Round 2 of the 2026 AFLW season continues with four matches on Saturday, as the Bulldogs host the Tigers to open the weekend.
Here's everything you need to know about Round 2, including the fixture, team news, tips, results, and more as it comes to hand!
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22
Western Bulldogs vs. Richmond
Whitten Oval, 2:05pm [AEST]
Team news: The Bulldogs could welcome back Elisabeth Georgostathis who missed last week's win whilst in concussion protocols. The Tigers still have a host of stars missing through injury, including Sarah Hosking and Ellie McKenzie, but none will be available in the short term.
ESPN tip: Tigers by 4 points
Result: TBA
West Coast vs. Gold Coast
Mineral Resources Park, 2:35pm [AEST]
Team news: TBA
ESPN tip: Eagles by 9 points
Result: TBA
Geelong vs. St Kilda
GMHBA Stadium, 5:00pm [AEST]
Team news: There's plenty of intrigue surrounding the Cats this week following their 73-point loss to the Kangas in Round 1. Nicola Stevens is still yet to debut for her new club after withdrawing from last week's clash with knee soreness. Meanwhile, J'Noemi Anderson suffered a hamstring injury during the Saints' season-opening clash with the Blues, with the 21-year-old expected to miss at least the next few weeks. Darcy Guttridge was listed as a test last week due to a back concern so is a name to watch at selection.
ESPN tip: Cats by 10 points
Result: TBA
Brisbane vs. North Melbourne
Brighton Homes Arena, 7:15pm [AEST]
Team news: Brisbane have suffered a huge blow with forward Dakota Davidson has receiving a one-game suspension for striking during the Round 1 win over Essendon. Speed machine Courtney Hodder was a late out last week but could be back in the selection frame, and Ally Anderson will miss 3-4 weeks with a hamstring injury. For the Roos, Emma Kearney is expected to return from a hamstring injury.
ESPN tip: Roos by 22 points
Result: TBA
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 16
Sydney vs. Essendon
SCG, 12:30pm [AEST]
Team news: Sydney gun Taylor Smith is no certainty this week after reporting calf tightness following the thrilling win over the Crows in Round 1.
ESPN tip: Swans by 11 points
Result: TBA
Collingwood vs. Fremantle
Victoria Park, 12:35pm [AEST]
Team news: Collingwood will still be without a host of stars this week, including Bri Davey. But four players with calf concerns -- Jordyn Allen, Imogen Barnett, Kalinda Howarth, and Lauren Butler -- are all close. For the Dockers, Holly Egan didn't suit up for last week's surprise defeat to the Power, so is every chance for Round 2 after being sidelined with a knee issue. Emma O'Driscoll (glute) and Madi Scanlon (foot) could be back next week.
ESPN tip: Dockers by 14 points
Result: TBA
Melbourne vs. GWS
Casey Fields, 2:35pm [AEST]
Team news: Luckless Demon Jacinta Hose suffered an ankle injury in the first half against the Hawks last week, which is a big blow considering star Lauren Pearce remains sidelined with a knee concern.
ESPN tip: Demons by 27 points
Result: TBA
Carlton vs. Adelaide
IKON Park, 3:20pm [AEST]
Team news: Sophie McKay (calf) and Keeley Sherar (quad) are both in the frame to return for the Blues this week if they get through main training unscathed.
ESPN tip: Crows by 12 points
Result: TBA
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Port Adelaide vs. Hawthorn
Alberton Oval, 5:20pm [AEST]
Team news: Hawthorn star Jasmine Fleming is dealing with a hamstring issue so is no certainty to face the Power.
ESPN tip: Hawks by 20 points
Result: TBA