What the competition is
Under the laws, a goal counts six points and a behind counts one. A score written as goals.behinds followed by a total is not a decimal number. For example, a hypothetical 10.8 score represents 68 points: ten goals contribute sixty and eight behinds contribute eight. The AFL’s club competition is also distinct from other leagues playing the same football code.
Following the competition
Keep the competition, round and club pairing with a fixture. State-based clocks still matter for a domestic Australian calendar, especially where daylight saving differs. If a score graphic appears unfamiliar, check goals, behinds and total before interpreting a one-digit change as a six-point goal. Finals stages should be retained rather than described only as another round.
| Detail | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Goal | Six points. |
| Behind | One point. |
| 10.8 example | A hypothetical total of 68 points. |
| Football code | Australian rules, not rugby or soccer. |
Questions about this guide
Is 10.8 a decimal score?
No. It represents ten goals and eight behinds.
Does AFL identify rugby league?
No. Australian rules football is a distinct code.