MCG transformation begins as Super Bowl moment arrives
The latest chapter in the storied history of the MCG is about to unfold as the venue is transformed for Friday’s NFL match then changed back to AFL finals mode.
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The MCG is undergoing a transformation to host a historic maiden NFL match between the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers on Friday morning.
- MCG is hosting its first NFL match.
- The MCG will be refitted for the AFL final series after the NFL match.
- The transformation is unprecedented for the venue.
- MCG is preparing for its own version of the Super Bowl.
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The event marks a significant milestone for the MCG and Australian sports
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