AFL faces backlash over competitive balance and equalisation concerns
The AFL faces scrutiny over its competitive balance as concerns rise about equalisation. Media figures like Mark Duffield claim the league risks becoming the 'most unequalised equalised competition.' Despite ongoing changes to drafting and rules, teams like North Melbourne and West Coast struggle at the bottom, while clubs such as Brisbane and Geelong consistently vie for titles.
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Published 03 Jul 2026, 02:48 UTC · Updated 03 Jul 2026, 03:00 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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