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AFL 2026 bench and concussion rules: what actually changed
The AFL now uses five interchange players instead of a tactical substitute. Head assessments and diagnosed concussions follow separate medical timelines.
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How to read an AFL score: goals, behinds and the total
An AFL score has goals, behinds and a total. Learn why 12.8 means 80 points, what the four posts do and which number decides the winner.
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Why behinds can decide an AFL match even though they are worth one point
A behind is only one point, but it changes totals, late-game choices and the way teams are rewarded for near misses. Here is why it can decide a match.
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