The Fremantle Dockers take on Melbourne this Friday night, 29 July at Optus Stadium.

The clash is Retro Round, thanks to 92.9 Triple M.

Fremantle are throwing it back to the late 90’s and bringing back the iconic 3D anchor jumper that they wore from the 1998-2001 seasons for the Friday night clash.

Bounce Down is at 6.10pm.

GETTING TO OPTUS STADIUM
Please plan ahead if you are travelling by public transport to the stadium as your regular match-day Transperth Suburbian Event Network Service WILL NOT be available pre-game on Friday. However, it will be operating post-match, as per other match-days.

Your footy ticket includes travel on all Transperth services for three hours either side of the match, so be prepared and ensure you plan your journey on Friday ahead with Transperth’s Journey Planner, and please click here for further information.

If asked, show your ticket to the driver or inspector. Keep in mind, you must have your football ticket or membership on you to travel for no extra cost. 
Please note, the final Transperth buses will be leaving 45 minutes after the game.

For the safety of all patrons, we encourage all attendees to ensure they are well aware of the above points, prior to attending the game. If you have a family or linked account, please pass this information onto all attending.

TICKETING INFORMATION
General Admission members are required to redeem their ticket through Ticketmaster.

This is due to the overwhelming demand for memberships and tickets and will ensure that all members who wish to attend can access a seat. Members can choose to redeem a free seat or pay a fee to upgrade to a seat in a higher category. Guest tickets can also be added during this process.

General Admission members check your email for more information including your barcode to redeem your ticket through Ticketmaster. 

MEMBER SEAT RETURNS
If you are unable to attend the game this weekend and wish to put your seat up for re-sale, you can do so via your MyFreo account or by contacting membership@fremantlefc.com.au. In the event that your seat does sell, you will receive a credit toward your MyFreo account.

HELP US, HELP YOU
Report anti-social behaviour to Stadium staff immediately by texting 0409 317 771.

KEY TIMES
4.00pm - Membership services available at gate B and E
4.15pm – Gates open
5.25pm - 5.40pm – On-field warm-up
5.56pm – Fremantle team entry
6.10pm - Bounce down 

Please arrive early to avoid the crowds.

We would like to thank members in advance for their patience and understanding when lining up for certain food and beverage across some areas of the stadium as they will also be impacted due to staffing resources.

MATCH DAY ENTERTAINMENT
PRE-GAME
Airbrush tattoo
Our airbrush tattoo station will be located near lobby 107.

Triple M Street Crew
Pop by and say hi to the Triple M street crew as major sponsors of Retro Round. They'll be located outside Gate A/B near the train station.

Retro Photo Booth thanks to Boomer
Thanks to our AFL Coaches Partner, Boomer Home Loans make sure you head to the photo booth at Lobby 101 to get your own retro photo taken. The best retro photo on the night will win a $250 Mastercard gift card, thanks to Boomer Home Loans, so get your outfit and poses sorted and make sure you get your photo taken for your chance to win or be featured on the big screen at half-time.

End Of Fashion
We’re celebrating Retro Round with Perth band End Of Fashion thanks to 92.9 Triple M. Listen out pre-game, at quarter time and at half time where the stage is set for a number of rocking performances!

THREE-QUARTER TIME
Programmed Race the LED
Programmed is giving two lucky fans the opportunity to recruit a friend to take part in a race against the LED. If the contestants beat the LED, they will have the chance to win a $500 voucher and a Fremantle Dockers AFL team signed jumper!

OPTUS STADIUM COVID-19 INFORMATION
Optus Stadium adheres to all COVID-19 directions that are based on the latest advice of the Chief Health Officer.
 
As part of the State Government's return to baseline settings, Optus Stadium is currently at 100 per cent capacity for events. 
 
Masks are no longer mandatory while attending the stadium and proof of vaccination is no longer required to enter the venue.

Arrive early… avoid delays
Having your digital ticket ready prior to arrival and getting to the stadium early will ensure you are not caught in long queues outside the stadium in the lead-up to the game.
Please remember to practice social distancing at each checkpoint when you enter the gates the scanner for digital ticket(s) is located to the right of the turnstile entry gates. Please do not bring bags larger than an A4 piece of paper.

Leave your cash at home
Optus Stadium is currently a cashless venue meaning you will need to pay using EFTPOS at all food and beverage outlets.

Other key points:
•    No cloaking facilities available. Don't bring bulky items.
•    Practice good hand hygiene.
•    If you feel unwell or have experienced any COVID-19 symptoms during the two weeks prior to this weekend’s game, please DO NOT attend. If you begin to feel ill whilst at the game, please make sure to notify an Optus Stadium representative immediately and follow the directions of any venue, club or AFL staff.

OPTUS STADIUM RESTAURANTS AND CATERING
The City View Cafe will be CLOSED.
The Goodwood restaurant will be CLOSED.

The Freo Clubhouse
We’re throwing it back to the late 90's and the Freo Clubhouse is becoming the Bill Walker room for Retro Round. Show your ticket stating room access to receive entry to the Bill Walker room for round 20.

