The 2027 AFL season will feature a host of emotional reunions, with big-name recruits preparing to face the clubs they left behind during the trade and free agency period.
From former captains returning as rivals to premiership heroes lining up against their old teammates, several matchups loom as must-watch occasions across the season.
A total of 30 players found new homes during the trade and free agency period, making for an intriguing watch next season.
Here is when every AFL club will come up against its former players in 2027.
Collingwood
Lachie Neale (Brisbane)
Round 2 vs Brisbane at the Gabba (away)
Round 17 vs Brisbane at the MCG (home)
Jesse Hogan (GWS)
Round 16 vs GWS at the MCG (home)
Flynn Riley (Carlton)
Round 5 vs Carlton at the MCG (away)
Round 21 vs Carlton at the MCG (home)
