The history
First played in 1995, the Western Derby has been contested 56 times. West Coast lead the head-to-head 35 wins to 21. The Glendinning-Allan Medal goes to the best player on ground. Optus Stadium routinely sells out for derbies, with crowds north of 55,000 normal. The rivalry's intensity has produced some of the AFL's most memorable contests, including West Coast's 30-point comeback in 2018.
Recent coverage
1 May 2026
Friday Night at Marvel: Tim English Back, Aaron Naughton Plays, Dockers Look to Stay Second
6 May 2026
Round 9 Opener: Fremantle Host Hawthorn at Optus in a Top-Four Blockbuster Thursday Night
8 May 2026
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