Essendon’s VFL team will finalise their preparations for the 2014 with their final practice match of the pre-season against Richmond at the True Value Solar Centre on Saturday.

Fans are encouraged to come and cheer on the red and black as we take on archrival Richmond in our final hit out before the home and away season kicks off.

The game will kick off from 11am with the Bomber Café and Bomber Shop both set to be open before and during the game.

Please note there will be no parking for the general public on site.

Parking is available at Melbourne Airport Club off Melrose Drive, 400 metres after the True Value Solar Centre entrance. This parking is available with a gold coin donation and is approximately a 200 metre walk to the facility.

There is also limited parking in the residential streets both opposity the True Value Solar Centre and prior to the Mantra Hotel, accessible from Melrose Drive. Pleae ensure you familiarize yourself with any parking restrictions that may apply in these streets.

The Bombers team for the clash will be released on essendonfc.com.au on Thursday evening.