Where to Watch AFL (Australia & Worldwide)
Australian Football (AFL) is broadcast across Australia and internationally through a mix of free-to-air TV, subscription channels and streaming services. This guide shows every way to watch AFL live, including the AFL Premiership, AFLW and Finals Series.
All platform names below (like Kayo, Foxtel, 7plus and Watch AFL) are clickable links to their official websites.
📺 Watch AFL in Australia
Kayo Sports (Streaming)
Kayo is the most popular way to stream AFL in Australia.
What you get:
• Every AFL match live
• AFLW games
• Replays + Minis
• Final Series
• Fox Footy programs
Foxtel & Foxtel Go
Traditional TV coverage plus streaming through Foxtel Go.
Includes:
•AFL Premiership matches
• AFLW coverage
• Finals Series
• Match analysis & AFL shows
👉 Foxtel
Channel 7 & 7Plus (Free)
Channel 7 is the free-to-air home of AFL in Australia.
Shows live:
• Thursday & Friday night matches (selected)
•Weekend AFL games
•AFL Finals Series
• AFL Grand Final
🌏 Watch AFL Overseas
Watch AFL (Worldwide Streaming)
The official international streaming service for AFL fans outside Australia.
Available in:
• UK & Europe
• USA & Canada
• Asia
• Africa
• Middle East
• Pacific Islands (excluding Australia & NZ)
Includes:
• Every AFL match live
• Finals Series
• AFL Grand Final
• On-demand replays
New Zealand
AFL coverage in New Zealand varies by season and broadcaster.
Common platforms include:
• Sky Sport NZ (selected matches)
• Watch AFL (full access)
United Kingdom & Europe
Coverage is available via:
• Watch AFL – full live and on-demand coverage
• Occasional highlights via international sports broadcasters
🏆 Where to Watch Each Competition
AFL Premiership
• Australia: Kayo, Foxtel, Channel 7
• International: Watch AFL
AFLW
• Kayo
• Foxtel
• Channel 7 (selected)
• Watch AFL (international)
AFL Finals Series
• Australia: Channel 7, Kayo, Foxtel
• International: Watch AFL
AFL Grand Final
• Australia: Channel 7 (free)
• International: Watch AFL
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Channel 7 free?
Yes — Channel 7 and 7plus are free to watch in Australia.
Does Kayo show every AFL game?
Yes — all matches including finals.
Can Australians use Watch AFL?
No — Watch AFL is for international viewers only.
What’s the cheapest way to watch AFL?
7plus for free matches.
Kayo Basic for full season coverage.
🔍 Summary Table
| Region | Best Options |
|---|---|
| Australia | Kayo, Foxtel, Channel 7 |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ, Watch AFL |
| UK | Watch AFL |
| USA / Canada | Watch AFL |
| Europe / Asia | Watch AFL |
📌 AFL Broadcasting Overview
Australian Football is broadcast globally through TV networks and streaming platforms including Kayo Sports, Foxtel, Channel 7, Sky Sport NZ and Watch AFL. Fans worldwide can watch live AFL matches, replays, highlights and major events including the AFL Finals Series and AFL Grand Final.