Richmond will meet North Melbourne this Saturday afternoon at the MCG.
Be there to farewell Richmond's triple premiership-winning superstars, Trent Cotchin and Jack Riewoldt as they play their final games following the announcement of their retirements from AFL football.
MATCH DETAILS
Round 23 Richmond v North Melbourne
Saturday, August 19
1.45pm, MCG
WHERE TO WATCH
The Round 23 match will be broadcast live on Fox Footy and live-streamed on Kayo from 1.30pm AEST.
TICKETING
Tickets are available to purchase via Ticketek.
ROUND 23 OFFERS
2-for-1 general admission tickets, purchase via this link.
Richmond members with GA access can bring a friend for FREE, enter your membership barcode via Ticketek to redeem.
GENERAL ADMISSION BAYS
Shane Warne Stand: Level 4, Q1-Q15
Olympic Stand: Level 4, Q49-Q55 rows AA-MM
Ponsford Stand: Level 4, Q29 - Q36
All ticketing information gets sent directly to members via email. To update or change an email address or view your membership barcode please log in to your MyRichmond account.
GATES OPEN
MCC Reserve: 11.30am
Public gates: 12.00pm
GETTING TO THE GAME
Public Transport
Plan your trip to the 'G via Journey Planner. All Victorians are being asked to play their part to keep one another safe, including making responsible choices about using our public transport network.
Parking
Click here for updated Yarra Park parking information as well as alternative parking options close to the MCG and continue to check regularly for updates. When open, public parking in Yarra Park is available for $10, payable by EFTPOS only.
WHAT'S ON?
The Final Lap
Richmond legends Jack Riewoldt and Trent Cotchin will thank the Tiger Army for their continued support across their long and successful AFL careers by completing a lap of the MCG following Saturday’s match.
Fans are encouraged to stay at the ground following the final siren to show their appreciation to Cotchin and Riewoldt, who will complete the lap together.
The pair have played a club record 292 games as Richmond teammates, including three premierships in which Cotchin was captain and Riewoldt vice-captain for each.
Commemorative Poster Giveaway
Collect your commemorative poster to celebrate the retirement of Trent and Jack.
A limited number of posters will be available, so be sure to arrive early to collect one from outside Gate 1, 3 & 5 at MCG before the match.
Richmond Member Giveaways (from 12pm)
Gate 1, 3 & 5: Collect 2021/2022 caps and scarves
Gate 3 Cub Hub: Collect your limited edition footy cards
Limited numbers available
Member Digital Collectible
Members are eligible to receive a free Ticketmaster Digital Collectible as a keepsake to commemorate, Trent Cotchin and Jack Riewoldt.
Simply scan your membership card or upgrade to a reserved seat for Round 23 and you will receive a unique link next week with details on how to download. For more information, click here.
Tiger Cub Hub
Head to our Tiger Cub Hub from 11.30am located outside Gate 3. We will have a DJ playing the latest tracks, player signings, face painters, a magician, inflatables and a petting zoo!
Jungle Beats
The sounds of Tigerland will play pre-game with Jungle Beats. This week’s special guest DJ is Nick Vlastuin.
½ Time
ATTEND & WIN - It's as simple as that.
All 2023 members that attend our home games automatically go in the draw to win amazing prizes!
Keep an eye on the big screen at half-time for the winner.
¾ Time
Catch the Colonel, thanks to KFC. Make sure you’re in your seat at ¾ time to be a part of the action and win!
WHAT ARE WE WEARING?
Richmond will be wearing the 2023 PUMA Home Guernsey and black shorts.
FUNCTIONS AND EVENTS
Don't miss our final MCG game of the 2023 home & away season this Saturday.
Secure access to our casual Lounge function inclusive of level 2 wing reserved seating, grazing tables & canapés, an all-inclusive beverage package and hear from Richmond guest speakers.
Find out more and book now.
ROAR STORE
Visit the Milwaukee Tool Wall at the Roar Store from 12.00pm until 1.45pm for photo opportunities and giveaways.
The Roar Store is open from 10.00am, right until the first bounce! We will close for the duration of the game and re-open post-match.
If you can't make it to the game you can always shop online for the latest Roar Store merchandise!
OPEN TRAINING
Friday, August 18
Swinburne Centre, Punt Road Oval
Entry via Gate 1 at 10.00am
Training from approximately 10.30am
- ‘Ruthless Richmond’ book signing with Neil Balme and Dan Eddy from 11.30am until 12.30pm
- Free sausage sizzle for the first 500 people to arrive
- Appearances from our Club Mascots
- Face painter + Magician
For more detail on this session and upcoming sessions, click here.
LAST TIME WE MET
Round 18, 2022, Marvel Stadium
NORTH MELBOURNE 4.0 10.2 12.2 14.8 (92)
RICHMOND 2.5 3.12 8.16 11.22 (88)
GOALS
North Melbourne: Zurhaar 6, Curtis 3, Goldstein, Scott, Simpkin, Stephenson, Young
Richmond: Cumberland 3, Riewoldt 2, Baker, Balta, Graham, Miller, Rioli, Short
BEST
North Melbourne: Zurhaar, Simpkin, Davies-Uniacke, McKay, Greenwood, Curtis
Richmond: Prestia, Short, Cotchin, Cumberland, Nankervis
ACCESS AND INCLUSION
The 'G Train Mobility Shuttle Service
The service is free and accessible to patrons with mobility challenges and in 2022, the G-Train will also feature vehicles with wheelchair-friendly access.
Pre-booking is not required; simply wait at a designated pick up point for the next available buggy. The service has pick up points from the following locations:
Richmond Station
Jolimont Station
Accessible Parking Area
For more information, click here.
MCG Multi-Faith Prayer Room
The MCG Multi-Faith Prayer Room is open to all patrons.
Located on Level B1 of the Shane Warne Stand (at approximately M13), the room is able to cater for more than 50 patrons at one time, and is suitable for patrons of all faiths including Christian, Muslim, Jewish and Hindu. The room is accessible for all patrons from across the stadium, regardless of where they are seated.
Sensory Friendly Space
A sensory-friendly space, presented by the MCC Foundation, is now open at the MCG and offers visitors some quiet and calm on event day no matter the size of the crowd. Located within the Australian Sports Museum on Level 1 (inside Gate 3, behind bay M51) is a space for all ages who have sensory sensitivities. For more information please click here.
Accessible Facilities
Further information about accessibility requirements including seating, parking and toilets can be found here.
AUSLAN interpreter
Richmond & the MCG have recently introduced live captioning and an AUSLAN interpreter at Richmond home games. These initiatives are to help those who may find it difficult to hear the match day hosts. Have you noticed this at games? We’d love your feedback! Click here to let us know what you think.
VFL
Round 21 Richmond v North Melbourne
Sunday, August 20
12.00pm, Swinburne Centre
Gates open at 11.30am
- Richmond members get FREE entry by showing their membership card
- North Melbourne members - $5
- Adults - $10
- Children under 14 years of age are free
Tickets can be purchased at the gate (EFTPOS only).
SOCIAL MEDIA
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