MATCH DETAILS
SYDNEY V MELBOURNE
Date: Thursday 7 March
Time: 7:30pm (AEDT)
Location: SCG | Gadigal
OPENING ROUND
Melbourne will travel to the SCG to open the 2024 AFL Season in a highly-anticipated clash against Sydney.
The last time these two teams met in Round 24, Melbourne ended up on top by 21-points.
TICKETING
Fans are encouraged to get down to the SCG from 5:30pm, when gates open, before the first bounce at 7:30pm. Tickets to the game can be found here.
Memberships
Join the legion and show your Demon Spirit in 2024. Sign on as a Melbourne member today and enjoy the footy action live at the MCG.
For those unable to attend, the game will be available to watch live via the Seven Network, Fox Footy and Kayo Sports. Dees supporters can currently access a Kayo x Melbourne membership deal here, with a 12-month subscription part of the package.
Public Transport
With frequent light rail services and a number of regular bus routes, the best way to get to and from the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) is by public transport. All modes of public transport are included with any ticket purchase or valid SCG and Sporting Club of Sydney membership cards.
Catch a light rail service to Moore Park on the L2 and/or L3 Randwick Line to get within a short walking distance of the SCG. From Central Railway Station, light rail services leave via Chalmers Street and bring you to the Moore Park stop which is located on Anzac Parade, just south of the SCG.
During major events, express light rail shuttle services will also run. The former special event shuttle buses (Route 1) between Central and Moore Park may also run when required during events, and will leave from Chalmers Street at Central, north of the new light rail stop and the Devonshire Street Central Station exit.
Arrive Early
We are encouraging fans to arrive early to the SCG to ensure supporters are inside in time for the match start.
The entry process includes security bag checks, scanning of ticket and finding your spot to enjoy the game live.
We encourage supporters to download their ticket prior to their arrival at the SCG.
FOLLOW THE GAME
Broadcast and streaming
The game will be broadcast nationally via the Seven Network, Fox Footy and Kayo Sports from 7:00pm (AEDT).
Radio
Tune in on the below stations:
- Triple M
- SEN
- ABC
- AFL Nation
Check the AFL Broadcast Guide for interstate and regional radio timings.
Match Centre
Get live scores, stats and highlights via the Demons Match Centre. Available on the website and mobile app.
Social Media
Follow us across social media for a behind-the-scenes insight on game day as well as live match updates as they happen.
Use the hashtags #AFLSwansDees and #DemonSpirit to join the conversation.
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