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Fasten your seatbelts and get ready because AFL Grand Final Friday, that falls on the last Friday in September, is almost here! In high spirits and revved up with excitement, this day is marked by the thrilling culmination of the Australian Football League when the top two teams give their all to clinch the coveted title. Originating as the Victorian Football League (VFL) Grand Final in the late 19th century, this day captures the heart and soul of fans and players alike. Whether you're watching from the stands or cheering at home, AFL Grand Final Friday is a day that truly embodies the spirit of competition and camaraderie in sports! So, bring on the cheers, it’s time for the grand showdown!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1898</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of the VFL</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Victorian Football League, the predecessor to the AFL, held its inaugural Grand Final.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1958</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Historic Collingwood win</div><div class='timeline-text'>Collingwood staged one of the greatest upsets in Grand Final history by defeating Melbourne.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Record Spectator Attendance</div><div class='timeline-text'>A record attendance of 121,696 spectators watched the epic clash between Carlton and Collingwood.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>VFL becomes AFL</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Victorian Football League was officially renamed the Australian Football League (AFL).</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>AFL Grand Final Friday Holiday</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Victorian government announced a public holiday on the Friday before the AFL Grand Final.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a themed party</h3><p class='facts-text'>Rally up the troops and host AFL Grand Final Friday party at your house. Ask your friends and family to wear jerseys or colors of the teams playing! The football vibe will raise the intensity of the match while you watch it together.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Create a game day snack spread</h3><p class='facts-text'>Delight your taste buds by making your favorite game day snacks. Finger foods are a must-have for an event like this. Include Australian favorites like meat pies, sausage rolls, and pavlovas for dessert.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Play your own match</h3><p class='facts-text'>If you can't be in the stadium yourself, why not take to the field in your own backyard? Invite your friends over for a friendly game of footy. You can split into teams and create your own mini grand final match. Sheer fun guaranteed!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Bring out your barbie</h3><p class='facts-text'>Turn on the grill and celebrate the day by having a barbeque in your backyard. Grill up some burgers, hot dogs or anything you fancy while you watch the game. Food and football are a time-tested winner combination.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Join a public viewing</h3><p class='facts-text'>If you prefer a more electric atmosphere, head out to a sports bar or a public park where they have large screens set up. The energy and enthusiasm of other fans can take your viewing experience to another level.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Thrilling Sportsmanship</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One reason we love AFL Grand Final Friday is because it's a day that truly embodies the spirit of competition and camaraderie in sports. Participants and spectators alike experience a thrill like no other when our favorite teams battle it out on the field for the title of the Champion.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Community Gathering and Celebration</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>AFL Grand Final Friday is not just about the actual game, it's also a wonderful time for community gathering and celebration. Hosting parties, creating a game-day snack spread, and public viewings all contribute to the sense of unity and shared excitement, making this celebration so much more enjoyable and meaningful.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Bringing Out the Spirit of Australia</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Finally, we love AFL Grand Final Friday because it encapsulates the very essence of Australian culture - be it pulling out the barbie, enjoying traditional Aussie snacks, or just playing a friendly match in the backyard. This day sets an atmosphere that is authentically Australian and unifies people across the Nation.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Norm Smith Medal is an esteemed recognition.</h3><p class='facts-content'>Introduced in 1979, the Norm Smith Medal is awarded to the player judged to be the best on ground in the AFL Grand Final. This highly coveted accolade honors exceptional performance under grand pressure.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The AFL Premiership Trophy is made new each year.</h3><p class='facts-content'>The winning team each year receives a new premiership trophy, unlike the "perpetual" trophies of other sports. The modern design, introduced in 2004, is handcrafted in solid silver and gold.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The AFL Grand Final Parade is a key spectacle.</h3><p class='facts-content'>A part of Grand Final Week celebrations, the AFL Grand Final Parade allows fans to cheer and interact with players from the competing teams. The spectacle attracts nearly 100,000 enthusiasts and builds up anticipation for the decisive match.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Halftime shows add to the pageantry.</h3><p class='facts-content'>Much like the Super Bowl in America, the AFL Grand Final features halftime shows with performances from leading Australian and international artists, adding to the fervor and fanfare of the day.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Teams play for the "holy grail".</h3><p class='facts-content'>In addition to receiving the AFL Premiership Trophy, the victorious team also gets the right to hold the McClelland Trophy for the next year. Often referred to as the "holy grail", it's awarded to the club that leads the competition ladder at the end of the home-and-away season.</p></div></div>
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