Group stages, tournaments and draft positions: The AFL’s radical fixture ideas
The AFL proposed four fixture models to club CEOs on Monday, including a radical group stage format for the 2028 season. This model, which involves teams playing 20 matches followed by divisional play to determine finals positions, aims to engage younger fans and enhance competition. Tasmania will join as the league’s 19th.
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Published 22 Jun 2026, 07:15 UTC · Updated 22 Jun 2026, 07:20 UTC
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