No issue with crowd at the Grand Prix.
Don't hear the NRL whinging about crowd numbers.
Most people are trying to get back to normal life.
The AFL need to explain why the crowds at the footy haven't recovered sufficiently.
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Even if the AFL knew the real reason(s) for low attendance, they would spin it differently. Couldn't admit they've stuffed things up.
My view is that it's a variety of reasons. In no particular order -
Constant rule changes (that most people hate)
Shocking umpiring standards (compounded by additional stupid rules, and some umpires wanting to be the star of the show)
Covid hangover (not really but the AFL would like to believe this)
Ticketing shambles
Floating fixture (Interstate and country people need some decent advance notice of dates/times of games. I'm sure this is hurting attendance)
Prices
Media (I find the media such a turn off - moron commentators all drinking the AFL CoolAid, or looking for the next beat up story. Shouldn't affect attendance but it's an overall turn off for some)
MRP (no consistency)
That'll do for now. I'm finding the game near unwatchable.