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Football fans line up outside the members gates before the AFL Grand Final match between Sydney Swans and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on September 28, 2024, in Melbourne. Getty Images

AFL grand final day is finally here. Follow along on our live blog as we count down to the big game between the Sydney Swans and Brisbane Lions then follow all the celebrations and commiserations post game.

Catch all the exclusive grand final day action and the big game live, free, and in HD starting from 7am, on Seven and 7plus.

Saturday's Sydney vs Brisbane live stream serves up the 2024 AFL Grand Final at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Here's how to watch it online, from anywhere.

Two non-Victorian clubs are set to meet in the 2024 AFL Grand Final, prompting thousands of fans to travel interstate in the hopes of seeing their team win the premiership.

The grand final between the Sydney Swans and the Brisbane Lions has all the makings of an absolute classic. Two fascinating clubs — with their intriguing history — now come together to decide what has been one of the most amazing AFL seasons ever witnessed.

Follow along of the colour and action as the Swans and Lions take to the streets of Melbourne for the AFL grand final parade and final training session at the MCG.