1932 VFL Grand Final — Tigers Beat Carlton

The 1932 VFL Grand Final saw Richmond defeat Carlton 13.14 (92) to 12.11 (83) at the MCG — a 9-point margin that delivered the Tigers their 3rd flag. Played on 8 October 1932 in front of 69,724 fans, Richmond’s premiership confirmed their early-1930s era.

The Build-Up: Tigers vs Blues

Richmond had reached the Grand Final after a strong season. Carlton had also been competitive.

The Match: Tigers’ Coronation

Both teams attacked. The lead changed multiple times. Richmond’s depth held in the closing minutes.

Final score: Richmond 13.14 (92) defeated Carlton 12.11 (83) — a 9-point margin.

Famous Moments

• Multiple Tigers’ contributions.
• The 9-point Tigers margin.
• The crowd of 69,724.
• Norm Smith Medal not yet instituted.
• Multiple senior Tigers.
• Carlton’s resistance.
• Tigers’ supporter celebrations.
• Standard MCG atmosphere.
• 1930s Tigers continuing.
• The 1934 follow-up awaiting.

Trivia for the Pub

• Date: 8 October 1932, MCG.
• Final: Richmond 13.14 (92) defeated Carlton 12.11 (83).
• Margin: 9 points.
• Crowd: 69,724.
• Richmond’s 3rd VFL premiership.
• Norm Smith Medal not yet instituted.
• The 1932 win extended Tigers’ early-1930s era.
• Multiple Tigers’ stars maintained form into the 1934 flag.
• Carlton’s resistance was admirable.
• Standard MCG Grand Final atmosphere.

The Verdict

The 1932 VFL Grand Final extended Richmond’s early-1930s era. Long live the 1932 Tigers.