2026 VFL Finals Series Update: Geelong and Box Hill Advance

Geelong and Box Hill have positioned themselves favorably for the 2026 VFL Grand Final following their successful qualifying finals. Both teams secured victories, ensuring their advancement to the next stage of the competition.

Geelong triumphed over Tasmania in a home match, while Box Hill overcame the higher-ranked Werribee Tigers. In the upcoming semi-finals, Tasmania will host Essendon in a match between the 4th and 5th placed teams, with the winner set to face Geelong in the preliminary final. Meanwhile, Werribee will take on Port Melbourne, with the victor moving on to compete against Box Hill.

The semi-final matches are scheduled for Saturday, September 5, with Tasmania facing Essendon at North Hobart Oval and Werribee hosting Port Melbourne at Melbourne Avalon Oval.