The Fremantle Dockers take on Brisbane this Sunday afternoon, 5 June at Optus Stadium. Bounce down is at 3.20pm.

The round is Fremantle’s Inaugural ‘Make Our Mark’ Charity Match with the Purple Hands Foundation.

The game will recognise the incredible work of the Foundation in the WA community while aiming to raise funds for the programs that are having a genuine impact on people’s lives.

Fans will be asked to contribute $10 to help the Purple Hands Foundation's support of the WA Community.

Learn more about the donation drive here.

MANDURAH LINE DISRUPTIONS
Important: Trains on the Mandurah Line will be cancelled between Elizabeth Quay and Aubin Grove stations from the evening of Thursday 2 June until first service Tuesday 7 June, including during this Fremantle Dockers match on Sunday 5 June.

Train replacement buses will be operating between Aubin Grove and Elizabeth Quay during this time, with trains operating between Aubin Grove and Mandurah stations.

CLAISEBROOK AND MCIVER STATIONS DISRUPTIONS
Will be closed from approximately 5.45pm until 7.15pm.
Train replacement bus Route 901 runs every 10 minutes between:

• East Perth Station
• Claisebrook Station
• McIver Station
• Perth Busport.

The closest stop to Perth Station (heading to East Perth) is Stop 12901 (Wellington St - Red CAT Stop 24/Yellow CAT Stop 25).

THORNLIE STATION DISRUPTIONS
Trains will not service Thornlie Station. The last trains servicing Thornlie Station depart:

• Perth at: 5.07pm
• Thornlie at: 5.05pm.

Full line services will resume departing:

• Perth at: 7.15pm
• Thornlie at: 7.47pm.

Train replacement bus Route 908 runs between Cannington and Thornlie stations every 15 minutes during this time. Catch the Armadale Line to Cannington Station to connect to the train replacement bus. Bicycles are not permitted on Transperth buses, including train replacement services.

Moore Street pedestrian crossing (near McIver Station)
Will be closed from approximately 5.45pm until 7.15pm.

Use the JourneyPlanner or call the InfoLine on 13 62 13 to plan your journey.

GETTING TO OPTUS STADIUM
Your footy ticket includes travel on all Transperth services for three hours either side of the match. If asked, show your ticket to the driver or inspector. Keep in mind, you must have your football ticket or membership on you to travel for no extra cost. 

Make sure you're ready for game day, masks are required onboard all Transperth services unless you have an exemption.

OPTUS STADIUM COVID-19 INFORMATION
Optus Stadium adheres to all COVID-19 directions that are based on the latest advice of the Chief Health Officer.
 
As part of the State Governments return to baseline settings, Optus Stadium is currently at 100 per cent capacity for events. 
 
Masks are no longer mandatory while attending the stadium and proof of vaccination is no longer required to enter the venue.

TICKETING INFORMATION
Despite Optus Stadium returning to 100 per cent capacity, General Admission members will still be required to redeem their ticket through Ticketmaster.
This is due to the overwhelming demand for memberships and tickets and will ensure that all members who wish to attend can access a seat. Members can choose to redeem a free seat or pay a fee to upgrade to a seat in a higher category. Guest tickets can also be added during this process.
General Admission members can redeem through Ticketmaster. Check your email for more information include your barcode. 

MEMBER SEAT RETURNS
If you are unable to attend the game this weekend and wish to put your seat up for re-sale, you can do so via you MyFreo account or by contacting membership@fremantlefc.com.au. In the event that your seat does sell, you will receive a credit toward your MyFreo account.

HELP US, HELP YOU
Report anti-social behaviour to Stadium Staff immediately or text 0409 317 771.

KEY TIMES
1.00pm - Membership services available at gate B and E
1.15pm – Gates open
2.35pm – 2.50pm - On-field warm-up
3.06pm – Fremantle team entry
3.20pm - Bounce down 

Please arrive early to avoid the crowds.

We also would like to thank members in advance for their patience and understanding when lining up for certain food and beverage across some areas of the stadium as they will also be impacted due to staffing resources.

MATCH DAY ENTERTAINMENT

PRE-GAME
Inflatable obstacle course and Super Goals
Located on the Southern Oval, outside gate D are an inflatable obstacle course and super goals. Bring the family down for some football fun before the game.

Triple M Footy Fun
Triple M rocks footy and they’ll also be rocking the Southern Oval on game day. Test out your handball skills, take part in Triple M’s Giant Pong Challenge or spin the wheel to win some awesome giveaways.

Airbrush tattoo
Our airbrush tattoo station will be located near lobby 107 from 1.15pm.

All Abilities Kick 2 Kick
The pre-game kick to kick for round 12 features the Players from the WA integrated football league and the Kick ability program.
The WA All Abilities Football Association (WAAAFA) provides opportunities for people with a disability to participate in Australian football like every other Australian.

QUARTER TIME
Programmed Race the LED
Programmed is giving two lucky fans the opportunity to recruit a friend to take part in a race against the LED. If the contestants beat the LED, they will have the chance to win a $500 voucher and a Fremantle Dockers AFL team signed jumper!

HALF TIME
Triple M Live
A talented artist will be performing live at half time from the level 5 stage.

Parent Rooms
Round 12 will see the parent room on Level 1 Aisle 148 closed to the public. Alternative parent rooms can be found at locations: Level 1 Aisle 112 & Level 1 Aisle 137.

