The Brownlow Medal is still the most prestigious individual honour the AFL awards.
It is often the first accolade listed when a winner's career is reflected upon, and history is littered with the names of exceptional players who have taken home Charlie.
Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos is a historically short-priced favourite to claim the gong, after three successive podium finishes, and two consecutive years as the first bridesmaid.
The little champion averaged 34.9 disposals and more than a goal per game in season 2026.
The night will also see the Mark and Goal of the Year awarded, as well as the Jim Stynes Community Award.
Live blog
The official Brownlow Medal count is expected to begin at 8pm AEST.
Leaderboard:
Opening Round:
Three vote getters
Sydney vs Carlton:
Gold Coast vs Geelong:
GWS vs Hawthorn:
Brisbane vs Western Bulldogs:
St Kilda vs Collingwood:
Pre-event
Key timings: 2026 Brownlow Medal
| Seven Broadcast of the red carpet commences | 7:30pm |
| 2026 Charles Brownlow Medal live vote count broadcast to commence | 8pm |
| NAB AFL Goal of the Year and Virgin Australian AFL Mark of the Year | 8:40pm |
| Jim Stynes Community Award announcement | 9:05pm |
| 2026 Charles Brownlow Medal winner announcement | 10:30pm |
All times above are AEST.
BROADCAST DETAILS ON SEVEN
2026 Brownlow Medal Red Carpet
Syd and Bris: 7:30 pm on 7mate and 7plus
Melb: 7:30 pm on Channel 7 and 7plus
Ade: 7:00 pm on Channel 7 and 7plus
Perth: 5:30 pm on 7mate and 7plus
2026 Charles Brownlow Medal Count
Syd and Bris: 8:00 pm on 7mate and 7plus
Melb: 8:00 pm on Channel 7 and 7plus
Ade: 7:30 pm on Channel 7 and 7plus
Perth: 6:00pm on 7mate and 7plus, 7.00pm on Channel 7 and 7plus
