Round 6 · Sun 25 Apr 2027 · 3:15 pm AEST
MCG
Plan this game →AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL · 2027
Essendon v Geelong Cats — AFL Round 5, 2027
Essendon v Geelong Cats — Round 5, 2027, at MCG, Melbourne. First bounce is Sun 18 Apr 2027 at 12:30 pm AEST (Melbourne time).
Round 5 · 2027Scheduled
Match-up
Essendon
Home
Geelong Cats
Away
Match date and start time
- Melbourne time
- Sun 18 Apr 2027
- First bounce: 12:30 pm AEST
- At the ground
- Sun 18 Apr 2027
- 12:30 pm AEST
Where to watch Essendon v Geelong Cats
VIC - Melbourne. Coverage may begin before the first bounce. Check your local programme guide before the game.
TV and streaming details are yet to be confirmed for VIC - Melbourne. Check the official AFL broadcast guide ↗
Going to MCG?
Yarra Park, East Melbourne, Victoria
Check the ground’s event information for transport, entry and accessibility before you go.
Next confirmed games
Full fixture →Round 6 · Sat 24 Apr 2027 · 4:15 pm AEST
GMHBA Stadium
Plan this game →Essendon v Geelong Cats: match questions
What time does Essendon v Geelong Cats start?
First bounce is Sun 18 Apr 2027 at 12:30 pm AEST (Melbourne time).
Where is Essendon v Geelong Cats being played?
Essendon v Geelong Cats is listed at MCG, Melbourne for Round 5 of the 2027 AFL season.
Where can I watch Essendon v Geelong Cats in Australia?
TV and streaming details are yet to be confirmed for VIC - Melbourne.
Match details checked Thu 29 Oct 2026 at 5:17 am AEDT.