Fox Footy channel coverage

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This info won't mean much to most of the posters at Madjacks but for any Aussies with the Fox Footy channel here is a breakdown of the live television coverage for the first 5 rounds.

Many of the games not being covered live by the Fox Footy channel will be shown live on Free to Air (Channel 9 or 10).

 

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Round One

Round One

ROUND 1 ST KILDA V CARLTON
SATURDAY 30 MARCH AT 2.00PM (EDT)
The Saints are all fired up for a big 2002, but must face the mighty Blues in Round 1. With plenty of feeling between these sides in recent times, this game at Colonial Stadium promises to start the new season with a bang! LIVE at 2.00pm (EDT) in all states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 1 GEELONG V ESSENDON
SATURDAY 30 MARCH AT 6.30PM (CDT)
The Bombers will be determined to go all the way in 2002. Their first mission sees them on a collision course with a young Cats team at the MCG. LIVE at 6.30pm (CDT) in SA only, delayed in all other states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 1 PORT ADELAIDE V KANGAROOS
SATURDAY 30 MARCH AT 7.30PM (EDT)
Port were the big improvers of 2001 and the successful defence of their pre-season title suggests there's more to come this season. Can Port carry their form into the Premiership Season, or will the Roos come out all guns blazing at Football Park? LIVE at 7.30pm (EDT) in VIC, ACT, NSW, QLD & WA only, delayed in SA - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 1 WESTERN BULLDOGS V ADELAIDE
SUNDAY 31 MARCH AT 12.00PM (WST)
These two teams had some classic finals clashes in the late '90s - both will be desperate to draw first blood in 2002 at Colonial Stadium and set themselves up for a successful season. LIVE at 12.00pm (WST) in WA only, delayed in all other states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 1 WEST COAST EAGLES V FREMANTLE
SUNDAY 31 MARCH AT 3.30PM (EST)
There's no bigger game in the West than the Western Derby. And with bragging rights as well as early season momentum on the line, expect to see two sides totally committed to putting life and limb on the line at Subiaco to win the football. LIVE at 3.30pm (EST) in VIC.ACT, NSW, QLD & SA only, delayed in WA - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

 

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Round 2

Round 2

ROUND 2 CARLTON V SYDNEY
SATURDAY 6 APRIL AT 12.00PM (WST)
Carlton will be keen to defend their proud home record against Sydney, who have a poor record at Optus Oval. Can the Swans improve their win-rate or will the Blues hold their own at home? LIVE at 12.00pm (WST) in WA only, delayed in all other states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 2 COLLINGWOOD V WEST COAST EAGLES
SATURDAY 6 APRIL AT 2.00PM (EST)
Magpie coach Mick Malthouse once again faces his old side - no room for sentiment here, however, with the Pies hell-bent on making the finals action for the first time since 1994. From the MCG. LIVE at 2.00pm (EST) in VIC, ACT, NSW, QLD & SA only, delayed in WA - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 2 KANGAROOS V WESTERN BULLDOGS
SATURDAY 6 APRIL AT 6.30PM (CST)
Both sides are desperate to return to the September action in 2002 and this clash at Colonial Stadium looms as a crucial game between two sides likely to be around the fringes when the heat is on later in the year. LIVE at 6.30pm (CST) in SA only, delayed in all other states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 2 ADELAIDE V GEELONG
SATURDAY 6 APRIL AT 7.30PM (EST)
At the close of the 2001 season, Geelong's overall record at Football Park stood at only 2 wins from 14 visits. The Cats will be determined to notch up another victory, but do they have what it takes or will the away-game jitters see them leave Adelaide losers once again? LIVE at 7.00pm (EST) in VIC, ACT, NSW, QLD & WA only, delayed in SA - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 2 FREMANTLE V ST KILDA
SUNDAY 7 APRIL AT 3.30PM (EST)
Both these sides will be hoping to better their 2001 campaigns, and will fancy their chances to rack up an all-important victory early in 2002. Which team will leave Subiaco with some much-needed momentum to take them on to Round 3? LIVE at 3.30pm (EST) in VIC, ACT, NSW, QLD & SA only, delayed in WA - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 2 MELBOURNE V PORT ADELAIDE
SUNDAY 7 APRIL AT 12.00PM (WST)
At the start of 2002, Port had won just 3 games at the MCG since joining the AFL in 1997. Expect a tough battle as the Dees try to make the most of their home games in a bid to return to finals action this season. LIVE at 12.00pm (WST) in WA only, delayed in all other states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

 

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Round 3

Round 3

ROUND 3 ADELAIDE V SYDNEY
SATURDAY 13 APRIL AT 2.30PM (EST) Both sides made an all too brief appearance in the 2001 finals and will be keen to become a more permanent fixture in September 2002. The Swans taught Adelaide a lesson at Football Park last season - can they repeat the dose this time around? LIVE at 2.30pm (EST) in VIC, ACT, QLD & WA only, delayed in all other states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 3 RICHMOND V MELBOURNE
SATURDAY 13 APRIL AT 2.00PM (EST)
The MCG's two oldest tenants square off in a vital game for both sides. The Tigers are focused on a top 4 finish, whilst Melbourne are desperate to return to the heat of September. LIVE at 2.00pm (EST) in NSW & SA only, delayed in all other states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 3 KANGAROOS V GEELONG
SATURDAY 13 APRIL AT 7.00PM (EST)
The Roos and Cats are both in the process of rebuilding their line-ups, with an influx of young talent developing for the future. Early wins are important to build confidence in young players, so this contest at Colonial Stadium is crucial for both sides. LIVE in all states at 7.00pm (EST) - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 3 WEST COAST EAGLES V WESTERN BULLDOGS
SUNDAY 14 APRIL AT 3.30PM (EST)
These two sides have staged some classic 'Wild West' clashes over the past decade, and both will come out breathing fire at Subiaco in a bid to snatch the 4 premiership points. LIVE at 3.30pm (EST) in VIC, ACT, NSW, QLD & SA only, delayed in WA - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 3 ST KILDA V PORT ADELAIDE
SUNDAY 14 APRIL AT 12.00PM (WST)
The Saints gave Port a decent scare in Round 19 of 2001, and will be keen to take it one step further and chalk up a win this time around. But Port pride themselves on performing well in Melbourne and will not take the Saints for granted at Colonial Stadium. LIVE at 12.00pm (WST) in WA only, delayed in all other states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

