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The AFL is set for a crowd of 50,000 at the season-opening blockbuster – NEWS.com.au
The AFL is set for a crowd of 50,000 at the season-opening blockbuster
The opening match of the AFL season is set to see 50,000 fans hit the MCG after a relaxing of restrictions from the Victorian government.Both the MCG and Marvel Stadium will be allowed to boast 50 per cent capacity crowds, the largest crowd allowances at a sporting event in the state since the COVID pandemic first hit last year.
That means 50,000 patrons will be allowed in for opening night of the 2021 season as reigning premiers Richmond host Carlton in the traditional Round 1 blockbuster.
It will…
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