Tom Papley of the Swans celebrates after kicking a goal during the AFL Round 6 match between the Sydney Swans and the GWS Giants at Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on April 17, 2026. AAP Image/Dean Lewins
The AFL will keep persisting with dual Friday night games, despite backlash from supporters.
Two Friday night games will take place across both of the next two weekends, while rounds later in the season will also involve matches going head-to-head in prime-time.
