AFL Daily evaluates Sydney captaincy options and upcoming finals matches
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 9:30 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

The AFL Daily panel analyzes the Sydney leadership vacancy as the team searches for a replacement captain for Callum Mills ahead of the preliminary final. Discussions cover Fremantle’s current pressure entering Friday night’s matchup, with Sam Switkowski highlighted as a potential unsung contributor for the Dockers. The program also reviews the state of the Brisbane Lions following their recent loss and the impact of Zac Bailey signing a contract extension. Meanwhile, Adelaide experiences momentum following its first finals victory as the team moves past previous performance limitations. Analysts join together to examine these developments across the league as clubs prepare for the next round of finals competition.
- •Sydney requires a new captain for the upcoming preliminary final following Callum Mills.
- •Fremantle prepares for a significant match this Friday night.
- •Sam Switkowski is identified as a key player for the Dockers.
- •Zac Bailey signed a contract extension with the Brisbane Lions.
- •Adelaide maintains focus after securing its first finals victory.
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