AFLW finals preview: Geelong and Melbourne face off at Ikon Park
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 4:48 AM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026
The AFLW finals commence with key matchups on November 7 at Ikon Park. Geelong faces Melbourne in the first qualifying final, with significant stakes, including a milestone game for Tyla Hanks. North Melbourne will play Carlton, who have yet to secure a win against the Kangaroos. Injuries and recent performances will heavily influence these matchups, particularly for Carlton, which will be without key player Claudia Whitfort. Geelong and Melbourne both enter with strong offensive records, while North Melbourne seeks to maintain its dominance over Carlton.
- •Geelong faces Melbourne at 1.05 PM AEDT
- •North Melbourne plays Carlton at 4.05 PM AEDT
- •Tyla Hanks makes her 100th appearance in finals
- •Carlton looks to end its losing streak against North Melbourne
- •Geelong ranks first in scores from stoppage plays
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"Grudge matches and history beckons for several teams. Our finals guide is here
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