The AFL have today confirmed 2026 NAB AFLW Match Simulation and Pre-Season fixtures, with the Sydney Swans to host Hawthorn in an official Practice Match at the SCG on Friday, 24 July.

The Swans will play three match simulation trainings against Gold Coast, Brisbane and GIANTS respectively, while their official practice match against Hawthorn will be open to the public and free to attend.

The fixture will be the first time members and fans can watch their stars in action before Round 1 against Adelaide Crows on Saturday, August 16.

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Colin O'Riordan reveals our Australia v Ireland representatives

Sydney Swans AFLW senior coach Colin O'Riordan reveals our red and white representatives in the upcoming historic NAB AFLW Australia v Ireland match.

The practice match will be streamed on sydneyswans.com.au, with details to be provided closer to the date of the game.

MATCH SIMULATION TRAINING DETAILS

Sydney Swans v Gold Coast SUNS - Friday, July 10, 1:00pm (local) @ SCG

Brisbane Lions v Sydney Swans - Saturday, July 18, 12:00pm (local) @ Brighton Homes Arena

GWS GIANTS v Sydney Swans - Saturday, August 2, 2:35pm (local) @ Blacktown International Sports Park

PRACTICE MATCH DETAILS

Sydney Swans v Hawthorn - Saturday, July 24, 2:00pm @ SCG