The 2017 AFL fixture will be released on Thursday morning.
Clubs have been submitting their fixture requests to get the best on-field and financial outcomes.
Friday night fixtures remain at the top of club wishlists, while six-day breaks and travel in consecutive weeks are on the nose.
Carlton
What they'll want: Carlton pushed its case for Good Friday football and will be disappointed it isn't involved in the inaugural fixture. The Blues will be keen on a more family-friendly schedule, with a better balance between Saturday and Sunday matches after playing eight home Sunday games this year. It's been two years since the Blues travelled to face Adelaide or the Power, so the club would hope to play in front of its South Australian fans at some stage next season.
The game the fans will be looking for: Blues supporters expect the club to be part of the season opener against Richmond, so traditional Saturday afternoon clashes against Essendon and Collingwood at the MCG early in the season would be next on their checklist.
