cruise to big win, Lions edge Cats in thriller
All the action from this weekend's AFLW practice matches.
In her own hometown Irish Roo plays second fiddle to her Crock star coach
Erika O'Shea says Australia coach Darren Crocker is a big thing in Macroom.
26th July 2026
Best of the best: Dual flag Lion, premiership skipper named Aus v Ire captains
The captains for Saturday's Australia v Ireland game have been revealed.
Full-circle moments for newly minted captains ahead of historic clash
Jasmine Garner and Orla O'Dwyer have been announced as captains of Australia and Ireland respectively.
25th July 2026
AFLW PRACTICE MATCH TEAMS: New Giants named, Dogs veterans to miss
The teams are in for this weekend's AFLW practice matches.
24th July 2026
Rare neck injury rules Cats defender out of AFLW season
Georgie Rankin won't play in the coming NAB AFLW season after suffering an unusual injury after a training collision.
Australia v Ireland rivalry spills into Lions' den
An international border has been drawn on Brisbane's training ground as teammates prepare for big clash.
23rd July 2026
Morrison and Fitzpatrick called up for historic Australia-Ireland clash
Australia and Ireland have made changes to their squads ahead of their historic clash.
UK soccer powerhouse poaches Swans footy boss
Sydney's head of women's football is heading to Chelsea Football Club, leaving the Swans searching for a replacement.
7th July 2026
New score review technology locked in for 2026 AFLW season
Vision-based score reviews will be introduced in the AFLW this season, replacing the smart ball.
Former Allies, Box Hill VFLW player joins Swans as replacement player
Sydney has replaced injured defender Alice Mitchell for the 2026 season.
From Peking Duk to 'Roaming Greg', this young gun is bringing the fun to the Bulldogs
Elaine Grigg is one of the AFLW's brightest characters and she is bringing plenty of energy to the Western Bulldogs.
6th July 2026
Bulldogs name co-captains as former skipper steps down from leadership group
The Bulldogs will go into the new season with co-captains.
Around the state leagues: Bottom-agers star, Tassie turns it on
All the action from the women's state leagues around the country.
WA ruck stars, northern academy guns light up U18 championships
Western Australia claims first win while Allies clinch a close one against Queensland.
An AA squad member and B&F runner-up, this Bomber still flies under the radar
Having signed a long-term deal with the Bombers, Amy Gaylor keeps flying under the radar despite being one of AFLW's bright young stars.
5th July 2026
Bringing the spark: Who is your club's biggest gamebreaker?
Our writers look at the players that can change a game in a matter of moments through sheer brilliance.
4th July 2026
Blues set to promote from within for new AFLW head of football
Eleni Valos is set to take the helm as the Blues' AFLW head of football.
The 'Golden Girls' ready to usher Suns into new era
Havana Harris and Ava Usher are just two of a growing group of Gold Coast Academy graduates.
3rd July 2026
Hawks hand ownership to players in unique pre-season approach
Hawthorn has looked to America's NFL to learn how to handle a long off-season period.
2nd July 2026
New coaching structure has Giants looking at a better future
Cam Bernasconi has been handed a contract extension and a lot more assistance for the upcoming season.
'I never thought coaching would suit me. I couldn't have been more wrong'
As part of Women's Coaching Month, Phoebe McWilliams reflects on how she found her purpose as a coach after her playing career came to an end.