Every club's early fixture ranked, from toughest to easiestWhich clubs are expected to have an easy start to 2026, and who is set to struggle? We take a deep dive into the fixture of all 18 clubs
By Dejan Kalinic
afl.com.au
Feb 24, 2026RICHMONDOR: Bye
R1: v Carlton, MCG
R2: v Gold Coast, MCG
R3: v Fremantle, Optus Stadium
R4: v Port Adelaide, MCG
R5: v Greater Western Sydney, Barossa Park
R6: v North Melbourne, Marvel Stadium
Degree of difficulty OR-R6: 10.2 (12th hardest)
Games against 2025 finalists: 3
Interstate trips: 2
Degree of difficulty R7-11: 12.8 (18th hardest)
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