The AFL has today confirmed that the first preliminary final between the Sydney Swans and the winner of Friday night's second semi final between Geelong and North Melbourne will be played at ANZ Stadium.

The first preliminary final was confirmed at ANZ Stadium as the venue will not host any commitments between last Saturday’s first qualifying final and September 19.

Tickets for the preliminary final will go on sale next Monday September 15 to Sydney Swans members at 9am, with general public sales from 2pm.

Friday September 19
First Preliminary Final – Sydney Swans v Second Semi Final Winner Geelong Cats / North Melbourne at ANZ Stadium, 7.50pm

Saturday September 20
Second Preliminary Final – Hawthorn v First Semi Final Winner Fremantle/Port Adelaide at the MCG, time TBC