Sunday football ends with a pivotal showdown for Carlton (5-16) as they make the long journey to Perth to face the Eagles (12-9) in the AFL round 23.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch West Coast vs Carlton in the AFL, plus plenty more.
West Coast vs Carlton date and start time
| Date | Sunday, August 18, 2024 |
| Start time | 4:40 pm AEST/ 4:10 pm ACST/ 2:40 pm AWST |
| Venue | Optus Stadium |
| Location | Perth, Australia |
How to watch West Coast vs Carlton on TV & stream live online
There are several options to watch the West Coast vs Carlton AFL game in Australia, including Network Seven, Foxtel, Foxtel from Telstra, and Kayo Sports.
The best way to livestream the aforementioned AFL game is through Kayo with a seven-day free trial. It also does not have a lock-in contract or equipment fees, which means you can cancel anytime if you are no longer using it.
All you need to decide is whether you want to pick Kayo One at $25 per month (1 stream and up to HD), or Kayo Basic at $35 per month (2 streams and up to 4K).
What channel is West Coast vs Gold Coast game on?
The game will not be broadcast live on 7mate on free-to-air TV, but will be available to watch Fox Footy on pay TV. Triple M, ABC and AFL Nation will provide the radio coverage.
Streaming the game with a VPN
- Overview of VPN services that allow access to geo-restricted streams
- How to set up and use a VPN service to stream the match
You can watch the game from wherever you are in the world by using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) service such as NordVPN/ ExpressVPN. A VPN will allow you to create a secure connection online when you are abroad on holiday or for work and you want to stream the game live.
If you are not sure which VPN to use or how to use a VPN, we have taken a look at the best options available out there for watching live sports - check out the best VPN services review here.
Here’s an easy step-by-step guide on how to use a VPN to watch a game when you are overseas:
- Install VPN of your choice - see our reviews here for the best options.
- Select the location you wish to connect to. This is easy - if you are visiting the UK and you wish to continue watching one of your U.S. streaming services, you would select the US.
- Grab the popcorn and get ready to watch!
West Coast vs Carlton team news & lineups
West Coast's Tom Barrass failed a fitness test late last week and will need to prove he has overcome hamstring and back soreness before facing Carlton on Sunday. Harry Edwards is scheduled to return from concussion protocols and will be ready if he completes primary training.
Campbell Chesser was ruled out of WAFL play last weekend due to groin pain. Luke Edwards was still showing concussion symptoms late last week and has been declared out for the season. Likewise, Dom Sheed had a foot procedure on Tuesday.
As for Carlton, Harry McKay (quad), Charlie Curnow (ankle), Adam Saad (hamstring), and Jack Martin (hamstring) will all be unavailable for this weekend's crucial match for the Blues.
Lachie Fogarty and Jordan Boyd have been ruled out for the remainder of the season, further depleting Carlton's roster as they face a tough challenge ahead.
| West Coast Eagles | Position | Gold Coast SUNS |
|---|---|---|
| Brady Hough, Harry Edwards, Alex Witherden | FB | Sam Collins, Bodhi Uwland, Mac Andrew |
| Liam Duggan, Jeremy McGovern, Tom Cole | HB | Joel Jeffrey, Lachie Weller, Wil Powell |
| Jayden Hunt, Harley Reid, Reuben Ginbey | C | Brayden Fiorini, Noah Anderson, Sam Clohesy |
| Ryan Maric, Jake Waterman, Jamie Cripps | HF | Lloyd Johnston, David Swallow, Bailey Humphrey |
| Jack Darling, Oscar Allen, Liam Ryan | FF | Ben Long, Ben King, Jack Lukosius |
| Reilly O'Brien, Rory Laird, Sam Berry | FOL | Jarrod Witts, Sam Flanders, Matt Rowell |
| Harvey Johnston, Zane Trew, Clay Hall, Jack Williams, Tyrell Dewar | IC | Malcolm Rosas, Charlie Ballard, Alex Sexton, Will Graham, Nick Holman |
| Campbell Chesser, Archer Reid, Jai Culley | EMG | Darcy Macpherson, Ned Moyle, Thomas Berry |
West Coast vs Carlton Form
West Coast: LLLWW
| Round | Match |
|---|---|
| R22 | North Melbourne 97-102 West Coast |
| R21 | West Coast 97-87 Gold Coast |
| R20 | Fremantle 110-75 West Coast |
| R19 | St Kilda 113-41 West Coast |
| R18 | West Coast 93-106 Brisbane |
Carlton: LWLLL
| Round | Match |
|---|---|
| R22 | Carlton 38-112 Hawthorn |
| R21 | Collingwood 84-81 Carlton |
| R20 | Carlton 65-79 Port Adelaide |
| R19 | Carlton 107-88 North Melbourne |
| R18 | Western Bulldogs 100-86 Carlton |
West Coast vs Carlton Head-to-Head Results
| Year | Match |
|---|---|
| 2023 Round 19 | Carlton 140-69 West Coast |
| 2023 Round 7 | West Coast 44-152 Carlton |
| 2022 Round 17 | West Coast 53-116 Carlton |
| 2021 Round 12 | Carlton 73-95 West Coast |
| 2020 Round 11 | West Coast 72-50 Carlton |