Everything you need to know about the GIANTS’ round nine clash against the Blues at GIANTS Stadium this weekend. 

Match Details

GIANTS v Carlton
Sunday, May 15 at 3:20pm
GIANTS Stadium

Gates open at 2:20pm

Welcome Game 

The GIANTS’ Welcome Game aims to showcase the rich cultural diversity of Western Sydney and bring together new and existing fans to experience AFL football and their home team, the GIANTS!

Sport is one of the best ways to build social cohesion and create a sense of belonging for those new to the community.

The Welcome Game acknowledges the contribution diverse communities have made to our game for generations and introduces hundreds of new Australians to our great game.

Sunday’s game will recognise and celebrate our cultural diversity with activities and performances across the day.

General Public Tickets 

GIANTS fans who wish to purchase tickets to this Sunday's match can purchase directly through Ticketmaster, click here to secure your seats now. 

GIANTS Members

Reserved Seat Holders 

Members who hold a reserved seat to GIANTS Stadium will be eligible to use their smartphone as their entry method into the game.

For more instructions on mobile ticketing, visit the Members Hub HERE. 

General Admission Members

Members who hold a general admission membership are required to redeem their zero-dollar members ticket in the lead up to Sunday's match. To redeem your ticket, please follow the below instructions HERE.

Cheer Squad Members

GIANTS Cheer Squad members will be required to book their cheer squad tickets with the information provided in the cheer squad newsletters earlier in the week.

For more information visit the GIANTS Members Hub. 

Getting There and Access

Fans are encouraged to plan their trip and consider all the available travel options ahead of time.

Trains run regularly to Olympic Park from Lidcombe; the stadium is a short walk from the station.

When catching public transport, plan ahead, allow extra time and sit or stand on the green dots. You can also check real-time capacity indicators when planning your trip or boarding services. 

Remember it’s mandatory to wear a face mask on public transport and you'll need to use an Opal card or contactless payment card/device. Register your details online at Opal or via the app ahead of time.

If you’re driving, travel with your group and pre-book your parking online (available until 11:59pm the night before the event). Traffic may be heavier than usual on roads approaching the precinct so allow extra travel time. You can find real-time updates on traffic conditions at livetraffic.com.

Additional measures and staff will be in place around Sydney Olympic Park to safely manage crowds arriving and leaving the game so please be patient, practise physical distancing while in queues and follow the directions of staff on site.

Plan your trip at: https://transportnsw.info/trip

Game Day Activities

Arrive early to the game this weekend for your chance to be upgraded to the Toyo Tires Field Club! 20 members will be able to sit just metres from the boundary line and enjoy a premium food package thanks to Toyo Tires.

Make sure you're listening to our MC's pre-game!

In 2022 we have a new Toyo Tires three-quarter-time activation!

As well as supporting the GIANTS, Toyo has helped footy at the grass roots; helping to develop the next generation of GIANT champions as part of their ‘In Support of Sport’ program.

Toyo are giving local footy clubs the chance to compete in the new Make Your Move Challenge. Two teams will race a GIANT Toyo tyre, across the ground with the first to cross the line winning their club a $2,000 donation! 

Make your move with our principal partner, Toyo Tires.

Fan Zone 

• The GIANTS Fan Zone is back in action at GIANTS Stadium this season and will be filled with loads of fun and FREE activities for all ages.
• Giveaways: Make sure you grab your hand clappers, posters and rally towels to kick-start your GIANTS game day experience in style!
• GIANTS Big Kick and netball inflatables; test your kicking and netball skills at our GIANTS inflatables.
• We're giving away keyrings, stubby coolers, playing deck cards and mini stress balls as well as double passes to the GIANTS' next home game at the St George Apple Pay Booth!
• Drop by the Harvey Norman activation where you can take a selfie with the GIANTS mural and spin the Harvey Norman spin wheel. While you’re there don’t forget to pick up your bang-bang stick.
• Face painting will all be available for free in the GIANTS Fan Zone so make sure you deck yourself out in as much orange as possible to support your GIANTS.
• Don’t miss your opportunity to celebrate our Welcome Game with your very own Henna Tattoo.
• Enjoy a dance with our African Drumming Group roaming the Fan Zone.
• Chinese Lion Dancing will also be roaming the GIANTS Fan Zone.
• Stop by the Harvey Norman activation before first bounce for you chance to win an upgrade into the St. George Skydeck!

Merchandise 

The GIANTS Shop is located inside Gate D. The 2022 Puma Replica Never Surrender jumper and 2022 members merchandise will be available for purchase. Member discounts and GIANTS Shop vouchers can be redeemed at the GIANTS Shops.

VFL

The GIANTS will take on the Southport Sharks in round eight of the VFL season at Austworld Centre Oval in Queensland at 12:05pm on Sunday afternoon.

Catch every game of the VFL season live and free via the AFL website and AFL App.

Most Valuable GIANT

Vote for your Most Valuable GIANT! After our game on Sunday, GIANTS fans will be able to vote for their most valuable player in a 3, 2, 1 voting style. Vote via Instagram story or on the GIANTS app - Click here to download it now. This year the overall winner of the Most Valuable GIANT - as chosen by you - will be awarded the trophy at the Kevin Sheedy Medal.

Team Selection

The GIANTS will name a 26-man squad on Thursday at 6:20pm with the final team to be named at 5pm on Friday.

The VFL team will be named at 6pm the day before the match.

Broadcast

Sunday’s match will be shown live on the Seven Network including 7mate in NSW and the ACT as well as Fox Footy and Kayo nationally from 3pm.

The match can also be heard on the following radio stations in Sydney this week: SEN’s AFL Nation. For the latest television and radio broadcast guide, click here. 

Social Media 

For all the latest news, follow @GWSGIANTS on social media: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.