AFL Teams Round 8 2026 Full Team Lists, Ins and Outs
Round 8 of the 2026 AFL season features a whirlwind of selection changes across the league. The Western Bulldogs make six changes, and Richmond faces more injury woes. Essendon welcomes back Nik Cox after an extended concussion layoff. Adelaide and Brisbane introduce fresh debutants, while Carlton reshuffles after a tough losing streak. Squad returns and injury news mark each key clash from Collingwood v Hawthorn through to Gold Coast v GWS, highlighting the round’s drama and unpredictability. Stay updated on all starting lineups and critical inclusions for every game.
- Western Bulldogs make 6 team changes; Richmond hit by new injuries.
- Essendon’s Nik Cox returns after long concussion battle; multiple debutants named.
- Carlton reshuffles after losses; all major ins/outs for every Round 8 match confirmed.
AFL Teams Round 8 2026 Full Team Lists
Collingwood vs Hawthorn
Thursday, April 30, 7:30pm at the MCG
Collingwood: Darcy Moore returns, but Jeremy Howe and Scott Pendlebury are managed, while Beau McCreery and Tim Membrey are injured.
Hawthorn: James Sicily and Dylan Moore return from suspension, with Harry Morrison and Jack Dalton omitted.
| Collingwood | POS | Hawthorn |
|---|---|---|
| B. Frampton, D. Moore, B. Maynard | B | J. Sicily, T. Barrass, J. Impey |
| H. Perryman, J. Daicos, I. Quaynor | HB | J. Scrimshaw, J. Battle, B. Hardwick |
| R. Steele, N. Long, J. Crisp | C | M. D’Ambrosio, C. Mackenzie, K. Amon |
| L. Schultz, P. Lipinski, W. Hayes | HF | C. Macdonald, M. Lewis, J. Gunston |
| D. McStay, J. Elliott, O. Steene | F | D. Moore, C. Dear, N. Watson |
| D. Cameron, N. Daicos, J. De Goey | FOLL | N. Reeves, J. Newcombe, J. Ward |
| D. Houston, W. Parker, S. Sidebottom, J. Buller, A. Anderson | I/C | J. Weddle, L. Meek, C. Nash, J. Ginnivan, F. Maginness |
Western Bulldogs vs Fremantle
Friday, May 1, 7:30pm at Marvel Stadium
Western Bulldogs: Tim English returns in one of six changes, while Adam Treloar is managed and five players are omitted.
Fremantle: Pat Voss returns after a late withdrawal last week, replacing the ill Judd McVee.
| Western Bulldogs | POS | Fremantle |
|---|---|---|
| M. Sellwood, B. Khamis, N. Coffield | B | B. Cox, A. Pearce, H. Chapman |
| H. Gallagher, J. Busslinger, B. Dale | HB | J. Clark, L. Ryan, K. Worner |
| A. Jones, M. Bontempelli, B. Williams | C | M. Frederick, A. Brayshaw, M. Johnson |
| R. Sanders, W. Lewis, L. Vandermeer | HF | S. Bolton, M. Reid, S. Switkowski |
| J. Freijah, A. Naughton, R. West | F | P. Voss, J. Treacy, J. Amiss |
| T. English, M. Kennedy, E. Richards | FOLL | L. Jackson, H. Young, C. Serong |
| L. Emmett, J. Dolan, L. Bramble, L. McNeil, S. Davidson | I/C | M. Cox, J. Sharp, I. Dudley, C. Wagner, N. Erasmus |
Adelaide Crows vs Port Adelaide
Friday, May 1, 8:10pm at Adelaide Oval
Adelaide: Dan Curtin returns for his first game of 2026, while Jordan Dawson misses again for personal reasons.
