The Western Bulldogs have confirmed the list of players that will make-up the COVID Contingency List as part of the Playing List Guidelines.

Introduced as a measure to help provide flexibility to Clubs while navigating increased COVID-19 risks, these additional players may be used when the Primary List is significantly impacted by AFL Health and Safety Protocols.

“While the ongoing pandemic will continue to challenge us, we remain committed to completing the season for supporters in a way that prioritises the health and safety of the wider community,” AFL General Manager of Football, Brad Scott said.

“In a national sport, played across many states and territories, we need to be able to adapt, and adapt quickly to the COVID-19 conditions at any one time at locations where home teams are based, or away teams are travelling to.

“These guidelines help us achieve that while providing potential opportunities for talented players plying their craft in state league competitions to play football at the elite level.”

The AFL intends to play the fixture as scheduled this year.

Western Bulldogs COVID-Contingency list