AFL’s radical new fixture idea immediately shot down by Nick Riewoldt: ‘Garbage’
St Kilda legend Nick Riewoldt criticized the AFL's proposed fixture changes during a meeting on the Gold Coast. Riewoldt labeled tournament ideas as 'garbage' but supported a potential 20-game season. The league will restructure in 2028 with Tasmania entering as the 19th team, igniting ongoing debates about fixture fairness and financial impacts.
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Published 22 Jun 2026, 10:44 UTC · Updated 22 Jun 2026, 10:50 UTC
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