Port Adelaide: Todd Marshall returns, with Jack Watkins omitted.
| Adelaide Crows | POS | Port Adelaide |
|---|---|---|
| J. Worrell, J. Borlase, M. Michalanney | B | T. Marshall, L. Jones, M. Bergman |
| R. Laird, J. Butts, W. Milera | HB | J. Burgoyne, A. Aliir, K. Farrell |
| I. Cumming, B. Keays, B. Cook | C | E. Mackinlay, J. Horne-Francis, J. Wehr |
| I. Rankine, R. Thilthorpe, J. Rachele | HF | C. Moraes, M. Georgiades, J. Berry |
| D. Curtin, T. Walker, Z. Taylor | F | D. Byrne-Jones, J. Whitlock, J. Richards |
| L. McAndrew, S. Berry, J. Peatling | FOLL | J. Sweet, Z. Butters, W. Drew |
| L. Pedlar, A. Neal-Bullen, T. Murray, J. Soligo, H. Bond | I/C | C. Durdin, O. Wines, J. Lai, L. Evans, D. Visentini |
Essendon vs Brisbane Lions
Saturday, May 2, 12:35pm at Marvel Stadium
Essendon: Nik Cox returns for his first AFL game in 630 days, with four inclusions for the Bombers.
Brisbane: Dayne Zorko returns and Cody Curtin will debut, replacing injured forward Oscar Allen.
| Essendon | POS | Brisbane Lions |
|---|---|---|
| J. Prior, B. McKay, A. McGrath | B | K. Coleman, H. Andrews, R. Lester |
| A. Roberts, Z. Reid, J. Farrow | HB | D. Wilmot, J. Fletcher, D. Zorko |
| X. Duursma, J. Caldwell, A. Day-Wicks | C | H. McCluggage, W. Ashcroft, L. Ashcroft |
| D. Sharp, N. Caddy, S. Robey | HF | C. Cameron, T. Gallop, Z. Bailey |
| J. Gresham, K. Langford, T. Edwards | F | S. Draper, C. Rayner, L. Morris |
| P. Wright, Z. Merrett, S. Durham | FOLL | D. Fort, J. Dunkley, L. Neale |
| N. Cox, M. Kondogiannis, S. El-Hawli, J. Nguyen, L. Blakiston | I/C | K. Lohmann, L. McCarthy, C. McKenna, C. Curtin, B. Reville |
West Coast vs Richmond
Saturday, May 2, 4:15pm at Optus Stadium
West Coast: Matt Owies, Tom Cole and Harry Schoenberg come in as the Eagles add experience.
Richmond: Sam Lalor and Hugo Ralphsmith are injured, while Samson Ryan is omitted. Jayden Short returns.
| West Coast | POS | Richmond |
|---|---|---|
| L. Duggan, R. Ginbey, B. Hough | B | N. Vlastuin, B. Miller, N. Balta |
| T. McCarthy, T. Young, J. Lindsay | HB | N. Broad, J. Short, S. Grlj |
| W. Duursma, E. Yeo, R. Maric | C | P. Retschko, D. Prestia, K. McAuliffe |
| E. Hewett, J. Shanahan, L. Baker | HF | S. Campbell, S. Cumming, S. Green |
| M. Champion, J. Waterman, M. Murdock | F | J. Faull, T. Sonsie, T. Lynch |
| B. Williams, H. Reid, T. Kelly | FOLL | O. Hayes-Brown, J. Ross, J. Hopper |
| M. Owies, C. Duff-Tytler, T. Cole, H. Davis, H. Schoenberg | I/C | J. Trezise, T. Burton, T. Brown, C. Gray, M. Lefau |
Geelong vs North Melbourne
Saturday, May 2, 4:35pm at GMHBA Stadium
Geelong: Sam De Koning and Jake Kolodjashnij return, with Mark Blicavs injured and Jack Bowes managed.
North Melbourne: Charlie Comben returns, replacing omitted defender Toby Pink.
| Geelong | POS | North Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| C. O’Sullivan, J. Henry, T. Stewart | B | A. Corr, G. Logue, C. Comben |
| S. De Koning, Z. Guthrie, J. Kolodjashnij | HB | C. McKercher, C. Daniel, L. Parker |
| M. O’Connor, B. Smith, O. Dempsey | C | J. Simpkin, F. O’Sullivan, D. Stephens |
| J. Cameron, S. Mannagh, B. Close | HF | P. Curtis, C. Trembath, C. Spargo |
| P. Dangerfield, S. Neale, J. Martin | F | C. Zurhaar, N. Larkey, J. Darling |
| M. Edwards, T. Atkins, M. Holmes | FOLL | T. Xerri, L. Davies-Uniacke, H. Sheezel |
| L. Humphries, O. Mullin, T. Bruhn, J. Worpel, O. Henry | I/C | L. Dovaston, G. Wardlaw, Z. Duursma, L. McDonald, T. Powell |
Carlton vs St Kilda
Saturday, May 2, 7:35pm at Marvel Stadium
Carlton: The Blues swing the axe after five straight losses, with Adam Saad, Harry McKay, Marc Pittonet and Ollie Hollands all returning.
