Fremantle vs Melbourne Preview & Prediction | 2026 AFL | Regular Season | Round 2

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After an excellent first match in charge, Steven King takes his Melbourne side to Optus Stadium, where they will take on Fremantle.

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How to watch on TV: UK – TNT Sports / USA – Some matches are televised on Fox Sports channels

How to watch online: UK – discovery+ & Watch AFL / USA – Watch AFL

The prediction

Fremantle were on the receiving end of a stunning Geelong comeback last week, with Justin Longmuir's side ultimately ending up pointless from the GMHBA Stadium encounter.

Despite leading by 35 points at one stage, the Dockers were not able to hold off the Cats, but they must refocus here for what is their second match of the campaign.

Steven King's first game in charge of Melbourne was a memorable one as the Demons came out on top in a thriller with St Kilda.

In a topsy-turvy contest that saw several changes in momentum, King will be delighted with the manner in which is new side battled to victory.

This is a tough assignment for them in what is the first away match under his tenure, and Fremantle are the natural favourites on home turf. However, given the feel-good atmosphere in the Dockers camp at the moment, this could be one to go against the odds.

Fremantle vs Melbourne tip: Melbourne to win