Round 21 2026 Season

The finish line for the home-and-away season is fast approaching, and Round 21 is set to deliver another high-stakes, action-packed weekend of football! Every point matters on the ladder, and this week’s slate features huge grudge matches, crucial top-eight clashes, and inter-state showdowns. Carlton vs. Brisbane Lions (Marvel Stadium): A massive finals-shaping rematch under the roof. Collingwood vs. Geelong Cats (MCG): A classic rivalry renewed in front of a monster MCG crowd. Essendon vs. Adelaide Crows (Marvel Stadium): High-stakes football with major ladder implications. Gold Coast Suns vs. Melbourne (People First Stadium): A crucial northern test for the Demons. Hawthorn vs. North Melbourne (UTAS Stadium): Tassie action as the Hawks take on a hungry Roos side. Richmond vs. West Coast Eagles (MCG): A desperate battle at the 'G with four vital points on the line. St Kilda vs. Sydney Swans (Marvel Stadium): Fast-paced footy to close out the round as the Swans head South.