Overview

• AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon announced the standalone exhibition at Perth Stadium.
• The matchup revives the WA–Victoria rivalry last played in 1992, with the last state clash held in 1999.
• The confirmation follows months of negotiations between the league and the Western Australian government reported by local media.
• Local reports say most gate-day revenue will be directed to Western Australian grassroots football.
• PerthNow also reports the game will count toward players’ pre-season schedules, allowing selected players to skip another warm-up match.