St Kilda: Liam Ryan and Hunter Clark are injured, with Liam Stocker and Liam Henry coming in.
| Carlton | POS | St Kilda |
|---|---|---|
| H. Dean, J. Weitering, A. Saad | B | J. Silvagni, C. Wilkie, A. Caminiti |
| O. Florent, M. McGovern, N. Newman | HB | J. Carroll, B. Hill, N. Wanganeen-Milera |
| O. Hollands, P. Cripps, M. Carroll | C | M. Windhager, M. Hall, D. Wilson |
| Z. Williams, J. Smith, F. Evans | HF | J. Higgins, M. Phillipou, M. Owens |
| B. Ainsworth, B. Kemp, H. McKay | F | M. Wood, C. Sharman, R. Marshall |
| M. Pittonet, A. Cerra, S. Walsh | FOLL | T. De Koning, S. Flanders, J. Sinclair |
| N. Haynes, L. Cowan, M. Cottrell, W. Hayward, L. Reidy | I/C | L. Stocker, D. Butler, D. Howard, L. Henry, H. Garcia |
Sydney Swans vs Melbourne
Sunday, May 3, 3:15pm at the SCG
Sydney: Isaac Heeney returns, but Tom McCartin is ruled out through injury.
Melbourne: Harrison Petty is named among the inclusions, with Jai Culley out injured.
| Sydney Swans | POS | Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| W. Edwards, L. Melican, D. Rampe | B | D. Turner, J. Lever, B. Howes |
| N. Blakey, C. Mills, R. Bice | HB | X. Taylor, T. Sparrow, C. Jiath |
| J. Serong, C. Warner, M. Roberts | C | K. Chandler, J. Steele, E. Langdon |
| J. Jordon, T. Papley, J. Lloyd | HF | B. Fritsch, B. Mihocek, M. Jefferson |
| J. Amartey, C. Curnow, M. Rosas | F | H. Sharp, J. van Rooyen, K. Pickett |
| B. Grundy, I. Heeney, J. McInerney | FOLL | M. Gawn, H. Langford, C. Windsor |
| S. Wicks, A. Sheldrick, H. Cunningham, L. McDonald, J. Rowbottom, H. McLean, B. Cootee, P. Ladhams | I/C | K. Tholstrup, B. Laurie, M. Heath, L. Pickett, H. Petty, P. Cross, J. Henderson, A. Moniz-Wakefield |
Gold Coast Suns vs GWS Giants
Sunday, May 3, 7:20pm at People First Stadium
Gold Coast: Jarrod Witts is managed, with Ned Moyle among five inclusions.
GWS Giants: Kieren Briggs returns after Nick Madden was ruled out with a knee injury.
| Gold Coast Suns | POS | GWS Giants |
|---|---|---|
| O. Adams, S. Collins, M. Andrew | B | J. Laverde, C. Idun, J. Buckley |
| B. Uwland, W. Powell, D. Rioli | HB | H. Himmelberg, L. Whitfield, L. Ash |
| L. Weller, C. Petracca, T. Miller | C | R. Angwin, C. Oliver, H. Thomas |
| W. Graham, B. Humphrey, L. Lombard | HF | T. Bedford, B. Daniels, P. Gothard |
| E. Read, B. King, B. Long | F | A. Cadman, J. Stringer, J. Hogan |
| N. Moyle, N. Anderson, M. Rowell | FOLL | K. Briggs, T. Greene, F. Callaghan |
| J. Noble, J. Walter, A. Davies, J. Ugle-Hagan, J. Jeffrey, J. Rogers, S. Clohesy, L. Gulbin | I/C | J. Leake, X. O’Halloran, S. Coniglio, O. Hannaford, L. Aleer, H. Rowston, J. Fonti, J. Riccardi |
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