Arrive early… avoid delays
Having your digital ticket ready prior to arrival and get to the stadium early will ensure you are not caught in long queues outside the stadium in the lead up to the game.
Scan on your right, enter on your left
Please remember to practice social distancing at each checkpoint when you enter the gates and that the scanner to scan your digital ticket(s) is located to the right of the turnstile entry gates. Please do not bring bags larger than an A4 piece of paper.

Leave your cash at home
Optus Stadium is currently a cashless venue meaning you will need to pay using EFTPOS at all food and beverage outlets.

Other key points:
•    No cloaking facilities available. Don't bring bulky items.
•    Do not approach players or officials for autographs or photos.
•    Practice good hand hygiene.
•    If you feel unwell or have experienced any COVID-19 symptoms during the two weeks prior to this weekend’s game, please DO NOT attend. If you begin to feel ill whilst at the game, please make sure to notify an Optus Stadium representative immediately and follow the directions of any venue, club or AFL staff.

OPTUS STADIUM RESTAURANTS AND CATERING
The City View Café will be CLOSED.

The Goodwood restaurant will be CLOSED.

The Freo Clubhouse       

The Freo Clubhouse in River View Rooms and Sky View Lounge will be open for round 12, you will need to show your ticket stating room access to receive entry.

If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact the membership services team on (08) 9433 7111 or at membership@fremantlefc.com.au

Get your $10 donation to the Purple Hands Foundation in here!

Fremantle has blasted the premiership race wide open after its second consecutive win against a leading contender, beating Brisbane by 14 points in a heavyweight clash at Optus Stadium on Sunday.

One week on from their stirring win over reigning premier Melbourne, Fremantle made another massive statement with a 15.9 (99) to 13.7 (85) win over the Lions in a thrilling clash.

The result drew Justin Longmuir's team level with the Lions in second spot on 9-3, one win off top-placed Melbourne, putting themselves firmly in the flag mix ahead of the second half of the season.

The match was about as close as you will get to a September preview in June, played at a finals-like intensity between two high-quality teams who threw everything at each other for four relentless quarters. 

The win was ultimately testament to Freo's now famed defence, which held up under significant pressure against the highest scoring team in the competition.

Fremantle then took its chances when it had the momentum, setting up the win during a five-goal run in the third quarter that opened up a 23-point lead, and then coming again in the fourth quarter when the Lions challenged and cut the margin to 11.

The crowd of 47,212 – the third highest non-Derby home crowd in the Fremantle's history – erupted on the siren, sensing the direction their club is now heading in 2022.  

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Midfielder Andrew Brayshaw was outstanding with 39 disposals, winning nine clearances and an equal team-high 16 contested possessions to lead from the front, with sidekick Caleb Serong (31 and six clearances) creative and crucial.

Will Brodie continued a marvellous season with 25 disposals and a game-high 10 clearances, with his centre bounce work influential through the third quarter run.

In attack, Bailey Banfield came from nowhere to boot a career-best four goals, while Rory Lobb and Michael Frederick kicked three apiece. Usual defender Griffin Logue iced the game in the dying minutes.

Zac Bailey threatened to steal the game for the Lions through his brilliance in a rollicking fourth quarter, kicking two of his four goals, while Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale (31 and four clearances) delivered against his former team.

Brisbane controlled the early exchanges and was able to play the game largely in its front half, winning the contested ball (37-28) and clearances (13-7) convincingly to keep the pressure on their opponents and take a 13-point lead at the first change.

Freo lifted in the second quarter and went on a three-goal run, with the lethal hands of Serong, who had 11 possessions for the term, crucial in launching the scoring chains. 

Brayshaw had 14 touches for the term and continually found space at stoppages and worked past opponents to drive Fremantle forward as the home team reversed the clearance trend.

The tension in the contest was evident when a melee broke out after Logue's goal early in the second quarter, with the intensity of both teams then lifting.

When in-form midfielder James Aish converted on the run from 45m Fremantle had all the momentum, but Eric Hipwood converted late in the quarter to give the Lions a one-point lead at the main break.

Fremantle kicked six goals to three in the third quarter to set up the win, and held their ground in the final term under heavy pressure and relentless effort from the visitors, making the win all the more meritorious.

Former housemates collide
More than four years have passed since a teenage draftee Andrew Brayshaw moved in with then-Fremantle teammate Lachie Neale, and plenty has changed since. They are now the best midfielders on their opposing teams, and the pair went head-to-head on Sunday. Brayshaw was outstanding and didn't take a backwards step around his former landlord, laying several hard tackles on Neale and catching him holding the ball on one significant occasion. Neale was also prominent in his first game against his former club since round two, 2020, having missed both clashes last season. Much loved as a Freo Player, the crowd had no interest in wooing him back, booing the Brownlow medallist early before the game settled.

FREMANTLE              1.1       4.3       10.5     15.9  (99)
BRISBANE                 3.2       4.4      7.6       13.7   (85)

GOALS  
Fremantle: Banfield 4, Frederick 3, Lobb 3, Logue 2, Aish, Meek, Serong
Brisbane: Bailey 4, Cameron 3, McStay 2, Coleman, Hipwood, McCarthy, Ah Chee

BEST   
Fremantle: Brayshaw, Serong, Banfield, Brodie, Lobb, Aish, Frederick
Brisbane: Bailey, Neale, Rich, Rayner, Cameron, Lyons

INJURIES  
Fremantle: None
Brisbane: Gardiner (ribs), Zorko (hand)

LATE CHANGES
Fremantle: None
Brisbane: None

SUBSTITUTES  
Fremantle: Mitch Crowden (unused)
Brisbane: Callum Ah chee (replaced Darcy Gardiner)