AFLW coaches prepare for trade decisions ahead of round six
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

As teams approach round six of the 2026 AFLW Fantasy season, coaches face critical trade decisions following a decisive round five. Injuries and suspensions have forced many to reassess their squads., Ella Heads is suspended, and Emma O'Driscoll is injured. Coaches are considering players like Laura Gardiner and Ash Richards as potential trade targets amid fluctuating player valuations. Key price changes feature Ashleigh Richards with a significant rise and Laura Stone facing a steep decline. Fantasy managers must balance the risk of selecting emerging players versus the reliability of established ones.
- •Round six of the AFLW Fantasy season is approaching on September 16.
- •Multiple key players are injured or suspended, affecting team strategies.
- •Top five rising and falling players include Ashleigh Richards and Laura Stone.
- •Coaches must decide between risky trades and established players for optimal performance.
- •Market fluctuations impact overall Fantasy points leading into this crucial round.
- 8:00 PMAFL — The AFLW Fantasy Download: Who to buy and sell ahead of R6
"Who are the players we should be thinking about ahead of round six of the 2026 AFLW Fantasy season?
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