AFL finalists finalize injury assessments ahead of upcoming September matches

Remaining AFL finalists have issued updated injury reports as clubs prepare for critical matches. Brisbane prepares to face Sydney at the SCG, with co-captain McCluggage likely to return following training. Carlton management is evaluating the fitness of Nick Haynes and Will Hayward for the elimination final against Geelong, while the Cats expect Max Holmes to be available after he completed a full training session. Fremantle will see Jye Amiss, Heath Chapman, and Sam Switkowski return to the lineup for their upcoming game against Hawthorn, which faces its own personnel decisions with Jack Ginnivan and others undergoing fitness checks. Teams continue to manage depth through the finals series, with several players ruled out for the remainder of the season due to long-term injuries. Coaches are utilizing the week to confirm final team selections as clubs finalize strategies for the postseason schedule.

• 9:02 AMAFL — Medical room: The full AFL injury list, FW2