A sell-out crowd at AAMI Park for the first ever local derby Grand Final at 7.40pm this Saturday will see an influx of Melbourne Victory and Melbourne City supporters in Richmond before and after the game.

Richmond traders and residents will also notice an increased police presence in the area – notably around licensed venues and public transport hubs – to ensure fans enjoy the game and get home safely. Transit police and PSOs will also be at public transport hubs to ensure fans get to and from the event safely.

While the focus this weekend will be on preventing any incidents, police will have zero tolerance for anyone engaging in reckless or anti-social behaviour, whether it is before or after the match.

Victoria Police has undertaken significant planning and worked closely with the A-League, clubs, stadium management, security providers and licensees to ensure the event is safe for those attending and the entire community.