 

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Round 4

Round 4

ROUND 4 MELBOURNE V WEST COAST EAGLES
SATURDAY 20 APRIL AT 2.00PM (EST)
West Coast only won 3 games in the second half of 2001 - and one of them was against the Demons. Can the Eagles produce a rare win on the road and really take the wind out of Melbourne's sails at Optus Oval? LIVE at 2.00pm (EST) in VIC, ACT, NSW, QLD & SA only, delayed in WA - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 4 COLLINGWOOD V HAWTHORN
SATURDAY 20 APRIL AT 12.00PM (WST)
The Hawks have had the wood over Collingwood in recent times, but the Magpies look a far more potent line-up in 2002 and these are exactly the sorts of tough contests they have to win to return to finals action. From the MCG. LIVE at 12.00pm (WST) in WA only, delayed in all other states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 4 WESTERN BULLDOGS V BRISBANE LIONS
SATURDAY 20 APRIL AT 7.00PM (EST)
There's been plenty of history between these two teams in recent years, and this clash is guaranteed to re-ignite the ferocity and passion in two of the game's proudest outfits. No room for the faint-hearted in and under the packs in this one! LIVE from Colonial Stadium. LIVE at 7.00pm (EST) in VIC, ACT, NSW, SA & WA only, delayed in QLD - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 4 SYDNEY V KANGAROOS
SATURDAY 20 APRIL AT 7.00PM (EST)
Sydney gave the Roos two almighty hidings in 2001 but 2002 is a new year. Pagan's boys have long memories - expect this clash at the SCG to have plenty of fire and spirit! LIVE at 7.00pm (EST) in QLD only, delayed in all other states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 4 FREMANTLE V RICHMOND
SUNDAY 21 APRIL AT 3.30PM (EST)
There's a new air of optimism around Fremantle in 2002, and whilst they still have a long way to go, a win over a premiership aspirant such as Richmond would provide invaluable confidence. But the Tigers know the importance of successful road-trips and will head to Subiaco determined to return with a win. LIVE at 3.30pm (EST) in VIC, ACT, NSW, QLD & SA only, delayed in WA - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 4 GEELONG V ST KILDA
SUNDAY 21 APRIL AT 12.00PM (WST TIME)
The Cats and the Saints lock horns at Baytec Stadium. Their clash in Round 17 of 2001 was tough and physical, and you can expect a few scores to be settled this time around. LIVE at 12.00pm (WST) in WA only, delayed in all other states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

 

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Round 5

Round 5

ROUND 5 WEST COAST EAGLES V BRISBANE LIONS
SATURDAY 27 APRIL AT 3.30PM (EST)
The Brisbane Lions must overcome the longest road-trip in AFL football as they head to Subiaco to face the West Coast Eagles. The Brisbane Lions emerged victorious from their Round 11 clash with the Eagles in 2001 - will it be a different story in 2002? LIVE at 3.30pm (EST) in VIC, ACT, NSW & SA only, delayed in QLD & WA - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 5 HAWTHORN V RICHMOND
SATURDAY 27 APRIL AT 2.00PM (EST)
These two top-4 sides from 2001 go head-to-head at the MCG in a big game for both sides. Both the Hawks and the Tigers will be determined to progress beyond the Preliminary Finals in 2002 and this contest will be a good indication of whether they have what it takes to go all the way. LIVE at 2.00pm (EST) in QLD & WA only, delayed in all other states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 5 ADELAIDE V PORT ADELAIDE
SATURDAY 27 APRIL AT 7.30PM (EST)
There's no bigger game in South Australia than when these two arch-rivals get it on in front of a packed house at Footy Park. Don't miss the first all South Australian Showdown of 2002! LIVE at 7.30pm (EST) in VIC, ACT, NSW, QLD & WA, delayed in SA - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 5 ST KILDA V SYDNEY
SATURDAY 27 APRIL AT 6.30PM (CST)
The Saints celebrated Stewart Loewe's 300th game with a memorable win over the Swans at Colonial Stadium last season. Will they turn the home advantage in their favour once again in this Round 5 clash at Colonial Stadium? LIVE at 6.30pm (CST) in SA only, delayed in all other states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

ROUND 5 CARLTON V KANGAROOS
SUNDAY 28 APRIL AT 2.00PM (EST)
Two powerhouse sides of the 1990s clash in this crucial game at Colonial Stadium. LIVE at 2.00pm (EST) in all states - see On-Line TV Guide for individual state times.

 

[1837]

Humm, by seeing all those games it makes me want that channel too! Can we see some AFL in Canada? :shrug:

 

[Cartman88]

1837,

You buy a 30 metre wide satellite dish and I will see if the boys can point the signal towards Canada.

Either that or you can move to Australia.

 

[1837]

Well, Gimme some nice season like last year in Racing and soon i'll be your neighbour or Ander's one!