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AFL confirms Mark and Goal of the Year award finalists for 2026

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Last updated Sep 2, 2026

AFL confirms Mark and Goal of the Year award finalists for 2026

Summary

The AFL has announced the three finalists for the 2026 Virgin Australia Mark of the Year and the 2026 Coles AFL Goal of the Year. Nominees for the mark of the year include Kysaiah Pickett, Shai Bolton, and Nick Watson for their efforts throughout the regular season. The goal of the year finalists are Bailey Williams, Kysaiah Pickett, and Conor McKenna. The AFL All Australian selection panel will determine the final winners for both categories. These selections will be officially announced at the 2026 Brownlow Medal ceremony on September 21. Fans may vote for their preferred choices on the league website, with additional opportunities for voters to win cash prizes provided by the award sponsors.

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Key Details

•Finalists for the mark of the year are Kysaiah Pickett, Shai Bolton, and Nick Watson.
•Goal of the year finalists consist of Bailey Williams, Kysaiah Pickett, and Conor McKenna.
•The AFL All Australian selection panel will decide the final winners.
•Awards will be presented at the 2026 Brownlow Medal on September 21.
•Fans can vote for their choices through the official AFL website.

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