Welcome to your comprehensive guide to the Isuzu UTE A-League Finals Series, where six teams are gearing up to compete for the championship in 2026.
Continue reading to discover all the essential details, from ticket purchases and match times to broadcasting information and the structure of the Finals Series – everything you need is conveniently compiled here.
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The Premiership winners, Newcastle Jets, alongside second-placed Adelaide United, are set to enjoy a week of rest and will be keenly watching the proceedings to see who they’ll face in the semi-finals.
Having claimed the Premiership in their inaugural season, Auckland FC will be aiming to secure their place in the semi-finals, but first, they must overcome the reigning champions, Melbourne City.
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The first of the two Elimination Finals is scheduled for Saturday, commencing at 3pm AEST at Go Media Stadium.
Attention will then turn to AAMI Park, where two of the A-League’s most successful clubs will clash in a thrilling Big Blue encounter.
Fourth-placed Melbourne Victory will host fifth-placed Sydney FC at 7:40pm AEST on Saturday night, competing for a ticket to the semi-finals.
Elimination Finals Tickets
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A-League Finals Format and Schedule
The 2026 Finals Series will adopt the format used in the previous season, commencing with two Elimination Finals.
Winners of the Elimination Finals will progress to a two-legged Semi-Final against the top two teams, with the winners then moving on to the Grand Final.
The Isuzu UTE A-League 2026 Finals Series is set to kick off over the weekend of 2nd – 3rd May, culminating in the Grand Final during the weekend of 23rd – 24th May.
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Newcastle Jets have cemented their status as Premiers and, having secured the top position, will skip the first week of the Finals Series. Both the Jets and second-placed Adelaide United advance directly to the Semi-Finals.
Auckland FC finished the season in third place and will welcome sixth-placed Melbourne City at Go Media Stadium on Saturday, May 2, for the first Elimination Final. Later that evening, fourth-placed Melbourne Victory will take on fifth-placed Sydney FC at AAMI Park.
The highest-ranked winner from the Elimination Finals will face Adelaide United in a two-legged Semi-Final, with Newcastle Jets competing against the lowest-ranked winner.
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Complete Finals Series Structure
Week 1: Elimination Finals
- Auckland FC vs Melbourne City, 3pm AEST on Saturday, May 2 at Go Media Stadium, Auckland – LIVE on Paramount+
- Melbourne Victory vs Sydney FC, 7:40pm AEST on Saturday, May 2 at AAMI Park, Melbourne – LIVE on Paramount+ and Network 10
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Week 2: Semi-Finals (Leg 1), 8-10 May
- Lowest Placed Elimination Final Winner vs Newcastle Jets (1)
- Highest Placed Elimination Final Winner vs Adelaide United (2)
Week 3: Semi-Finals (Leg 2), 15-17 May
- Newcastle Jets (1) vs Lowest Placed Elimination Final Winner, 7.40pm AEST on Saturday, May 16 at McDonald Jones Stadium
- Adelaide United (2) vs Highest Placed Elimination Final Winner, 7.35pm AEST on Friday, May 15 at Coopers Stadium.
Week 4: Grand Final, 23-24 May
- Highest Ranked Semi-Final Winner vs Lowest Ranked Semi-Final Winner
Venue and Ticket Information
Elimination Finals
Auckland FC vs Melbourne City – Saturday, May 2
Tuesday, 28th April 2026 @ 9am (AEST) – TICKETED MEMBERS
Tuesday, 28th April 2026 @ Midday – NON-TICKETED MEMBERS
Tuesday, 28th April 2026 @ 4pm (AEST) – GENERAL PUBLIC
Ticketed Members will have access to a 20% discount during an exclusive period from 9am to 4pm (AEST for matches in Australia and NZT for matches in NZ) on Tuesday, 28 April. Non-ticketed Members can avail of a 10% discount from midday to 4pm (AEST for matches in Australia and NZT for matches in NZ) on the same day.
Melbourne Victory vs Sydney FC – Saturday, May 2
Tuesday, 28th April 2026 @ 9am (AEST) – TICKETED MEMBERS
Tuesday, 28th April 2026 @ Midday – NON-TICKETED MEMBERS
Tuesday, 28th April 2026 @ 4pm (AEST) – GENERAL PUBLIC
Similar to the previous matchup, Ticketed Members can benefit from a 20% discount in an exclusive window from 9am to 4pm (AEST for matches in Australia and NZT for matches in NZ) on Tuesday, 28 April, while non-ticketed Members can enjoy a 10% discount from midday to 4pm on the same day.
Semi-Finals (Leg 1)
Fixture and ticketing details will be released after the conclusion of the Elimination Finals.
Semi-Finals (Leg 2)
Adelaide United vs Highest Placed Elimination Final Winner: Friday, May 15 – 7.35pm (AEST) @ Coopers Stadium
Tuesday, 28th April 2026 @ 9am (AEST) – TICKETED MEMBERS
Tuesday, 28th April 2026 @ Midday – NON-TICKETED MEMBERS
Tuesday, 28th April 2026 @ 4pm (AEST) – GENERAL PUBLIC
Newcastle Jets vs Lowest Placed Elimination Final Winner: Saturday, May 16 – 7:40pm (AEST) @ McDonald Jones Stadium
Tuesday, 28th April 2026 @ 9am (AEST) – TICKETED MEMBERS
Tuesday, 28th April 2026 @ Midday – NON-TICKETED MEMBERS
Tuesday, 28th April 2026 @ 4pm (AEST) – GENERAL PUBLIC
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How a Crazy Final Weekend Determined the Top Six
Having maintained their position at the top of the league for a considerable part of the season, the Newcastle Jets clinched their first-ever Premiership in the penultimate round, then followed it up with a convincing 4-0 victory over rivals Central Coast Mariners in the F3 Derby.
Adelaide United clinched second place in a dramatic turn of events, with striker Luka Jovanovic netting a 98th-minute winner against Melbourne City at AAMI Park, enabling the Reds to shift from the Elimination Finals directly to the Semi-Finals.
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This late goal from Jovanovic saw Auckland FC go from having a bye to hosting an Elimination Final, but their third-place finish secures them a home game at Go Media Stadium on Saturday.
Melbourne Victory rounded off the season in fourth place, sealing a home Elimination Final at AAMI Park thanks to a solid 2-0 win over last-placed Western Sydney Wanderers.
Sydney FC appeared poised to finish in second on the last day of the regular season, taking the lead twice against Auckland FC at Allianz Stadium, but a late equaliser saw them drop to fifth on the ladder.
The reigning champions, Melbourne City, were also competing for a home Elimination Final spot, but Adelaide’s dramatic late game turned saw them end up sixth, securing a date with Auckland FC in the Elimination Finals.
How to Keep Up with the 2026 A-League Finals Series
For viewers in Australia, the Isuzu UTE A-League 2026 Finals Series matches will be broadcast live across a combination of Network 10, 10 Play and Paramount+.
For fans in New Zealand, every match of the Isuzu UTE A-League 2026 Finals Series will be available live on Sky Sport and streamed via Sky Sport Now.
Stay updated with everything you need to know ahead of the Finals Series by following the A-Leagues on social media:
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The 2026 Finals Series will feature seven matches as six teams vie for the ultimate prize in the Isuzu UTE A-League.
Mark the weekend of May 23/24 in your calendars to witness the crowning of a champion, so be sure to grab your tickets to one of the seven Finals Series matches as the 21st season of the Isuzu UTE A-League heads towards its thrilling finale.
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