The 2025 AFL fixture has been met with enthusiasm by Western Australian clubs, particularly Fremantle, and it’s easy to see why. After years of lobbying for more equitable scheduling, both Fremantle and West Coast Eagles are reaping the benefits of a fixture that offers them favorable stretches, including more home games and less taxing travel schedules. This shift in scheduling not only supports the clubs’ performance goals but also addresses financial needs for interstate teams.
One of the key changes this season comes from North Melbourne’s decision to sell two home games annually for the next three years. This move has significantly benefitted Western Australian clubs, particularly Fremantle, by providing a more favorable fixture that includes important home games. For Fremantle, the timing of their “away” game against North Melbourne is ideal, adding a strategic advantage to their season.
A standout feature of Fremantle’s 2025 schedule is the sequence of home games following their Round 13 bye. Starting with a Round 14 matchup against North Melbourne at Optus Stadium, Fremantle will then play two more prime-time Thursday night fixtures against Essendon and St Kilda. This home stretch is crucial for the Dockers as they can build momentum before a tough final month of the season, where they will face strong opposition, including Carlton, Port Adelaide, Brisbane, and the Western Bulldogs.
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