Carlton’s elimination final details for next weekend have been officially confirmed. Following the Blues’ win last Friday night in the west, they secured a home final. The final round results of the home-and-away season set up a second meeting in as many weeks between Carlton and West Coast. This time, the match will take place at Carlton's home ground, IKON Park.
The first elimination final is scheduled to start on Saturday, 8 November, at 3:05 pm.
Watch the standout moments from Carlton’s recent victory against the Eagles. This will be the Blues' first final since the 2020 semi-final, where they defeated Brisbane at an empty IKON Park before the pandemic abruptly ended the season. Five years later, a new team faces the Eagles, who will play their first-ever AFLW final.
For more details, visit the AFLW finals hub.
Supporters can enjoy a free shuttle bus service to IKON Park on the match day.
Carlton’s return to finals football in 2025 is credited to strategic changes made to their AFLW program since 2022, demonstrating steady progress over three years.
"This will be the Blues’ first final since the 2020 semi final, where they triumphed over Brisbane at an empty IKON Park before the season was ended prematurely just hours afterwards due to the pandemic."
"It’s a brand new side that will head into the game with the Eagles, who will also be playing their first final in the Club’s AFLW history."
Author's summary: Carlton secures a home elimination final against West Coast at IKON Park on 8 November, marking their first AFLW finals appearance since 2020 and highlighting the club’s growth after recent program changes.