Small Sided Games

What is SSG?

As a participant, you and your teammates will play a game of 5-a-side football on the pitch during the half time break at a Melbourne Victory home game.

How can I participate?

Opportunities to play SSG at half time are limited to Club Victory affiliated community clubs and junior Melbourne Victory members. Clubs and members will be contacted directly and offered the opportunity to take part.

What happens on Match Day?

Participants will receive a wristband to access the field of play and 2 tickets to the game (1 for them and 1 for their parent/guardian).

What should I wear?

Participants will be provided a Melbourne Victory uniform (shirt) to be worn while they play.

What time does the game start?

Isuzu UTE A-League Men’s: Melbourne Victory v Perth Glory kicks off at 3:00pm on Sunday 31 March at AAMI Park.

Where do I need to check in when I arrive on Match Day?

Registered participants and their parent/guardian will meet Melbourne Victory staff 1 hour before kick-off of your selected match at the base of the Entrance E concourse staircase at AAMI Park.

When will I receive my ticket?

Each participant and their guardian will receive 2 printed tickets (one for the participant, one for their guardian) at check-in.

Your Melbourne Victory membership will also get you entry into the match.

How can I purchase more tickets?

Purchase additional tickets

Purchase membership

Please note: All tickets are now allocated seating, meaning additional ticket purchases will not be next to the 2x complimentary tickets given to participants.

Where will I be sitting?

Participants and parent/guardian will be issued with a designated seat in Section 20. You will need to sit in the seat displayed on your ticket. 

What do I do after I check in?

Parents will not accompany participants onto the field of play. After checking in, participants and their guardian are welcome to sit in their seats until 30 minutes into the first half.

At the 30 minute mark, meet MVFC coaches at Bay 20.

Please note: Arriving late to Bay 20 may mean missing the opportunity to participate in the half time activation.

After the Small Sided Games, where should I go to meet my child?

Meet MVFC coaches at Bay 20. Coaches will sign participants back to parents/guardians.

How can I ensure participants have the best experience?

Aim to arrive early to avoid possible traffic delays. Late arrival may result in your child missing out on taking part.

Please take participants to the toilet prior to meeting the MVFC Coaches at Bay 20.