Round 2 of the 2026 AFL season rolls around with seven matches scheduled across four days. It's also the first of the early bye rounds, with four teams having an early rest. We bring you our best bets for all games here!
Closing out Round 1 in the AFL is the most lopsided matchup of the season to date, as the Gold Coast Suns host the West Coast Eagles at People First Stadium. For this clash it’s simply a matter of by how much do the Suns win this one by?
Sunday’s Round 1 clash at the MCG sees Melbourne begin a new chapter against a St Kilda side eager to rebound after a narrow Opening Round defeat. We bring you our full preview and expert tips for the Demons vs Saints here
Sunday football kicks off at Docklands as North Melbourne and Port Adelaide begin their campaigns under the roof. The Roos and Power both had disappointing campaigns in 2025, so this presents as a big opportunity to get off to a winning start!
Super Saturday in the AFL for Round 1 is jam-packed with awesome matchups, with genuine contenders playing in all four matches. The last cab off the rank is the Magpies vs Crows at the MCG, which shapes as an intriguing contest that’s very tight in the betting markets.
Two of the AFL’s most consistent contenders of recent seasons meet under lights at the SCG as Sydney host reigning premiers Brisbane in what shapes as one of the standout games of Round 1.
Saturday twilight football takes place down the highway at the Cattery as Geelong look to bounce back from a horror performance in Opening Round. The Cats face Fremantle who many see as a contender this season, so we should be in for an entertaining contest!
Round 1 action continues at Marvel Stadium as the Western Bulldogs host the GWS Giants in what shapes as a high-quality early-season contest. Both sides opened their 2026 campaigns with wins and will be eager to build early momentum in a season where they both expect to be contending deep into September.
AFL Round 1 continues on Friday night with a matchup between Essendon and Hawthorn at the MCG. The Bombers are making their first official appearance of the season, while the Hawks will be aiming to bounce back after last week’s disappointing loss against the Giants.
Round 1 of the 2026 AFL season kicks off on Thursday night with the traditional clash between Carlton and Richmond. The Blues are coming off a demoralising week, while the Tigers will be playing their first official match of the season.
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