The Tasmania Devils have secured their first victory in the Victorian Football League (VFL) in 18 years, defeating the Coburg Lions by 21 points on Saturday, March 19, 2026. The match, played at Kingston's Twin Ovals, was played in front of a sold-out crowd of over 5,000 fans.
The win marks a significant milestone for the club, which was re-established in 2021 as a pathway to the Australian Football League (AFL). The Devils' last VFL win was in 2008, prior to the original team's disbandment.
The victory comes as the state prepares for the entry of a Tasmanian AFL team, which is scheduled to join the national competition in 2028. The Devils' performance is seen as a crucial step in developing local talent for the future AFL side.
