AFLW season records highest scores, attendance in 2026
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 7:27 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The 2026 NAB AFLW season has set records for scoring and attendance across the league. After five rounds, the average points per team per game is 46.4, a noticeable increase from 40.9 last season. Records also include attendance at games, with crowds 43 percent higher than last year, aided by double-headers with men's matches. Noteworthy match-ups include the Sydney Derby with a record 7,340 attendees at Henson Park. As the season progresses, expectations remain high for continued excitement and engagement from fans.
- •2026 season is the highest scoring in AFLW history
- •Average points per team per game increased to 46.4
- •Crowd attendance rose by 43 percent compared to last year
- •Sydney Derby drew a record 7,340 fans
- •Double-headers contribute to increased engagement and viewership
- 7:27 AMAFL — Big crowds, bigger scores: Record-breaking start for AFLW on and off field
"The 2026 AFLW season is the highest scoring on record, while crowds are up across the board
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