Jasmine Grierson (left) and Cynthia Hamilton celebrate during the semi-final between Geelong and Sydney at GMHBA Stadium on November 14, 2026. Picture: AFL Photos

WE'RE set for a huge preliminary final double-header, with both games to be played at Ikon Park next Saturday afternoon.

Two-time reigning premier North Melbourne hosts Sydney from 1.05pm AEDT, before Melbourne faces Carlton from 4.05pm AEDT.

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A single ticket will provide access to both games, with tickets to go on sale on Monday.

The winners will face off in the NAB AFLW Grand Final on Friday, November 27, which will be played at Ikon Park regardless of next weekend's results. The Grand Final start time is to be confirmed.

A general view during the 2026 qualifying final between North Melbourne and Carlton at Ikon Park on November 7, 2026. Picture: AFL Photos

WEEK THREE FINALS FIXTURE

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21

First preliminary final
North Melbourne v Sydney at Ikon Park, 1.05pm AEDT

Second preliminary final
Melbourne v Carlton at Ikon Park, 4.05pm AEDT

Ticketing information

Tickets go on sale on Monday, 16 November via Ticketmaster at 11am AEDT for competing Club and AFL Members, and 1pm AEDT for the general public.

Fans will be able to access both matches and enjoy a huge day of finals action with one ticket.

Adult tickets will remain at $20, while juniors (under 15) can attend for free but must redeem their free ticket via relevant ticketing agent in advance of the match.

Hosting rights

The 2026 NAB AFLW Grand Final will be held on Friday, 27 November, with the highest-ranked club earning the right to host. The start time will be confirmed once the venue is determined.

The rankings following the Preliminary Finals are as follows: 

RANK CLUB GRAND FINAL VENUE SHOULD THEY QUALIFY AS HIGHEST-RANKED CLUB
1st North Melbourne IKON Park
2nd Melbourne IKON Park
3rd Carlton IKON Park
4th Sydney Swans Henson Park