Sofia Hurley returns two weeks early for AFLW finals
Sydney's Sofia Hurley will play Sunday's final despite fracturing her ankle in round five, returning two weeks early.
Sofia Hurley will complete a stunning comeback for Sydney in Sunday's elimination final against the Western Bulldogs, returning from a fractured ankle much sooner than expected. The Swans have also brought back experienced campaigner Jas Grierson and forward Paris McCarthy.
The Western Bulldogs have recalled co-captain Isabelle Pritchard and former skipper Ellie Blackburn. Gold Coast has made five changes including the return of All-Australian players Daisy D'Arcy and Ava Usher, plus key back Charlotte Wilson playing her first game this year.
- Henson Park
- Match location
- 1.05pm AEDT Sunday
- Match time
- Round five
- Injury timing
- At least two weeks
- Early return length
Why it mattersThese team selections reshape Sunday's finals matchups, with key players returning just when it matters most for their finals push.
AustraliaAFLW fans will see their teams significantly strengthened or weakened by these moves ahead of the most important matches of the season.
