Friday night’s preliminary final was the first time since 2007, that the MCC had to lock their doors and turn away members who didn’t have a reserved ticket. 

Many members were left angry after being locked out, with many guest passes being sold for the match at high prices.

“For those who walk up late to such a big game, you risk not getting in,”  MCC CEO Stuart Fox said on 3AW Football. 

Press PLAY to listen to the FULL chat with Stuart Fox on 3AW 

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