The AFLW season will continue as scheduled but fans will be locked out of stadiums as part of the league’s measures to counter the spread of coronavirus.

The AFL took the step following Friday’s decision by the federal government to place a blanket ban on gatherings of 500 or more people.

Friday night’s round six clash between Geelong and North Melbourne at GMHBA Stadium will be the last match to be played in front of spectators before the ban is implemented.