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Melbourne Football Club is deeply saddened by the passing of Club Legend Ron Barassi AM.

A much-loved legend of the game, Barassi epitomised Demon Spirit. He achieved an incredible six premierships across 204 games in the red and blue, leaving a legacy like no other.

This page has been created as a tribute to this incredible legacy, as we honour the immense impact Barassi had on all those whose hearts beat true.

We encourage fans and members to share stories about Ron, along with messages for the Barassi family below.

Tributes to Ron Barassi AM

  • State Memorial Service for Ronald Barassi AM

    A State Memorial Service to honour the life of Ron Barassi AM will be held at 11 am on Friday 10 November, at the MCG

    AFL

  • Vale Barassi | 2021 from afar

    Club historian Lynda Carroll takes a look at Barassi's contribution to the 2021 Premiership from Melbourne lockdown.

  • Vale Barassi | Six of the best

    Club historian Lynda Carroll reviews the six Barassi playing premierships.

  • Vale Barassi | Brian Dixon's Tribute

    Brian Dixon pays tribute to his close friend Ron Barassi.

  • Vale Barassi | Ron by the numbers

    Club historian Lynda Carroll breaks down the incredible career of Ron Barassi, by the numbers.

  • Vale Barassi | 31 quotes in their words

    Thirty-one of the best Barassi quotes.

  • Vale Barassi | A letter from Mr Football

    Ron Barassi sent this detailed letter to a country football coach.

  • Vale Ron Barassi | The Debutants of 1953

    Club historian Lynda Carroll profiles a host of Demon names who debuted alongside Barassi in 1953.

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    Ron Barassi | A legendary life in football

    Football is mourning the passing of Ron Barassi, the Australian Football Hall of Fame Legend

    AFL

  • Barassi Feature | One Day in September

    Club historian Lynda Carroll pens a tribute to the 'Mr Football of Melbourne'.

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The Melbourne Football Club acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Owners of the land in which we are privileged to play our great game of AFL on throughout Australia. We recognise the continued connection our custodians have to the land and its waters, and respectfully acknowledge Elders past, present and emerging and their contribution to the broader community, as we work towards an equitable and reconciled Australia.