The best games of 2026 have arrived and with Grand Final spots on the line, everything you need to know is right here.

Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio run through all the key match-ups and factors that will decide Sydney vs Fremantle and Hawthorn vs Brisbane. Can Luke Jackson's Dockers be stopped or will the Swans unbelievable run continue? Are Fagan's Lions set for immortality or can the Hawks flex their MCG home ground advantage?

Plus Toby Greene has chosen Geelong, Greg Swann has enraged the fans, Corbin's ruffled some WA feathers and the boys share their favourite prelim memories.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Bob Murphy, Marc Murphy, Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Zak Butters arrival puts pressure on Luke Beveridge and he's not the only coach with a big 2027 looming as Lyon, Nicks and McQualter all coach in the final year of their contracts.

Corbin and Bob Murphy devoured the Monday footy shows and Zak Butters Bulldogs move dominates the conversation including how the deal gets done, what he'll bring to the Dogs and why their midfield reminds Bob of mid 2000's West Coast Eagles.

As well, there will be some Brownlow awkwardness around Heeney and the Swans, Patrick Voss may cause a rule change and Toby Greene is fighting FOMO.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Bob Murphy, Marc Murphy, Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Adam Ramanauskas joins the team to pull apart the weekend’s semifinals. Zak Butters has nominated the Bulldogs as his club of choice, but what will it take to make it work? The team give their one-word reviews for clubs that are no longer vying for finals and look ahead to the upcoming prelims.

Daniel Harford joins Corbin and Ben to wrap up the weekend’s semi-finals. Daniel recounts his firsthand Wharfie Time experience. Just how impressive was Brisbane’s blistering start which saw Adelaide barrelled out of September? Plus, all the key takeaways from the weekend.

Fremantle returned to their top of the table form and will take on Sydney in a Preliminary Final, after ending Geelong's 2026 campaign on Friday night.

Fremantle Coach Justin Longmuir joins the team following the Dockers 14 point win over the Cats.

How will Geelong review their season? How does Zak Butters get to the Bulldogs? And what can the AFL learn from the NFL?

These topics and more on AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news during Semi Finals Week of the AFL Finals Series.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Brisbane and Fremantle are in the crosshairs this weekend with their top four advantage on the line. Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio take you through both finals and discuss which team could wilt under pressure.

Should the Dockers do away with ‘Wharfie Time’ or press it early in the game to get it over and done with? Plus, did Geelong keep some aces up their sleeve in their last meeting in Perth and use their September experience to bundle our Fremantle?

Adelaide have received a blueprint from the Swans on how to beat Brisbane, the big question is can they implement it. And will the Lions defensive frailties of 2026 come back to bite them against a Crows team with a red hot Rankine and inspirational captain in Jordan Dawson?

It's Grand Final live show time too, click here to get tickets to our show at The Railway Hotel in Fitzroy North on Thursday Sept 24 with Corbin, Ben, Bob Murphy and Brett Deledio.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Silly season has started early and Bob's gut feeling says Tim English won't play again for the Dogs, there's sadness around Jake Kolodjashnij's footy career stalling, alignment issues at North Melbourne and why the Crows were right to not guarantee Matthew Nicks' job before their final.

Plus, the boys try and sort out who sits where in the premiership pecking order, why Brisbane look tired rather than distracted and whether Justin Longmuir can help Fremantle avoid straight sets.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Hawthorn soared, Sydney shocked, Adelaide silenced the critics, Geelong are prowling. Freo and Brisbane still have the pedigree, but who is flag favourite? Corbin ranks the likelihood of the potential Grand Final matchups.

Marc Murphy grades Carlton’s 2026 season and likes the look of their future, even after they bowed out of the finals race. Plus, we asked you what sporting memorabilia you’ve found in the op shop, after Alastair Clarkson made a large blue-and-white donation to Vinnies.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

With the Wildcard teams eliminated, is the team still fans of the extra finals match? Was Thursday night’s result more a case of good Hawthorn or bad Fremantle? What made Sydney’s win so impressive? And what grades do Carlton and the Bulldogs deserve?

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in Week 1 of the AFL Finals Series.

Can the Dockers bounce back after being found wanting against the Hawks? Is Matthew Nicks coaching for his survival tonight? Was Clarko disrespected by the Kangaroos? And how far can the Cats progress?

Geelong Premiership defender Tom Stewart joins the team after his side ended Carlton's campaign with a 33 point victory at the MCG Friday night.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport