The 2026/27 A-Leagues season kicks off this Friday, 16 October, with Sydney FC hosting Western Sydney Wanderers in the opening Sydney Derby at Allianz Stadium at 8 pm AEDT.
From Auckland FC’s title defence to local rivalries and new signings, there’s plenty to look forward to this season. With 28 matchweeks on the schedule, keeping track of every kick-off can be a challenge.
Fixtures can change, and when match details are spread across different websites and apps, it’s easy to miss what’s coming up.
That’s where the official A-Leagues digital calendar, powered by ECAL, comes in. Sync the fixtures to the calendar you already use and keep upcoming matches alongside your everyday plans. When fixture details change, updates flow through automatically.
Sync the A-Leagues fixtures to your calendar
A-Leagues 2026/27: Key Dates
- Season opener: Friday, 16 October 2026. Sydney FC vs Western Sydney Wanderers, 8 pm AEDT.
- Round 1 highlights: The Sydney Derby, Auckland FC vs Melbourne City, and the F3 Derby between Central Coast Mariners and Newcastle Jets.
- Season format: 28 matchweeks, with each A-League Men club playing 26 regular-season matches.
- AFC Asian Cup: 7 January to 5 February 2027 in Saudi Arabia.
- Grand Final: June 2027.
Round 1 and Players to Watch
The season gets underway with a derby, as Sydney FC and Western Sydney Wanderers meet on Friday night. Auckland FC then begin their title defence against Melbourne City at Go Media Stadium, while Central Coast Mariners and Newcastle Jets renew their rivalry in the F3 Derby.
There are also some interesting new faces to watch this season.
Brisbane Roar have added South Korean playmaker Nam Tae-hee and Moldovan international forward Virgiliu Postolachi. Macarthur FC have signed former Premier League winger Ryan Fraser, while Sydney FC welcome Japanese attacker Takahiro Sekine from Urawa Red Diamonds.
Melbourne City have also brought Awer Mabil back to the A-League after his time playing overseas.
For fans, new signings bring fresh storylines to follow, from how players settle into their new teams to the impact they make in established rivalries. Whether you follow one club or the entire competition, there’s plenty to keep an eye on from the opening round.
Football to Follow Through the Asian Cup
January brings another major event to the football calendar, with the 2027 AFC Asian Cup taking place in Saudi Arabia from 7 January to 5 February.
The A-Leagues plan to schedule domestic matches around the Socceroos’ group-stage fixtures during the tournament, giving fans more football to follow throughout the summer.
With club matches and international fixtures sharing the calendar, having your team’s schedule synced makes it easier to plan around kick-off times and keep up with what’s coming next.
How to Sync the A-Leagues Fixtures to Your Calendar
The official A-Leagues digital calendar, powered by ECAL, works with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar and Outlook. There’s no separate app to download, and you can choose to follow the full competition or just your favourite club.
Here’s how to get started:
- Visit the official A-Leagues digital calendar: aleagues.ecal.com.
- Choose your competition: Select A-League Men or Ninja A-League Women.
- Choose your fixtures: Follow every match or select your favourite club.
- Connect your calendar: Pick your calendar provider and follow the prompts to sync.
Once connected, your team’s fixtures appear alongside your existing plans. Where provided, event details can also include relevant match information, ticketing and broadcast or streaming links.
If fixture details change, updates flow through to your synced calendar, helping you stay up to date without manually editing each event.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 2026/27 A-Leagues season start?
The A-League Men season kicks off on Friday, 16 October 2026, with Sydney FC hosting Western Sydney Wanderers at Allianz Stadium at 8 pm AEDT.
Who are the reigning A-League Men champions?
Auckland FC begin their title defence against Melbourne City in Round 1.
Can I sync just my favourite club?
Yes. You can select your preferred club when setting up your calendar instead of following every fixture.
Will my calendar update if a match changes?
Yes. Once synced, fixture updates can flow through automatically, helping you keep track of changes without manually editing events.
Which calendar apps are supported?
The official A-Leagues digital calendar supports Google Calendar, Apple Calendar and Outlook.
