The Seven Network applauds the announcement that the 2021 AFL Grand Final will be played in Perth, a decision that will provide the best possible stage for the year’s biggest match.
Seven also acknowledges the West Australian Government’s support in stepping up to host the Grand Final amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Seven West Media managing director and chief executive officer, James Warburton, said: “The AFL Grand Final in Perth will give millions of fans across the country the best experience possible. The culmination of the incredible season will have the energy of a live crowd and be broadcast during prime time across most of Australia.
“Seven’s live and free coverage of the AFL has gone from strength-to-strength and the highly anticipated Grand Final is set to top another extraordinary season of Australia’s number one winter sport.”
Managing director Seven Melbourne and head of network sport, Lewis Martin, said: “We welcome the AFL’s decision to play this year’s Grand Final in Perth. The live crowd and the unquestioned passion of WA fans will make it the landmark occasion that fans know and love on the last Saturday in September.
“We’d also like to acknowledge the remarkable resilience shown by the AFL and its clubs in delivering a truly unforgettable season so far amid the unrelenting challenges thrown up by the pandemic.”
Seven’s Grand Final preparations have been ongoing as it became apparent the match would be played outside Victoria for the second consecutive year.
Going into the finals, the Melbourne Demons are the Minor Premiers for the first time since 1964, sitting at the top of the ladder – but just behind them are Port Adelaide Power. Geelong, Brisbane, Bulldogs, Sydney, and GWS follow, with the Essendon Bombers rounding out the top eight.
Seven will announce further details of its Grand Final coverage in coming weeks.