SANFL bringing 2026 Season Launch to Rundle Mall

“Launching the 2026 Hostplus SANFL and SANFLW seasons in Rundle Mall – the heart of the CBD – is a fantastic way to bring our league, clubs and fans together ahead of a new season,” SANFL CEO Darren Chandler said.

“Taking the season launch to such an iconic location allows us to engage with even more fans and invite people into the SANFL experience before the first bounce of the season.

“This coincides with the launch of our ‘A League of Our Own’ campaign, which celebrates what makes SANFL football so special – our proud clubs, passionate supporters and the strong connection to communities right across South Australia.

“The campaign is about celebrating our fans and inviting more people to experience the excitement, atmosphere and quality of SANFL football.

“The launch of a new SANFL season is always an exciting time for the league, our clubs, and the fans, and we are looking forward to welcoming fans back to SANFL venues from this Friday, for Round 1 when traditional rivals Norwood host Sturt at The Parade.”

Round 1 of the Hostplus SANFL League gets underway this Friday when Norwood host reigning premiers at Coopers Stadium from 7:40pm.

The action continues on Saturday when South Adelaide host Woodville-West Torrens at Magain Stadium at 2:10pm, as West Adelaide – under new coach Nathan Bassett – take on Adelaide at Richmond Oval from 2:10pm.

Elsewhere, Port Adelaide will come up against Glenelg at Alberton Oval from 4:10pm, the match broadcast live and free on 7Mate and 7Plus from 4pm.

Round 1 concludes when Central District face off against a new North Adelaide outfit – led by Josh Francou – at 4:10pm, which will be broadcast on 1629 SEN and the SEN App.