The 2026 AFL Awards night is set on Tuesday, 25 August 2026, with live coverage of football stars making their red carpet entries. The event will showcase the league's All Australian team and select the Rising Star winner. Outlets such as afl.com.au, ABC News, and Fox Sports are offering real-time updates of the event.
Top contenders gather for the ceremony, where one superstar eyes an historic achievement. Geelong Cats player Connor O'Sullivan spoke to reporters ahead of the announcements. The All Australian team selection tops the list of honours.