An Australian Football League (AFL) team has 22 players available in a match, consisting of 18 players on the field and 4 interchange players on the bench who can be rotated throughout the game. Typically, the full squad size for a team includes around 30 players, with some reserves for injury or other needs.
Player Breakdown on Field and Bench
- 18 players actively on the field during play
- 4 players on the interchange bench, rotated during the match
Squad Size
- A full AFL team squad usually has about 30 players, including active players and reserves.
This system allows teams to manage player fatigue and injuries effectively during the match.