If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact the membership services team on (08) 9433 7111 or at membership@fremantlefc.com.au

Melbourne used round 20 to launch its undefeated charge towards the premiership last year, and history could be repeating after the Demons dispatched Fremantle by 46 points at the site of their famous flag win. 

The Demons brought the fanatical defensive pressure and hunger for the contest that marked their 2021 season and secured a crucial four points, winning 12.13 (85) to 5.9 (39).

It is only one win after an unsteady two months, but there were signs everywhere that the Demons are ready to flick a switch and reignite their campaign three matches out from finals.   

They dealt a massive blow to Fremantle's season in the process, with Fremantle losing their fourth match on home soil this season and facing the prospect of falling as low as seventh on the ladder by the end of the round.

The game was on Melbourne's terms from the opening bounce, and it increased its lead at every change. The only concern as the final siren sounded was the fitness of young star Luke Jackson, who headed to the rooms with a trainer in the final minutes with his right knee strapped. 

Former captain Jack Viney was outstanding for the winners, setting the tone with his attack on the ball and man to finish with 33 disposals (16 contested) and four clearances.  

Norm Smith medallist Christian Petracca, who was quiet in the last meeting between these teams, bounced back to challenge for best afield honours with 30 touches, six clearances and seven inside 50s. 

Re-signed defender Angus Brayshaw moved into the midfield and gave the Demons a different look with 28 disposals, while Bayley Fritsch and Kysaiah Pickett did the damage in attack with three goals each. 

The clear win for Fremantle was tireless midfielder James Aish's shutdown job on Melbourne star Clayton Oliver, holding his man to 21 disposals and having 28 himself as his team's best player. 

Key defender Alex Pearce held Melbourne forward Sam Weideman to one goal from one disposal, while David Mundy (35 and 10 clearances) and Will Brodie (35 and seven) were workhorses.  

Fremantle ultimately lost the inside 50s by a massive 60-40 and did little with their ball movement to change the flow of the game under Melbourne's relentless pressure and defensive discipline. 

The Demons' fast start was built on that defensive intensity and they raced to a 21-point lead, dominating the contested ball and forcing Fremantle into rushed kicks that allowed them to win it back quickly.  

It took the speed of Brandon Walker, Michael Frederick and Michael Walters to create opportunities for Freo, who matched the Demons' intensity late in the quarter and clawed the margin back to 13 points. 

Ruckman Sean Darcy was physical at the start of the second term and upset Petracca in a behind-play moment, but it was the Demons again setting the standard on the ball. 

As an electric crowd grew frustrated with the umpires' interpretation of the high tackle rule, the Demons piled on three quick goals to open up a 33-point lead. 

A massive rundown tackle from Andrew Brayshaw on Jackson had the potential to be a team-lifting moment, but it was composure under pressure rather than the effort that was holding Fremantle back. 

They entered half-time trailing by 27 points and needing to reproduce the barnstorming third quarter from round 11 that had announced them at the time as a credible premiership threat. 

They couldn't, with Melbourne turning the screws in the second half and celebrating what could be a season-defining win for it, and a season-defining loss for its opponents.  

Defensive moves get mixed results 
Fremantle had two match-ups in mind that were easy to repeat after their round 11 win at the MCG. Griffin Logue went straight to Steven May as a defensive forward, and James Aish tagged Clayton Oliver from the outset, instead of waiting until the second half. While Aish was terrific, Logue was part of a forward group that didn't impact the game, with May eventually getting to Rory Lobb and having a say. The Demons were still able to manufacture a loose man when they wanted, and their midfielders made sure the ball came in under pressure. They weren't done any favours, but more was needed from key targets Lobb and Matt Taberner.  

Brayshaws do battle in the midfield
The move of Angus into the midfield by Melbourne allowed the Brayshaw brothers to spend time opposed to each other and the pair regularly stood with each other at stoppages. Andrew is among the Brownlow Medal favourites and was prolific again, while Angus has been putting together a fine season as a defender. But after signing a six-year deal to remain with Melbourne, his move into the midfield looked a winner. He had two fewer disposals than his brother's 30, but was more damaging and got forward into dangerous positions.  

FREMANTLE         2.2       3.4       4.5          5.9 (39)
MELBOURNE        4.3       7.7      10.11     12.13 (85)

GOALS
Fremantle: Frederick 2, Walters 2, Logue
Melbourne: Fritsch 3, Pickett 3, Spargo 2, Jordon, Langdon, Melksham, Weideman

BEST
Fremantle: Aish, Pearce, Mundy, Brodie, Brayshaw, Walters 
Melbourne: Viney, Petracca, Fritsch, Brayshaw, Pickett, Hibberd  

INJURIES
Fremantle: Nil
Melbourne: Lever (ankle), Jackson (TBC)

SUBSTITUTES
Fremantle: Bailey Banfield (unused)
Melbourne: Kade Chandler (unused)