Port Adelaide’s AFLW side will host Melbourne in a pre-season practice match at Alberton Oval as preparations ramp up for the 2026 NAB AFLW season.
The Power will take on the Demons on Saturday, 25 July from 11:30am local time, with the match free for fans to attend, and livestreamed via the club’s website.
The hit-out will provide supporters with their first opportunity to see Port Adelaide’s AFLW side in action ahead of Round 1, marking the first outing under new senior coach Glenn Strachan, while also offering a glimpse of the club’s established stars, new recruits and emerging talent.
Port Adelaide v Melbourne
Saturday, 25 July
11:30am ACST
Alberton Oval
In addition to the official practice match, Port Adelaide will also take part in three AFL-sanctioned match simulation sessions across July and early August as part of its pre-season program.
The Power will face West Coast in Perth first, Fremantle in the second at home, and Adelaide in the final hit-out before the home-and-away season begins.
Teams for the practice match will be announced 5pm local time on the day prior to the game.
Details on how fans can attend Port Adelaide’s match simulation sessions at Alberton Oval will be announced in the coming weeks.
