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- Sun 21 Mar 2027 · 3:15 pm AEDT
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AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL · 2027
Melbourne v Essendon — AFL Round 1, 2027
Melbourne v Essendon — Round 1, 2027, at MCG, Melbourne. First bounce is Sun 21 Mar 2027 at 3:15 pm AEDT (Melbourne time).
Round 1 · 2027Scheduled
Match-up
Match date and start time
- Melbourne time
- Sun 21 Mar 2027
- First bounce: 3:15 pm AEDT
- At the ground
- Sun 21 Mar 2027
- 3:15 pm AEDT
Where to watch Melbourne v Essendon
VIC - Melbourne. Coverage may begin before the first bounce. Check your local programme guide before the game.
Foxtel
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- Live
- First bounce
- Sun 21 Mar 2027 · 3:15 pm AEDT
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Kayo Sports
Subscription- Coverage
- Live
- First bounce
- Sun 21 Mar 2027 · 3:15 pm AEDT
Australia coverage
Seven
Free-to-air TV- Coverage
- Live
- First bounce
- Sun 21 Mar 2027 · 3:15 pm AEDT
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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 2 · Sat 27 Mar 2027 · 8:10 pm AEDT
Adelaide Oval
Plan this game →Round 2 · Sun 28 Mar 2027 · 3:15 pm AEDT
MCG
Plan this game →Melbourne v Essendon: match questions
What time does Melbourne v Essendon start?
First bounce is Sun 21 Mar 2027 at 3:15 pm AEDT (Melbourne time).
Where is Melbourne v Essendon being played?
Melbourne v Essendon is listed at MCG, Melbourne for Round 1 of the 2027 AFL season.
Where can I watch Melbourne v Essendon in Australia?
Listed coverage in VIC - Melbourne: 7plus · Foxtel · Kayo Sports · Seven. Check the viewing options for access and programme times.
Match details checked Thu 29 Oct 2026 at 5:17 am AEDT.