AFL Grand Final 2023
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Article published: 5th August 2023. Updated on: 25th September 2023
The stage is set. The 2023 edition of the AFL Grand Final. Probably the biggest sporting event in Australia.
And this one promises to be an absolute cracker. I for one can’t wait.
Let’s check out what we know so far about the big day.
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When is the 2023 AFL Grand Final?
We now have confirmed information and details for the big final day of the AFL season.
AFL Grand Final 2023 Date
The final will be held on Saturday, 30th September 2023.
What time is the AFL Grand Final 2023?
The game will begin at 2:30pm AEST. This was officially confirmed by the AFL in May of 2023.
This means at 2.30pm in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania and ACT.
At 2pm in the Northern Territory and South Australia.
And at 12.30pm in Western Australia.
Venue
Melbourne Cricket Ground, the famous MCG. No better place for it than this icon of a venue.
MCG Address: Brunton Ave, Richmond VIC 3002
Phone number of the MCG: 03 9657 8867
Who will play in the 2023 AFL Grand Final ?
Collingwood Magpies vs Brisbane Lions will contest the 2023 Grand Final.
Weather
Check Melbourne weather closer to the day. Looks like a partially cloudy day is the forecast (but too early to say), things can change quickly.
History of the AFL Grand Final
The final match of the Australian Football League (AFL) is a notable day in the sporting calendar of every Australian.
But the cultural impact of the event cannot be taken for granted.
The AFL is one of the most popular sports played in Australia. And the Grand Final is the biggest match and the biggest moment of this Aussie game.
It signifies the finish of the AFL season, featuring the top two teams that got through the elimination play offs and the crowning of a new champion. The winning team will be awarded the AFL premiership title for 2023.
The final is always followed by a large crowds, both in the stadium and on the screens. It is expected that more than 3 million viewers will be following the game on TV worldwide.
The ALF Grand Final is not only a momentous sporting event in Australia, but also a festive and cultural one, with top notch entertainment performances and parties on the day.
References:
- Official AFL web page, link here, accessed August 2023
- Australian Football League, Wikipedia, accessed July 2023
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