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Nonsensical argument ?
You mean reality for the next 75 years lol.
Melbourne fans think it's nonsensical for this event to be anywhere except the MCG!!
Classic entitlement comment.
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Nonsensical argument ?
You mean reality for the next 75 years lol.
Melbourne fans think it's nonsensical for this event to be anywhere except the MCG!!
Let’s see how far that entitlement gets them with them trying to hold onto sporting events over the next decade with that bankrupt economy. Other states will be kindly taking control of these events as that state tries to keep its head above water.Classic entitlement comment.
I'm up for a rotation. We've now got some great grounds in Adelaide and Perth. Post-Olympics slot Brisbane in. It also allows the AFL to dabble in their night/twilight GF every couple years without desecrating the tradition of the day MCG final.
That MCG until 2055 contracting is a blight on the game
I don't think it would be very popular for now, maybe around the same time as Brisbane. They've packed some decent AFL crowds in there, but there are the surface problems, and it is also kind of the NRL's MCG in terms of grand finals (but I suspect they'll end up rotating more too). As a neutral venue it wouldn't have the same stink as it had when the Swans were forced to play there.What do you think of ANZ hosting GFs?
Entitlement?Classic entitlement comment.
Our economy is ****ed. You're right about that, but rather it go to Perth than that soulless cesspool patch of grass and concrete sheets called ANZ Stadium. That place is the biggest shit hole in the country and would rather have the Grand final played at Metricon.Let’s see how far that entitlement gets them with them trying to hold onto sporting events over the next decade with that bankrupt economy. Other states will be kindly taking control of these events as that state tries to keep its head above water.
It’s not just ****ed it’s dead & buried. Re-elect Jeff, he’ll pimp something off to help outOur economy is f’ed. You're right about that, but rather it go to Perth than that soulless cesspool patch of grass and concrete sheets called ANZ Stadium. That place is the biggest sh*t hole in the country and would rather have the Grand final played at Metricon.
LolIn the last 15 seasons of AFL Football 12 premierships have been won by Victorian sides whilst a measly two (Sydney 2012, Eagles 2018) were won by Interstate rivals. Here's a recap of the victories since - which includes 3 dynasties.
Hawthorn - 2008, 2013, 2014, 2015
Richmond - 2017, 2019, 2020
Geelong - 2007, 2009, 2011
Collingwood - 2010
Western Bulldogs - 2016
Now the narrative on Big Footy for many years was simple. Supporters of interstate sides continuously moaned about the Grand Final being played at the MCG. Hawthorn's three peat victories against Fremantle, West Coast and Sydney sparked the fury - Richmond's dominate record breaking undefeated streak at the MCG made it constant dialogue.
In the 2020 season - something unpredictable happened, unprecedented- the Grand Final - the entire finals series was played outside Victoria. The Victorian sides played the majority of their season interstate, made the finals and under unbelievable living conditions, these milestone victories occurred in the finals.
- Collingwood knocked out West Coast in Perth, after being locked in quarantine Hubs for a one week and being publicity humiliated in WA newspapers. They defeated the Eagles by 1 point and knocked them out.
- Richmond defeated Port Adelaide in the Preliminary Final - in Adelaide, by 1 goal, in a dour low scoring affair - having slept in a homeless shelter the night before the game according to Dylan Grimes.
- Geelong demolished a pathetic Brisbane at the Gabba - having spent over 100 days living away from their families.
Now in season 2021, after the Bulldogs remarkable victory. Here we are again, the finals series is down to four teams, no Victorian finals, Victorian teams like Melbourne playing their well earned home final in Adelaide - were down to four - three of them?
Melbourne, Footscray and Geelong.
Can we squash the conversation that Interstate teams are disadvantaged with the current system set up? Can we stop hearing pathetic complaints about the Grand Final being moved away from the MCG in the future? The Interstate teams transitioned into the old VFL, not vice versa.
The MCG is the biggest stadium in the country, 40,000 more people can see the game live.
This thread should honestly be placed atop the BF threads board every finals series.
Interstate sides - its not the MCG that stopped your premiership chances, the best team wins no matter where or when. The GF should always be played where it belongs, at the biggest, most historical stadium in the country.
I don't think it would be very popular for now, maybe around the same time as Brisbane. They've packed some decent AFL crowds in there, but there are the surface problems, and it is also kind of the NRL's MCG in terms of grand finals (but I suspect they'll end up rotating more too). As a neutral venue it wouldn't have the same stink as it had when the Swans were forced to play there.
Cycle MCG-OO-MCG-AO and then add ANZ/Gabba by 2040. Also gives those less-footy states more time to build up another generation and possibly a third team. I don't think you'd get a year when both AFL and NRL played their GFs at the ANZ in the same few weeks, other state governments would hate that.
Entitlement?
Im sorry did the WAFFLE enter our league or did we enter theirs?
Im a little confused here. The entitlement is WA sooks who want to take a grand final away from the MCG.
I FIRMLY believe - if the Grand Final is Fremantle Vs. West Coast, its ridiculous for it to be played anywhere but Perth. Same with the Adelaide teams.
But any other scenario? Has to be the MCG. Or else it's a watered down event.
It’s not 1965 anymore. The majority of AFL fans never grew up with your amateur Victorian league and don’t give a toss about how many b&fs Jonny stilton won. I’m all for you ‘remembering the good ol days’ but it’s a different competition with a different following.Entitlement?
Im sorry did the WAFFLE enter our league or did we enter theirs?
Im a little confused here. The entitlement is WA sooks who want to take a grand final away from the MCG.
I FIRMLY believe - if the Grand Final is Fremantle Vs. West Coast, its ridiculous for it to be played anywhere but Perth. Same with the Adelaide teams.
But any other scenario? Has to be the MCG. Or else it's a watered down event.
Nowhere does a lockdown like the viccos. Half ass it, people don’t comply, it spreads and just keeps going. Think of those poor mcc Melbourne members that paid year after year only to be stuck in the loungeroom with the cat. No visitors, no friends just them. The siren will go & they won’t be able to celebrate with family or friends. Ohhh my heart bleeds for emThe GF at Optus Perth will be epic,
potentially one of the best ever, especially if it's a close contest.
Perhaps 60 to 90k can physically be there at any GF. And by contrast, millions who only see it on TV. .It's pure mathematics.
Optus Perth and the Adelaide Oval might just be the perfect GF venues.
Those Victorians ..with their quaint little lockdowns..
The MCG contract should be extended until the 21st century. The MCG is the home of Football in Australia and it's totally absurd to have it anywhere else unless there are extenuating circumstances as we have now. If not, then Melbourne must lose 4 or 5 teams and other interstate teams be introduced, move AFL headquarters to Canberra and be done with it. Personally, i would rather it all go back to the VFL and play on suburban grounds with over $100,000 in attendance for all finals at the MCG. I know that will never happen. I get more enjoyment out of local footy these days, but that's all been canceled. I grew up in the golden age of football, what a wonderful product the AFL had when they first dreamed of going National. It's gone all pear-shaped and the last 10 years have been abysmal and the decline isn't over yet. Today's Channel Seven Grand Final Pre game coverage is appalling.. The only thing that will save Australian Rules Football is a return to the MCG permanently!
Funny, I thought it was called the AFL. ie Australian.
Anyway the AFL are trying to turn it into a night time entertainment 'event'.
So much for their caring about tradition & real footy people where ever they're from.
Nah, there's no logical argument for keeping it there
... other than the bullshit contract.