Australian Football International (AFI) is pleased to announce that International Rules will return to Melbourne in late 2025.
International Rules is a combination of Australian & Gaelic football, with a round ball being used.
Australia & Ireland will meet in a double-header of International Rules, with both men’s and women’s matches.
Event Format
- International Rules double-header in Melbourne
- 12.00pm – Australia v Ireland (women)
- 2.00pm – Australia v Ireland (men)
- 18-a-side (maximum of 22 players per squad)
- Both matches will consist of 4 x 20 minute quarters
- Trophy & medals for the winning teams
- After party for players, officials & supporters
Sponsorship Opportunities
Associate your brand with one of AFI’s great new tournaments by securing Naming Rights to the International Rules tournament. Gain extensive recognition across all event promotions, digital channels and media coverage.
- Naming Rights to the 2025 International Rules tournament
- Your logo on the Irish Men’s & Women’s playing uniforms
- Your logo on the Australian Men’s & Women’s playing uniforms
- Your logo on all event staff uniforms
- The opportunity to erect banners and signage at the ground
- The opportunity to be involved in the official trophy presentation
- Professional tournament video provided to you, including your logo
- Promotion of your business on the AFI website
- Promotion of your business on AFI social media, including Facebook & Instagram
For more information, please contact Brian Clarke on 0435 092 987 or via email at info@aflinternational.com.
