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We know what your footy club did this summer … and here’s what to expect in 2026

AFL clubs balance injury recoveries, surgeries, and recruitment to cover squad gaps and key roles ahead of the 2026 season, with multiple ACL and soft-tissue injuries impacting team depth.

Summary by Sydney Morning Herald
Who got battered, and who got better? Our guide to the 2026 AFL off-season has all the information you need on who’s in form, who’s hurt and who’s trying something new as opening round approaches.

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Who got battered, and who got better? Our guide to the 2026 AFL off-season has all the information you need on who’s in form, who’s hurt and who’s trying something new as opening round approaches.

·Sydney, Australia
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Sydney Morning Herald broke the news in Sydney, Australia on Monday, February 2, 2026.
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