On September 18–19, 2026, Sydney Swans faced Fremantle Dockers and Hawthorn Hawks hosted Brisbane Lions in AFL preliminary finals to determine the last two spots in the grand final. The Dockers secured a place as minor premiers, with the other finalist to be determined.
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Sydney looks to book its spot in another grand final as it hosts minor premiers Fremantle in a preliminary final at the SCG. Follow live.
The Swans and Dockers take to the SCG in a preliminary final with the winner earning a place in next Saturday’s AFL grand final. Follow along live.
Hawthorn hosts dual reigning premiers Brisbane at the MCG in the preliminary final as both sides look to join Fremantle in next week's AFL grand final. Follow live.