Essendon will kick off its pre-season NAB Challenge campaign on Monday night against the Gold Coast Suns.
The Bombers have named a young squad to face the Suns at Metricon Stadium, including new recruits Zach Merrett, Orazio Fantasia, Fraser Thurlow and Kurt Aylett.
Essendon v Gold Coast
Monday 17 February
Metricon Stadium at 6.10pm (local time)
Gates Open
Public gates to Metricon Stadium will be open from 5.00pm
Ticketing
Tickets for the NAB Challenge match between Essendon and Gold Coast are still available through Ticketmaster. Click here to purchase your tickets today or call 136 100 for further information. Please note that Essendon and Gold Coast members do not have free or discounted entry to this match.
TV Broadcast Guide
Fox Footy at 7.00pm EDT (live)
Radio Guide
1116 SEN and AFL Live
The Bomber Shop
For official Essendon merchandise direct from the club visit the Bomber Shop marquee inside Gate 1, Metricon Stadium from 5pm on Monday 17 February.
Membership
It’s time to Don The Sash. Be it the players who take to the field or the supporters who wear it proudly in the stands, the bold red sash is what unites us all. Become a member today. Visit membership.essendonfc.com.au to sign up as a member for 2014.
Live Online Coverage
Twitter
To follow all the action live via Twitter with full commentary, stats and scores, visit: www.twitter.com/EssendonFC
Use the #NABChallenge hash tag to participate in the conversation.
Facebook
To get regular updates throughout the game on Facebook visit www.facebook.com/Essendon.
Post Game
The playing group will take part in a lap around the oval to greet fans following the final siren.
