Adelaide Crows and United: How to Get Involved and What You Need to Know to Start

The Adelaide Crows are in the AFL finals series as the third-placed team, hosting a semi-final against Hawthorn at Adelaide Oval on Friday, September 12, 2026, at 7:10pm. Fans can start by planning to attend this match at the home ground.

Why the timing matters for supporters

The Crows finished the 2025 campaign as minor premiers and returned to the finals for the first time since 2017. This return gives local followers a clear point to re-engage with the team through the upcoming September fixture.

Venues and access points in Adelaide

Matches are set at Adelaide Oval for the Crows semi-final and at Coopers Stadium for Adelaide United. These grounds provide the direct locations where supporters can watch the teams in action.

Team records and player updates to note

The Crows hold a 6-1 record at Adelaide Oval in 2025-2026, are the league's highest-scoring team at 103.75 points per game, and hold the best percentage at 139.3%. Forward Josh Rachele has been confirmed to return for the semi-final against Hawthorn after missing the qualifying final loss to Collingwood. Adelaide United sits fifth in the Isuzu UTE A-League and will face third-placed Macarthur FC at Coopers Stadium on Friday, January 30, 2026, in Round 15.

Starting your involvement

Supporters can begin by marking the September 12, 2026, Adelaide Oval match and the January 30, 2026, Coopers Stadium fixture on their calendars. These confirmed dates and venues offer the immediate next steps for attending games and following both clubs.