The AFL has confirmed the timeslots for the Preliminary Finals on Saturday 22 November for the 2025 NAB AFLW Finals Series, allowing fans to plan ahead as anticipation builds towards the pinnacle of the milestone 10th season.
Second Preliminary Final – Saturday 22 November, start time TBC
Brisbane Lions vs winner of Hawthorn and Carlton
Brighton Homes Arena
The penultimate weekend of the 2025 NAB AFLW Finals Series will culminate under lights on Saturday night at Brighton Homes Arena with the winners’ Grand Final opponent to be decided on Saturday afternoon at IKON Park.
The Brisbane Lions will take on either Hawthorn or Carlton at Brighton Homes Arena next Saturday night.
It will be the second meeting between the Lions and either side as they look to atone for losses to Round 1 and 3 respectively.
Brisbane Lions Head of Women’s Football, Breeanna Brock, says the team can’t wait to roar into another Preliminary Final in front of the Brighton Homes Arena faithful.
“This will be our sixth straight Preliminary Final and our second in a row right here at Brighton Homes Arena,” Brock said.
“Our fans have been incredible all season, we know they’re the best in the comp but there’s nothing like the energy of finals footy.”
The Lions are calling on every supporter to turn the arena into a sea of maroon, blue, and gold this Saturday night.
“Our last two Prelims have been absolute crackers it’s one of the best weekends on the footy calendar,” Brock added.
“So let’s pack out Brighton Homes Arena. Bring your friends, your family, your neighbours, whoever you can and help us make it an unforgettable night.
“At just $20 per adult and kids go free, it’s the perfect family night out, full of passion, pride, and finals footy at its best.
“Be loud. Be proud. Be there. Go Lions!”
Fans are in for a treat with an open training planned for Wednesday afternoon (19th), from 3:30pm at Brighton Homes Arena.
Tickets for Week Three of the 2025 NAB AFLW Finals will go on sale via Ticketmaster starting Monday 17 November, with a priority sales window opening at 12pm (AEDT) for competing club and AFL members and at 2pm (AEDT) for the general public.
Ticket prices across all weeks of the Finals Series have been frozen from 2024.
Junior fans (under 18) can attend finals matches in Week Three free of charge, however, must redeem a ticket in advance of the match via Ticketmaster. Ticket prices for adults are frozen at $20 for Preliminary Finals.
All matches in Week Three of the 2025 NAB AFLW Finals Series will be broadcast live nationally on the Seven Network, 7plus, Foxtel, Kayo and Binge.
