The ANZAC Day AFL showdown between Essendon and Collingwood reached 2.19 million viewers nationally across the screens of the Seven Network.
Broadcast live and free on Channel 7 and 7mate, Collingwood’s 13-point victory over Essendon peaked at 1.26 million viewers nationally and averaged 949,000 viewers, up 18% on the 2022 ANZAC Day clash and up 49% on the 2022 AFL Regular season average.
Played in front of a 95,000-strong crowd at the MCG, the game ranked as the #1 program in Melbourne in people 25 to 54 and 16 to 39. The contest helped Seven secure a daytime network share of 50.2%.
Lewis Martin, MD of Seven Melbourne and head of network sport, said that the ANZAC Day showdown is not just a thrilling sporting event, but it’s also a powerful tribute to the courage and sacrifice shown by the servicemen and women who have fought for our country and pays respect to the ANZAC spirit that defines our nation.
“Once again, the ANZAC Day game delivered extraordinary audiences on Seven. The AFL is a vital part of Seven’s unrivalled sporting content and has a unique ability to unite Australians more than any other sport on our screens," said Martin.
“We’re proud to connect Australians with their favourite sport, live and free on Seven. Our outstanding team of expert commentators and unparalleled coverage captures the passion and energy that only the AFL can deliver."
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