How to watch AFL in Australia
Selected AFL games are free every round on Channel 7, 7mate and 7plus. Every game is live on Fox Footy and Kayo Sports (paid).
Free TV by state
State-by-state splits aren't confirmed for AFL this round. The free and paid options below are the national picture — exact channels can differ by state, so check your local guide.
Watch free
Free-to-air: selected games each round + Grand Final
Official site →Paid options
Pricing
Paid plans as of 1 May 2026. Selected AFL games each round are free on Channel 7 or 7mate, with free streaming on 7plus. No subscription needed for those free picks.
Prices change. Confirm the current plan on the official site before you subscribe — FootyTonight is an independent guide.
Replays
Missed a game? Full replays are available after the final siren:
- AFL.com.au video hub — Full match replays and highlights
- 7plus — Free replays of Seven-broadcast games
- Kayo Sports — Every game on demand (subscription)
Frequently asked
Can I watch AFL for free in Australia?
Yes. Seven broadcasts selected games each round on Channel 7 or 7mate, with free streaming on 7plus. Games outside Seven's selection need Fox Footy or Kayo Sports. Check the match page for the exact game.
Which channel has AFL tonight?
It varies by game and state. Seven free picks are usually on Channel 7 or 7mate, streamed free on 7plus. Open tonight's match on FootyTonight to see free options first for your state.
Is AFL free on 7plus?
Seven's free selection streams free on 7plus — the same free games as Channel 7 / 7mate that round. Full-season every-game coverage still needs Kayo Sports or Fox Footy.
What is 7mate for AFL?
7mate is Seven's secondary free-to-air channel. Some free AFL games land on 7mate rather than Channel 7, especially when Seven is already carrying another live sport. 7plus still streams the free pick.
Do I need Kayo to watch every AFL game?
Kayo Sports and Fox Footy carry every game live. If you only want Seven's free games each round, you don't need a subscription.
Why is AFL TV coverage different in each state?
Free-to-air rights come with regional windows, so the free game in WA can be a paid game in NSW. That's why this guide shows availability state by state.
Where can I watch AFL replays?
Seven's games have free replays on 7plus, AFL.com.au hosts match replays, and Kayo Sports has full replays of every game.
How much does Kayo cost for AFL?
Kayo Sports is the main paid stream for every game (as of 1 May 2026): Kayo Standard $29.99/month (1 stream · up to HD); Kayo Premium $45.99/month (2 streams · up to 4K on selected events). Seven's free selection needs no paid plan. Fox Footy / Fox League sit inside Foxtel packs with their own pricing — check Foxtel for current packs. Always confirm on the official site.
FootyTonight is an independent guide and is not affiliated with the Australian Football League. Always confirm coverage with the broadcaster.