The Casey Demons hit the road this weekend, taking on the Footscray Bulldogs in a Round 1 clash at Mission Whitten Oval. The Dees face a tough challenge against the reigning premiers, with the first bounce set for 12:05pm.
With Footscray set to unfurl their premiership flag, Casey will be eager to spoil the celebrations and kickstart their 2026 campaign in style. A strong performance against one of the competition’s benchmark sides would set the tone for the season ahead and provide an early statement of intent.
Fans can catch all the action live via the AFL and VFL apps, as well as coverage on ABC and ABC iview.
VFL v Footscray Bulldogs
🏉 Round 1
🗓️ Date: Saturday August 17th
⏰ First Bounce: 12:05pm
📍Venue: Mission Whitten Oval | Wurundjeri
📺 Watch LIVE on the VFL/AFL Apps or on the ABC
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