Incredible scenes as Geelong win AFL Grand Final 2022

The sea of navy blue Cats fans has erupted as Geelong wins the AFL Grand Final 2022 at the MCG, with incredible photos capturing the chaos.

Incredible scenes were captured in Melbourne today as the Geelong Cats swamped the Swans by 81 points at the MCG, winning the 2022 AFL Grand Final.

Joel Selwood of the Geelong Cats and his team celebrate with the trophy as they celebrate victory during the 2022 AFL Grand Final. Photo by Mark Kolbe/AFL Photos/via Getty Images

The 2022 AFL Grand Final Premiers. Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The Cats were emotional as they celebrated defeating the Swans during the 2022 AFL Grand Final. Photo by Robert Cianflone/AFL Photos/via Getty Images

Cats player Jeremy Cameron celebrates a goal during the Grand Final. Photo by Darrian Traynor/AFL Photos/via Getty Images

Happy cats at the MCG. Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

With the home state advantage, the Geelong Cats took a strong lead against the Sydney Swans in the first quarter, up by 35 points.

In the end, they defeated the boys in red by a whopping 81 points.

Sydney Swans players were emotional watching the Cats accept their medals.

Sydney's Tom McCartin and Paddy McCartin look defeated after the Grand Final. Photo by Phil Hillyard

Sydney's Chad Warner is emotional. Photo by Phil Hillyard

Sydney's Tom McCartin and Paddy McCartin. Photo by Phil Hillyard

Fans dressed top to toe in team colours packed the stands to passionately cheer on the Cats and Swans.

Grand Final Live Site at St Mary's. Tracey Harrison celebrates. Picture: Mike Dugdale

Geelong Cats fans showing their team pride. Picture: David Caird

The packed stands of the MCG are a pleasant contrast to the 2021 Grand Final, which was held in Perth due to the ongoing pandemic restrictions.

With only 60,000 allowed in the crowd last year, Aussie footy fans have well and truly made up for the 2021 loss this year.

Swans supporters in the crowd watch on. Photo by Mark Kolbe/AFL Photos/via Getty Images

A man who travelled from Sydney to the game said there was a unique atmosphere in the MCG today.

“The energy is very nervous among both set of fans,” he said.

Incredible scenes in the MCG today. Photo by Robert Cianflone/AFL Photos/via Getty Images

Sydney fans arriving at the MCG. Picture: NCA NewsWire / David Crosling

Robbie Williams and Delta Goodrem performing at the AFL Grand Final Picture: Jason Edwards

The two performed a tribute for Shane Warne. Photo by Phil Hillyard

The game is being broadcast on Channel 7 this afternoon, for those not willing to brave the masses or who missed out on a ticket.

Pre-game entertainment saw Robbie Williams perform a touching rendition of his hit song “Angels” alongside Delta Goodrem, in a touching tribute to the late Shane Warne.

The stars were dressed in hot pink, with Williams sporting a braided hairstyle.

Geelong fans march to the MCG for the 2022 AFL Grand Final in Melbourne. Picture: NCA NewsWire / David Crosling

Carlton and United Breweries have delivered an astonishing 100,000 litres to the MCG for the Grand Final.

Alongside thousands of cans and stubbies, CUB have supplied 1500 kegs straight from the Abbotsford brewery.

CUB’s Head of Classic Brands, Hayden Turner told The Shout nearly three quarters of the beer consumed at the MCG today would be Carlton Draught, followed by Great Northern Super Crisp.

Seas of red appear as the Swans fans enter the building. Picture: NCA NewsWire / David Crosling

Marching in crowds to their own tunes, Geelong fans are ready. Picture: NCA NewsWire / David Crosling

As “Grand Final fever” reaches boiling point, Victoria Police are making a heavy appearance across the CBD, especially around the MCG and surrounds this afternoon and evening.

Officers on foot are supported by patrols from the Mounted Branch, Highway Patrol and the Public Order Response Team.

Extra security measures are in place, with bag checks and wanding at the gates.

Victoria Police said there would be a “strong focus on responsible service of alcohol.”

Fans start arriving for the 2022 AFL Grand Final in Melbourne. Picture: NCA NewsWire / David Crosling

Geelong fans, along with a band, head to the MCG. Picture: NCA NewsWire / David Crosling

The Geelong flag, rainbow edition. Picture: NCA NewsWire / David Crosling

Emily Hicks, who travelled from Adelaide to see the game, said she arrived at 11:30am and got through security easily.

“The atmosphere is unbelievable,” Ms Hicks said.

“It’s super high energy, but there are massive lines for bathrooms and to get drinks.”

“There are cops everywhere. I saw them with one man outside, but I’m not sure what for,” she said.

“Robbie Williams and Delta Goodrem were amazing.”

Ms Hicks said she drove over from Adelaide, as airline tickets were a struggle to get a hold of.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – NewsWire Photos, SEPTEMBER 24, 2022. Fans start arriving for the 2022 AFL Grand Final in Melbourne. Picture: NCA NewsWire / David Crosling

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – NewsWire Photos, SEPTEMBER 24, 2022. Geelong fans march to the MCG for the 2022 AFL Grand Final in Melbourne. Picture: NCA NewsWire / David Crosling

Melbourne Divisional Commander, Acting Superintendent Scott Johnson said it was a fantastic time to be in Melbourne.

“Police and PSOs will be there every step of the way with a boosted presence on the public transport network and around the vicinity of the MCG.”

“The policing operation doesn’t stop when the final siren sounds – we will be there for fans heading home or onto further celebrations in the CBD, Richmond and other entertainment precincts.”

The Premiership Cup is seen during the 2022 AFL Grand Final match. Photo by Mark Kolbe/AFL Photos/via Getty Images