Richmond will meet Carlton this Thursday night at the MCG in Round 1 of the 2024 Home and Away season.
MATCH DETAILS
Round 1
Carlton v Richmond
Thursday, March 14
7:30pm AEDT, Melbourne Cricket Ground
GATE TIMES
MCC Reserve – 5:00pm
AFL Reserve and Public – 5:30pm
OPEN TRAINING
Wednesday, March 13
Swinburne Centre, Punt Road Oval
Gate 1 (near Roar Store entrance) opens at 9:15am
Training starts at approx. 9:30am
Most players participating will be available post training for a short signing session. Given the high number of fans expected to attend this session, there is a chance that not everyone will gain autographs or photos with players. We ask our fans to enjoy the atmosphere and respect the players need for proper recovery post training.
BROADCAST INFORMATION
Our Round 1 match will be broadcast live on Channel 7 from 7:00pm (AEST), and also live on Fox Footy and live-streamed on Kayo.
TICKETING
Round 1 v Carlton is an AWAY game, which means members must have AWAY access to attend Round 1. Due to overwhelming demand, there will be NO WALK UPS this means ALL members will need to upgrade via Ticketek.
Standing upgrades cost members $7, and Level 4 is $25, you can upgrade here.
MEMBERSHIP
Visit our friendly membership team at our marquee located on the gravel outside Gate 2. We will be there to help any of our AWAY members with questions and queries.
Not a member of the Tiger Army? Join us for 2024 season and begin your journey! Gain access to the live footy action, exclusive member opportunities and enjoy our member only portal ‘Richmond Member Rewards’.
Visit strongandbold.com.au or phone (03) 9426 4400 for more details.
WHAT'S ON
VFL Curtain Raiser at Punt Road Oval
Our VFL team will be playing in a practice match this Thursday. Come down and support them before you head over to the MCG. FREE entry!
The match will also be live streamed on richmondfc.com.au and the Official Richmond Club App.
Richmond v Carlton
4:00pm, Swinburne Centre
Gates open at 3:30pm
March to the ’G
Led by our game day drummers, the march will depart at 6pm from outside the Roar Store and end outside Gate 5 of the MCG. The Tiger Army are encouraged to take part and proudly show their support for the Yellow and Black.
GETTING TO THE GAME
To find out disruptions to the public transport and road networks, and to avoid delays, plan your journey buy checking here.
Parking at the MCG or in Yarra Park
There is no General Public parking at this match.Parking is available to disability and accredited permit holders only.
Click here for alternative parking options close to the MCG.
Parking for disability permit holders can be pre-booked via Ticketek here.
Public Transport
We strongly encourage fans to take public transport to the game. For up to date information on your train line and upcoming disruptions please visit https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/.
The ‘G Train Mobility Shuttle Service
The G-Train Mobility Shuttle Service operates during public events held at the MCG.
The service is free and accessible to patrons with mobility challenges. The G-Train also features 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
Find out more about the G Train here.
THE MCG, HOME OF THE TIGER ARMY
At the MCG, your safety is our priority. If you experience any form of antisocial behaviour, please report it by texting 'Assist' to the MCG's antisocial text hotline on 0409 117 621.
The MCG is a cashless venue. All food, beverage, merchandise and ticketing outlets will be cashless – so all transactions will need to be made on your debit or credit card.
The MCG is a smoke, e-cigarette and vape free venue. Patrons found smoking or vaping inside the Ground will face immediate eviction.
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.
A Sensory Friendly Space, presented by the MCC Foundation, is now open at the MCG. For more information, click here.
WHAT ARE WE WEARING?
Richmond will be wearing the 2024 PUMA Home guernsey and white shorts.
ROAR STORE
Open training
The Roar Store will be open from 9am-5pm on Wednesday. Come visit our team in-store and get everything you need before our first clash on Thursday!
Game Day
The Roar Store will be open from 9am – first bounce. We will be closed for the duration of the game however will reopen after the final siren.
We will also have a marquee located outside the Roar Store from 4pm for quick purchases.
Can’t make it to the game? Shop online at the Roar Store or give us a call Mon-Fri on 9426 4419.
FUNCTIONS AND EVENTS
Due to popular demand all Round 1 Strong and Bold hospitality and experiences are sold out.
Secure your access to our next home game in Round 2 vs Port Adelaide. Visit our Strong & Bold Hospitality page to find out more or to secure your spot!
LAST TIME WE MET
Round 1 2023, MCG
Richmond 8.10.58 drew with Carlton 8.10.58
GOALS
Richmond: Lynch 3, M Rioli 2, Martin, Riewoldt, Bolton
Carlton: C. Curnow 3, Fisher, Silvagni, McKay, Owies, Docherty
BEST
Richmond: Rioli, Taranto, Bolton, Lynch, Graham
Carlton: Hewett, Young, McKay, Saad, Cripps
Crowd: 88,084 at the MCG
SOCIAL MEDIA
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