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AFL clubs manage team selections ahead of second week of finals

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 9:29 AM

Last updated Aug 31, 2026

AFL clubs manage team selections ahead of second week of finals
Summary

The 2026 AFL finals series progresses to its second week with teams preparing for upcoming qualifying and elimination matches. Clubs are currently navigating selection decisions and assessing player fitness as the competition intensifies. News regarding ruck rotations for Fremantle and the potential return of a key Adelaide player remains a focus for supporters. A Geelong player also faces a fitness test to determine availability for the next fixture. The ongoing selection process will define the final squads heading into the weekend's high-stakes games. Teams are expected to finalize their lineups following the outcome of these late-week assessments.

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  • •AFL finals continue with week two matches scheduled for this weekend.
  • •Fremantle is finalizing its ruck selection for the upcoming fixture.
  • •Adelaide expects a key player to return for the elimination final.
  • •A Geelong player is undergoing a fitness test ahead of selection.
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  • 9:29 AMAFL — Team whispers: Freo's ruck call, key Crow set to return, star Cat set for fitness test
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