Overview

• The AFL Grand Final between Geelong and Brisbane starts at 2:30pm AEST on Saturday, 27 September at the MCG, with a sell-out crowd expected.
• Geelong ruled out All-Australian defender Tom Stewart with concussion and recalled veteran ruck Rhys Stanley, freeing Mark Blicavs for structural flexibility.
• Brisbane named co-captain Lachie Neale after a three-week calf recovery, with coach Chris Fagan insisting there is no risk; Jarrod Berry misses out with a dislocated shoulder and Neale’s starting status will be confirmed at teamsheet time.
• Tens of thousands of supporters lined Melbourne’s streets for the traditional parade despite showers, as both squads presented their 23s on grand final eve.
• It is the first Grand Final meeting between these clubs after Geelong’s 38-point qualifying-final win three weeks ago and Brisbane’s two home-and-away victories, with pre-game entertainment to feature Snoop Dogg and Australian artists.