The VFLW Bombers will open their 2021 campaign at the NEC Hangar on Sunday. (Photo: Essendon FC)

Essendon will open its 2021 VFLW season in a history-making match against the Southern Saints at the NEC Hangar on Sunday.

The match will mark the VFLW Bombers' first at the NEC Hangar for points in their short history, with the venue set to house a new women's football facility in the club's push for an AFLW licence.

Fans will be able to attend the game free, but will need to follow the COVID-19 protocols in place below.

Please note that the match will be played on the MCG Oval at the NEC Hangar (ground closest to the building). Free street parking will be available on Melrose Drive, while public toilets will be set up for general public use.

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS:

  • All spectators must sign in to the QR code available all around the ground.
  • Building access is strictly not allowed for all spectators, including family and friends of players.
  • Spectators must view the game from ground level on the far side of the black fence away from the building and interchange benches.
  • No spectators are permitted on to the ground or into the football facilities.
  • Masks must be worn in the event you are not able to socially distance.

MATCH DETAILS:

Essendon v Southern Saints
10:30am, Sunday, February 28
NEC Hangar, 275 Melrose Drive, Melbourne Airport