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What will we see in this year's AFL fixture release?

AFLVideoPremium11 things we’d like to see in 2027 fixture for our WA clubs

The release of the AFL fixture is imminent - and as always, there’s plenty of looming points of intrigue. Here’s what we’d like to see in next year’s schedule from the point of view of Fremantle and West Coast.

Chris Robinson

Jed Bews of the Cats in action during the 2026 VFL season.

WAFLVideoPremiumBews’ surprising AFL admission amid fresh Eagles move

Premiership Geelong defender Jed Bews has revealed how former teammates helped sell West Coast to him as he commits to doing whatever he can to help bolster the young Eagles defence. 

Jake Santa Maria

Some Freo fans will have to leave work early to get to next year’s season opener.

AFLVideoDockers fans dudded by early start time for season opener

Fremantle fans may face a challenge getting in their seats in time for the opening ball-up of next season, with the Dockers scheduled for their earliest-ever start to a non-holiday weekday game in WA.

Chris Robinson

Amy Franklin’s importance to West Coast was clear to see in their

AFLWPremiumThe Eagle who is ‘so important’ to West Coast’s fortunes

Only a week after being held to their lowest score of the AFLW season, one West Coast forward was cruical as they managed highest for the year before their clash with Sydney reached half-time.

Josh Kempton

It was a tough weekend for the WA sides.

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LAIDLEY’S RATINGS: Eagles, Dockers buckle under pressure

It was a tough weekend for the WA sides as the Eagles’ finals hopes were erased by Sydney, while the Dockers need a huge win in the final game after losing to Geelong. Danielle Laidley rates every player.

Danielle Laidley

As Malakai Champion’s future gets decided, West Coast have expanded on their potential strategy for filling their three vacant list spots.

AFLVideoPremiumMalakai to learn fate as Eagles make call on last list spots

As Malakai Champion’s future gets decided, West Coast have expanded on their potential strategy for filling their three vacant list spots.

Mitchell Woodcock

Shai Bolton and Marcus Bontempelli will square off when Freo and the Western Bulldogs do battle in round one next year.

AFLVideoPremiumFreo set for Thursday night blockbuster to open new season

Fremantle are tipped to begin their season with a blockbuster home game against the Western Bulldogs, with this year’s minor premiers and grand finalists set to earn a Thursday night timeslot to open 2027.

Mitchell Woodcock

The Dockers will take on Nick Watson’s Hawks at Gather Round next season.

AFLVideoFreo grudge match locked in as Gather Round fixture revealed

Fremantle will have Saturday night’s primetime Gather Round fixture slot as their first opportunity at revenge for last season’s finals loss against Hawthorn.

Chris Robinson

Hayley Miller and the Dockers will be cheering on West Coast next weekend.

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‘Little bit weird’: Why Dockers star is cheering for Eagles

You aren’t going to find Fremantle fans or players cheering for West Coast very often, but Hayley Miller’s admitted that’s exactly what she’ll be doing.

Craig O'Donoghue

West Coast cannot make the AFLW finals after suffering a loss to Sydney.

AFLWPremiumThe area Eagles need to improve after missing AFLW finals

After West Coast’s slim finals hopes were snuffed out in a loss to Sydney on Sunday, one of their co-captains pinpointed an area which requires improvement if they are to return to the top eight next year.

Josh Kempton

Glen Jakovich and Wayne Carey during one of their many battles.

AFLPremiumHALL OF CHAMPIONS: How Jakovich tamed the King

West Coast great Glen Jakovich will be inducted into the WA Hall of Champions next month. He shares his story with Glen Quartermain, including looking back on his many epic battles against Wayne Carey.

Glen Quartermain

West Coast played with plenty of endeavour, but went down to Sydney.

AFLWEagles’ remote finals hopes dashed by slick Swans

West Coast’s remote hopes of back-to-back appearances in the AFLW finals are now all but an impossibility after a 22-point loss to Sydney.

Josh Kempton

How your favourite footy stars are spending the break

AFLPremiumHow your favourite footy stars are spending the break

From soaking up European sun to watching Test cricket in South Africa, here’s how WA’s AFL players are kicking back. SEE THE PICS

James Palumbo

Danielle Laidley runs the rule over ever Eagles' season.

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LAIDLEY’S SEASON RATINGS: Every Eagles season’s rated

It was a small step on an increasingly long rebuild for West Coast in 2026, as Danielle Laidley reveals her average season ratings for every Eagle this season.

Danielle Laidley

Rowan Marshall of the Saints and Harry Barnett of the Eagles contest the ruck.

AFLVideoPremiumAxed Eagle Barnett reflects on remarkable West Coast debut

Former West Coast ruckman Harry Barnett spoke to The West Australian about his remarkable AFL debut in 2023, his time at the Eagles and what is next for the 22-year-old as he looks to get a second chance.

Mitchell Woodcock

Several of West Coast’s star young players are Vegas-bound.

AFLVideoPremiumEagles’ stars bound for Vegas UFC Performance Institute

Several of West Coast’s star young players are Vegas-bound for a week-long training camp at the UFC’s elite training centre.

Aaron Kirby

Jed Bews and Zac Walker have officially joined the Eagles WAFL team

WAFLVideoFormer Cats defender Bews signs two-year deal at West Coast

Geelong premiership backman Jed Bews has signed a two-year deal to play for West Coast’s WAFL side as they look to return to finals for the first time since 2019.

Mitchell Woodcock

Jack Williams is on the lookout for a new AFL home.

AFLVideoPremiumEx-Eagle confirms Tassie interest after ‘tough’ axing

Recently discarded Eagle Jack Williams admits it was ‘tough' to take the news his West Coast journey was over, but believes he still has plenty to offer as he looks for a second AFL chance.

Jake Santa Maria

West Coast star Emma Swanson.

AFLWEmma’s swansong? Inaugural Eagle weighing up her future

As Emma Swanson prepares to make West Coast history with her 75th appearance for the club, the former skipper has conceded she’s unsure whether she will play on in 2027.

Mitchell Woodcock

Ruby Schleicher is heading back to WA.

AFLWSchleicher bound for Eagles - and Fish could be too

Daisy Pearce has revealed Ruby Schleicher has nominated West Coast over cross-town rivals Fremantle for her WA return, while the Eagles will also make a play for Zippy Fish.

Mitchell Woodcock

Amy Franklin of the Eagles celebrates a goal.

AFLWEagles lock down key forward target on new deal

West Coast have secured their forward future with Amy Franklin recommitting to the Eagles amid a breakout season.

Jake Santa Maria

Trent Rivers is still the leading man for Melbourne's calendar

AFLVideoNo love lost as Rivers still face of the Demons

It appears Melbourne are not ready to say goodbye to one of their premiership stars, with newly minted Eagle Trent Rivers still the face of their 2027 calendar.

Jake Santa Maria

Chris Scerri, Trent Rivers and Reuben Ginbey are set to be among the inclusions for Freo and West Coast respectively following their most recent line-ups.

AFLVideoPremiumWay-too-early look at 2027 best line-ups for Eagles, Freo

Yes, round one of 2027 is still 21 weeks away... but it’s never too early to take a sneak peek at what your club’s best 23 might look like next season. Get our early thoughts and have your say!

Chris Robinson

Matt Owies has had his contract cut short by West Coast.

AFLVideoEagles make early call to cut small forward

West Coast have delisted former Carlton small forward Matt Owies despite still having a year to run on his contract.

Mitchell Woodcock