The 2026 AFL finals series continues Thursday evening with minor premier Fremantle hosting Hawthorn at Optus Stadium in Perth.
The Dockers have been the form team of the year but have suffered two losses in their last three appearances, including a 37-point defeat to Carlton last time out. The Hawks have also been spluttering along of late, losing to the Lions by 10 goals and sharing the points with Collingwood to close their home and away season.
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Stay tuned as ESPN's AFL team bring you all of the latest updates from this qualifying final at Optus Stadium.