MATCH DETAILS

HAWTHORN V MELBOURNE
Date: Saturday 23 March
Time: 4:35pm (AEDT)
Location:
MCG | Wurundjeri

ROUND 2

Hawthorn will host Melbourne on Saturday afternoon at the 'G. The last time these two teams met in Round 23 last year, Melbourne ended up on top by 27-points. 

This round will be a member replacement game for Melbourne members, please see further ticketing info below.


TICKETING

Fans are encouraged to get down to the MCG from 3:00pm, when gates open, before the first bounce at 4:35pm. Tickets to the game can be found here.


Member replacement game

All members can scan in with their mobile memberships or physical membership card and sit general admission.

Reserved seat/bay members will not be able to sit in their reserved seats/bays for this match, they will have GA access.
$10 L1 member upgrades are available for all access members.

All members should log into their mobile memberships and save their tickets to their wallets prior to arriving at the MCG.

Some members have encountered issues being able to view their mobile ticket(s) via the mobile app.

If you're having trouble viewing your ticket, you will need to delete and re-download the app.

  1. Delete the Melbourne FC app from your mobile phone
  2. Go to your app store and search Melbourne Football Club
  3. Download the Melbourne Official App
  4. Open the app and click Mobile Membership from the home screen
  5. Login with your existing membership details, do not create a new account
  6. If you can’t remember your password, click forgot password and follow the prompts
  7. Once logged in, you will be able to view your Round 2 barcode. 
    - If you cannot see your Round 2 barcode, please ensure there is T and MF logos next to your name. If only a T appears, you may need to click on an arrow to the right of your name which will allow you to access your Melbourne FC and Ticketmaster accounts.
    - If your Ticktetmaster and Melbourne FC accounts are correctly linked and you still have issues viewing your barcodes, we suggest logging into your Ticketmaster account on a web browser and logging out. Then log back into the app. 

Membership staff will be located at the ticket windows outside gate 3 from 2:30pm until quarter-time if you require assistance.

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.



MATCH DAY INFORMATION

Public Transport & Road Disruptions

Check before you travel to avoid public transport and road disruptions. 

Belgrave and Lilydale Lines
Buses replace trains between Blackburn and Belgrave/Lilydale stations. 

Sunbury Line
Buses replace trains between North Melbourne and Sunshine stations.

Werribee and Williamstown Lines
Buses replace trains between North Melbourne and Newport/Williamstown stations.

Seymour and Shepparton Lines
Coaches replace trains between Southern Cross and Seymour/Shepparton stations.

Footscray Road
Lane closed in both directions between Shepard Bridge and Waterfront Way.

Ballarat Road, Footscray
Closed between Geelong Road and Tiernan Street. 

M80 Ring Road, Greensborough
Lanes closed overnight between Plenty Road and M80 interchange. 

Greensborough Highway, Watsonia
Lanes closed on Greensborough Highway between Watsonia Road and Grimshaw Street. 

Greensborough Bypass, Greensborough
Lanes closed overnight on Greensborough Bypass between M80 interchange and Plenty River Drive.

Dynon Road
Closed westbound from Dryburgh Street to the Dynon Road inbound exit ramp from CityLink.

Find out more information on rail and road disruptions here.


Parking in Yarra Park

General public parking is available for this match. General public parking operates on a first-in, best-dressed basis and is subject to capacity.

Parking costs $10, payable via EFTPOS only upon arrival.


Arrive early

We are encouraging fans to arrive early to the MCG 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 MCG.



FOLLOW THE GAME

Broadcast and streaming

The game will be broadcast nationally via Fox Footy and Kayo Sports from 4:30pm (AEDT).

Radio

Tune in on the below stations:
Triple M
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.

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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 #AFLHawksDees and #DemonSpirit to join the conversation.

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