The AFL is expected to secure a deal by Friday that will make the MCG the home of the Grand Final until at least 2057. The deal will also see improvements to Etihad Stadium, along with financial assistance to grow women's football and grassroots football.
The massive deal between the Daniel Andrews government and the AFL, which is expected to total at least $500 million, will include improvements to state-league and women's football grounds which include:
AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan has promised interstate clubs, should they make the Grand Final, will receive a charter flight to Melbourne. Interstate clubs will also have access to the MCG as a training ground for home and away games and finals games. The MCG's Great Southern Stand will receive an upgrade to ensure that the ground's capacity will stay above 100,000. Etihad Stadium will receive a $225 million investment to improve the stadium and the surrounding Docklands precinct. Daniel Andrews is expected to make an announcement regarding the $500 million deal on Friday.
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