Another AFL fixture confirmed for Darwin

AFL has confirmed the details of Round 13, with two games scheduled to take place in Darwin this month.

Already announced is the Dreamtime in Darwin game between Essendon and Richmond on Saturday, 22 August at TIO Stadium. One of the biggest showdowns of the season, the Dreamtime game celebrates the contribution of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to AFL.

Northern Territory Major Events Company CEO Tim Watsford said it was great that fans could enjoy two AFL games in the Territory on the same weekend.

“With the Territory producing so many incredible Aboriginal footballers it seems natural the Dreamtime match should take place here. Now we have a Gold Coast SUNS game to add to the calendar too. That means four professional AFL teams and their support crews staying right here in the Territory.

We’ve already seen plenty of local support for the Dreamtime game, and the second match will further increase the excitement. This doubleheader will inspire our next generation of AFL players.”

Fans will also be able to watch the Gold Coast SUNS take on Carlton at TIO Stadium the day before, on Friday, 21 August. The game is part of a four-year agreement between the NT Government and AFL.

Ticketing details for both games will be confirmed soon.