AFL Fixture News: Back to the Beginning in Gather Round
Carlton will open the Gather Round against Adelaide for the second time in four years. The Blues have received their second fixture update for the 2026 season, confirming their opponent for Gather Round. They will face Adelaide on Thursday night, restarting the event just as they did when the Gather Round began in 2023.
The footy festival has been favorable for Carlton in recent years, with victories against Western Australian teams in 2024 (Fremantle) and 2025 (West Coast).
2026 Gather Round Challenge
The upcoming 2026 event presents a tough challenge for Carlton, as they face the minor premiers at a venue where they have yet to defeat Adelaide in four previous encounters.
- Match: Adelaide vs Carlton
- Date: Thursday, 9 April 2026
- Time: 7:10pm local time (7:40pm AEST)
- Location: Adelaide Oval
AFLW Highlights
Jess Good will celebrate her 50th AFLW game on Saturday night. Francis Evans has revealed a connection to a Carlton footballer from a century ago. Additionally, two first-year Blues have earned spots in the 2025 AFLW 22under22 team.
“Watch the highlights from Sophie McKay's season that earned her a spot in the final 22 under 22 team.”
Author’s summary: Carlton repeats its Gather Round opener against Adelaide while facing a formidable challenge in 2026, alongside key milestones and rising stars in AFLW.
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