Kylie Minogue to headline AFL grand final pre-game show at MCG

Kylie Minogue will headline the AFL grand final pre-game entertainment for the first time on Saturday, performing before a 100,000-person crowd at the MCG. The global pop icon said the moment "just felt right" after years of declining the offer. Minogue will be joined by Australian acts G-Flip, Michael Paynter, and Mike Brady, who marks his 48th grand final performance. She dedicated the show to late mentor Michael Gudinski, whose company organises the event's musical talent, saying he is "here in spirit." The setlist, personally chosen by Minogue, will feature nostalgic hits from her Melbourne upbringing. She remains undecided on tipping either the Brisbane Lions or Fremantle Dockers for the premiership clash.