How to watch AFL Grand Final 2025 on 7Plus — it's *FREE*

Bailey Smith of the Cats celebrates a goal during the AFL Second Preliminary Final match between the Geelong Cats and the Hawthorn Hawks at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 19, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia.

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You can watch the 2025 AFL Grand Final live on 7Plus in Australia, streaming for free on Saturday, September 27. The free stream includes English commentary, pre and post-match analysis as Geelong Cats and Brisbane Lions do battle at the MCG.

The 2025 AFL Grand Final kicks off at 2:30 P.M. AEST, which is 12:30 A.M. ET and 5:30 A.M. BST.

The Lions are targeting their second consecutive AFL title, with Cam Rayner and Zac Bailey likely to come to the fore if that is to happen. Meanwhile, the Cats are chasing an 11th flag and their first since 2022 with 24-year-old Bailey Smith helping lead their charge.

The Australian platform will stream every goal, behind, and tackle live from Melbourne. But how can you watch the AFL Grand Final free from anywhere? Can you get the free 7Plus streams in the U.S., and Canada? And what phones is the app available on?

Here's our full (and quick) guide on how to watch Geelong Cats vs Brisbane Lions in the 2025 AFL Grand Final free on 7Plus...

How to watch AFL Grand Final 2025 free on 7Plus

7Plus will be showing the AFL Grand Final for free to Australia residents.

You don't need a subscription to watch their select games live.

New to 7Plus? Register for a free account or download the app on your mobile device (iOS/Android)

OUTSIDE AUSTRALIA? ACCESS 7PLUS FROM ANYWHERE WITH A VPN.

We used it to watch the preliminary finals and the coverage and quality were superb!

How to watch AFL Grand Final 2025on 7Plus from anywhere

7Plus is only broadcasting the AFL Grand Final between Geelong Cats and Brisbane Lions to residents of Australia.

Footy lovers traveling or working outside Australia will need to use a VPN to access 7Plus's free AFL stream in the U.S.A, U.K. and Canada.

There are lots of VPNs but NordVPN is the one you can rely on to unblock 7Plus and stream AFL from the MCG like a pro...

It's really easy to use a VPN to watch the AFL Grand Final on 7Plus

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you want to watch the free AFL Grand Final stream on 7Plus, choose 'Australia' from the list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to 7Plus, sign in, and watch the AFL Grand Final for free.

What will 7Plus' AFL Grand Final 2025 coverage include?

7Plus is undoubtedly the top choice for streaming the AFL Grand Final this weekend. Live coverage begins 2:00 P.M. AEST, with the match “bounce” at 2:30 P.M. AEST.

Pre‑game entertainment includes a headline performance by Snoop Dogg, alongside Australian artists such as Tash Sultana, Baker Boy, Vera Blue, Mike Brady, Emma Donovan and Kee’ahn.

Commentary will come from the likes of James Brayshaw, Abbey Holmes and Brian Taylor, with boundary reporting from Mitch Cleary and Abbey Holmes. Meanwhile, the coverage will be led by Joel Selwood, Dale Thomas and Nick Riewoldt.

Following that you will be able to watch the Premiership Cup ceremony where either the Geelong Cats or Brisbane Lions will be lifting the trophy.

What devices can I watch the AFL Grand Final 2025 on 7Plus with?

Watch 7Plus on the following devices:

Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick
Android phones and tablets (Android OS 7.0 and newer)
Android TV (Google-certified models)
Apple AirPlay (via compatible iOS/macOS)
Apple iPhones and iPads (iOS 12 or later)
Apple TV (tvOS 12 or later, including Apple TV 4K and HD)
Chromecast (including Chromecast with Google TV)
Fetch TV (Mighty and Mini 4K)
Firefox (latest two versions)
Foxtel iQ (via 7plus app)
Freeview-certified TVs and devices (with HbbTV support)
Google Chrome (latest two versions)
Hisense TV (VIDAA U4 and newer)
LG Smart TV (webOS 4.0 or higher)
Microsoft Edge (latest two versions)
Mobile apps via the 7plus app on iOS and Android
PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 (via browser or supported app)
Safari (latest two versions)
Samsung Smart TV (Tizen OS, 2016 models and newer)

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Jacob is a journalist and editor based in the UK. He began his career at the University of Derby where he achieved a First-Class Honours in Specialist Sports Journalism. He has written articles for Football League World and previously worked at Yeovil Town Football Club. His specialties are all things sport and streaming services.

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