The Sydney Swans and the GWS Giants are set to go head-to-head on Sunday in Round 8 of the 2025 Australian Football League (AFL) season as both sides look to get out of their streak of losses.
The Swans, who finished as the runners-up last season, have had a horrendous time in 2025 as they have managed to take just two wins in their opening seven games. They kicked off the campaign with two losses followed by two wins, but they have since fallen in three straight games and are now placed 14th on the ladder.
The GWS Giants, on the hand, have had an above average start to the current season as they began with four wins in the first five games. However, they have since suffered two straight losses to the Adelaide Crows and the Western Bulldogs, which has now put them sixth on the ladder after having been third through the opening five rounds.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times, and the latest lineup news.
Sydney Swans vs. GWS Giants free live stream, free-to-air channel
- Live Stream: Kayo
- TV Channel: Fox Sports 3
- Free-to-air: --
Kayo Sports are providing both live and catch-up coverage of Sunday's match. The clash will also be available to watch on Fox Footy.
Fans can stream Sydney Swans vs. GWS Giants on Kayo which is currently offering a free trial for new subscribers so you can essentially watch this game and others this week for free. The match will also be streamed on the AFL website.
Sydney Swans vs. GWS Giants start time
- Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025
- Start Time: 1:10 p.m. AEST
- Venue & Location: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney
The AFL Round 8 game between Sydney Swans vs. GWS Giants will be played on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 1:10 p.m. AEST.
It will be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, New South Wales.
Here's how that kick-off time translates to the various Australian time zones:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Australian Eastern Standard Time | Sunday, May 4 | 1:10 p.m. |
| Australian Central Standard Time | Sunday, May 4 | 12:40 p.m. |
| Australian Western Standard Time | Sunday, May 4 | 11:10 a.m. |
AFL 2025 fixture schedule this week
Thursday, May 1
| Fixture | Venue | Time (AEST) | TV/Livestream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essendon vs. North Melbourne | Marvel Stadium | 7:30 p.m. | Seven, Fox/Kayo, Binge |
Friday, May 2
| Fixture | Venue | Time (AEST) | TV/Livestream |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Kilda vs. Fremantle | Marvel Stadium | 7:40 p.m. | Seven, Fox/Kayo, Binge |
Saturday, May 3
| Fixture | Venue | Time (AEST) | TV/Stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulldogs vs. Port Adelaide | Mars Stadium | 1:20 p.m. | Fox Footy/ Kayo |
| Adelaide Crows vs. Carlton | Adelaide Oval | 4:15 p.m. | Fox Footy/Kayo |
| Collingwood vs. Geelong Cats | MCG | 7:35 p.m. | Fox Footy/Kayo |
| West Coast Eagles vs. Melbourne | Optus Stadium | 7:35 p.m. | Fox Footy/Kayo |
Sunday, May 4
| Fixture | Venue | Time (AEST) | TV/Stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney Swans vs. GWS GIANTS | SCG | 1:20 p.m. | Fox Footy/Kayo |
| Hawthorn Hawks vs. Richmond | MCG | 3:20 p.m. | Seven, Fox Footy/Kayo |
| Brisbane Lions vs. Gold Coast SUNS | Gabba | 7:20 p.m. | Fox Footy/Kayo |
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