Gold Coast SUNS fans will get a pair of opportunities to see their side in action on the eve of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season.

The AFL has today confirmed the 2025 AAMI Community Series fixture which will see the SUNS host 2024 grand finalists Sydney at People First Stadium on Friday, February 28.

The Community Series fixture follows a pre-season match simulation training session against the Brisbane Lions and Collingwood at People First Stadium on Thursday, February 20 – start time and match details to be confirmed.

Entry to the venue for the AAMI Community Series match will be free for juniors. Further ticketing details for both matches will be communicated at a later date.

AAMI Community Series Matches will take on the following format:

  • Four quarters of 20 mins plus time on (as per AFL Premiership Season)
  • Squad of 30 players, eight interchange and four Emergencies. Minimum of four players on the Interchange Bench during the match at any time.
  • No interchange Cap.
  • Full panel of umpires appointed by the AFL

AFL Head of Strategy and Scheduling Josh Bowler said: “We are pleased to confirm the AAMI Community Series matches as we build towards another exciting season.

“The 2025 AAMI Community Series is a great opportunity for fans to get their first look at their teams for the season. We’re looking forward to seeing thousands of supporters get behind their clubs in what will be a great spectacle for the whole family,” said Bowler.