AFL Grand Final 2023 Collingwood v Brisbane: How to watch, start time, weather, parade details and everything you need to know

The AFL Grand Final is here. From how to watch and start time to parade details and pre-game entertainment, here’s everything you need to know about Collingwood v Brisbane.

The AFL Grand Final is here – it’s Collingwood vs Brisbane in what promises to be an epic finale to season 2023.

Here is everything you need to know about the premiership decider on Saturday, September 30.

WHAT TIME DOES THE AFL GRAND FINAL START?

The first bounce will be at 2:30pm AEST on Saturday, September 30. That’s 2pm in SA and NT and 12.30pm in WA.

HOW TO WATCH THE AFL GRAND FINAL

The 2023 AFL Grand Final will be shown live on Seven and 7Plus, and you can watch a replay on Kayo Sports.

Collingwood and Brisbane play in the 2023 AFL Grand Final on Saturday.

WHO WILL WIN THE AFL GRAND FINAL?

Collingwood and Brisbane have been the best two teams all year, with both qualifying final winners to play off in the decider for just the second time since 2017.

But the experts and punters are split on the winner.

The Magpies ($1.75) are favourite with TAB – as of Thursday afternoon – ahead of the Lions at $2.10.

Expert analyst Mick McGuane has dived deep into the concerns, plans and match-ups of the AFL grand final – and determines where the decider will be won. Read his ultimate guide here.

There’s also the eight match-ups that will decide the grand final and the grand final power rankings to get you up to speed.

IS THERE AN AFL GRAND FINAL PARADE?

The 2023 AFL Grand Final parade will start from 10.30am (AEST) on Friday and will be broadcast exclusively on Fox Footy.

As revealed by this masthead, a huge new public live site with a 360-degree stage will form the centrepiece of this year’s revamped AFL grand final parade.

The parade will start from a Melbourne Park field used as Grand Slam Oval during the Australian Open that will become a live site to get fans closer to the action.

The motorcade will make its way through Birrarung Marr and into Footy Festival at Yarra Park, concluding at Gate 3 of the MCG.

A map of the new AFL Grand Final Parade route.

IS THERE AN GRAND FINAL SWEEP?

There is! Start planning your big day now by downloading the Herald Sun AFL Grand Final sweep poster here.

WHAT HAPPENS IF THERE’S A DRAW IN THE AFL GRAND FINAL?

Extra time will be required if scores are level at full-time. Both teams would have a six-minute break before the game resumes with two three-minute halves (plus time on). Teams swap ends after each half without a break.

An extra 10 interchanges are permitted in each half and do not roll over.

If scores are still level after the first extra time, another two halves of extra time would be played.

WHAT IS AFL GRAND FINAL WEATHER FORECAST?

The weather forecast for Melbourne on Saturday September 30, is 29 degrees and mostly sunny.

Norm Smith medal favourite Nick Daicos at Collingwood training this week. Picture: Michael Klein

WHO IS THE 2023 AFL GRAND FINAL ENTERTAINMENT?

International rock superstars KISS will headline the AFL Grand Final entertainment, performing pre-game.

At half-time, Mark Seymour & the Undertow, and special guest Kate Miller-Heidke, will perform.

WHO IS THE NORM SMITH MEDAL FAVOURITE?

The 2023 Norm Smith medal will be awarded to the player judged best afield in the AFL Grand Final.

Jon Ralph has rated every player 1-46 ahead of Saturday’s big clash.

THE TAB ODDS (AS OF THURS 2PM)

Nick Daicos (COL) $4.50

Jordan De Goey (COL) $5.50

Lachie Neale (BRI) $7.00

Josh Dunkley (BRI) $14.00

Hugh McCluggage (BRI) $14.00

Joe Daniher (BRI) $26.00

Josh Daicos (COL) $26.00

Scott Pendlebury (COL) $26.00

Jack Crisp (COL) $26.00

Charlie Cameron (BRI) $26.00

Steele Sidebottom (COL) $34.00

Harris Andrews (BRI) $34.00

Keidean Coleman (BRI) $34.00

Darcy Moore (COL) $34.00

Tom Mitchell (COL) $34.00

Cam Rayner (BRI) $41.00

Zac Bailey (BRI) $41.00

WHEN IS THE AFL GRAND FINAL PUBLIC HOLIDAY IN 2023?

The grand final public holiday in Victoria is Friday, September 29.

CAN I STILL GET TICKETS TO THE AFL GRAND FINAL?

Grand final packages are the only way non-members can gain access to the game. All inner sanctum, dining and guaranteed reserve seating packages are sold out. Find out everything you need to know here.

WHERE ARE THE GRAND FINAL LIVE SITES?

If you missed out on a ticket, there are still plenty of live sites to watch the game with fellow supporters. Get more information here.

Originally published as AFL Grand Final 2023 Collingwood v Brisbane: How to watch, start time, weather, parade details and everything you need to know