Geelong and Sydney vie for McClelland Trophy amid AFLW finals
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 6:06 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
Geelong and Sydney are positioned as favorites in the race for the McClelland Trophy ahead of their semi-final clash. Both teams can secure the $1 million prize, awarded based on final standings after the playoffs. North Melbourne and Melbourne have been eliminated, while Hawthorn and Carlton still have slim chances of competing for the trophy. A Sydney win coupled with a Carlton victory over Hawthorn would secure the trophy for the Swans, while a Geelong win under similar conditions could grant them the trophy amidst other scenarios. The action takes place this weekend.
- •Geelong and Sydney are favorites for the McClelland Trophy.
- •Semi-finals are scheduled for this weekend.
- •North Melbourne and Melbourne are out of contention.
- •Hawthorn and Carlton remain mathematically in the race.
- •Prize money is divided equally between clubs and players.
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"Geelong or Sydney are the teams in the box seat to take out the McClelland Trophy, while another two sides are still a mathematical chance
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