In 2026, the Sydney Swans are prelim bound. 

Locking in second spot at the conclusion of the regular home and away season, we had a commanding victory over the Brisbane Lions at the SCG in the Qualifying Final.

We will now host a Preliminary Final at the SCG against the Fremantle Dockers on Friday, September 18 at 7:40pm AEST.

Sydney Swans v Fremantle

Friday 18th September

7.40pm AEST

SCG



All Preliminary Finals will be broadcast live nationally across the Seven Network and Foxtel and streamed via 7plus, Kayo and Binge. 

Members, you will receive an email on Sunday, September 13 with all the details of the Preliminary Final member pre-sale to be held Monday, September 14 via Ticketmaster.

The Finals Match Day Hub will be your go-to location for key match information, ticketing, member access, FAQs and more. 

2026 Finals Schedule

Wildcard Finals Round: August 28 – 30, 2026
Qualifying & Elimination Finals (Week 1): September 3 – 6, 2026
Semi-Finals (Week 2): September 11 – 12, 2026
Preliminary Finals (Week 3): September 18 – 19, 2026
Grand Final (Week 4): Saturday, September 26, 2026 at the MCG