The AFL removes its COVID-19 vaccine mandate for players, coaches and club staff, but is 'strongly encouraging' their vaccination status stays up to date.
The AFL has removed its COVID-19 vaccine mandate, paving the way for exiled players to return to the top level.The league says players who were not fully vaccinated can "re-enter the AFL or AFLW system"The AFLPA supports the AFL's decision
The move brings the league into line with government requirements that legislate only specific industries need employees to be fully vaccinated. It said AFLW players who were not vaccinated but remained as inactive listed players, were "now eligible to be re-introduced" into preseason training.
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