To close out the season in style, we’re wrapping up Round 24 with a deep dive into the vault for another classic edition of "First Time They Met." We’re looking back at the historic milestone matches where clubs finally broke through to secure their very first victory against their opponents.

• Gold Coast vs. St Kilda (R1, 2013): Gary Ablett taking absolute control in the final term to deliver the Suns a memorable 13-point comeback win over the Saints.

• Fremantle vs. Carlton (R3, 1996): The expansion Freo Dockers pulling off a massive 53-point shocker to snap Carlton’s historic 18-game winning streak.

• Footscray vs. Melbourne (R16, 1931): A wet-weather slog at the Western Oval where the Tricolours mastered the mud to top the Demons.

• Port Adelaide vs. Essendon (R17, 1997): Port’s dominant 6-goal third-quarter blitz to record their inaugural win over the Bombers.

Plus, we cover the history and stats behind Collingwood vs. Brisbane, Geelong vs. Richmond, Adelaide vs. GWS, Sydney vs. North Melbourne, and West Coast vs. Hawthorn!

It’s time to kick back one last time—this is our final episode of the year! We have a new podcast we are already working on that we will be releasing in early 2027. Thank you so much for tuning in, supporting the show, and riding shotgun with us all seaso

They’ve met, they’ve battled, and now they’re in the final lap. Round 23 of the 2026 season is here, and the race to the finals is closer than ever. Get the lowdown on the Kick to Kick Podcast as every match, every goal, and every point could determine who crosses the home-and-away finish line on top.

PS: There was a mix up with dates fro last weeks episode. Apologies

The finish line for the home-and-away season is fast approaching, and Round 21 is set to deliver another high-stakes, action-packed weekend of football! Every point matters on the ladder, and this week’s slate features huge grudge matches, crucial top-eight clashes, and inter-state showdowns.

• Carlton vs. Brisbane Lions (Marvel Stadium): A massive finals-shaping rematch under the roof.

• Collingwood vs. Geelong Cats (MCG): A classic rivalry renewed in front of a monster MCG crowd.

• Essendon vs. Adelaide Crows (Marvel Stadium): High-stakes football with major ladder implications.

• Gold Coast Suns vs. Melbourne (People First Stadium): A crucial northern test for the Demons.

• Hawthorn vs. North Melbourne (UTAS Stadium): Tassie action as the Hawks take on a hungry Roos side.

• Richmond vs. West Coast Eagles (MCG): A desperate battle at the 'G with four vital points on the line.

• St Kilda vs. Sydney Swans (Marvel Stadium): Fast-paced footy to close out the round as the Swans head South.