AFL football matches are one of the most popular sporting events in Australia, attracting millions of fans both in stadiums and through television broadcasts. The Australian Football League features 18 teams competing in a season that runs from March to September, with each team playing 22 matches in the regular season before the finals series.
The game is known for its fast-paced action, high scoring, and physical demands on players. Matches are played on large oval-shaped fields, with four quarters of 20 minutes each plus time-on. The objective is to score goals by kicking the ball between the central goal posts, worth six points, or behind posts, worth one point.
Key features of AFL matches include the mark （catching a kicked ball）, tackling, and the unique bouncing of the ball by the umpire to restart play. The Grand Final, held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, is the championship decider and one of the biggest annual sporting events in Australia. |
