1940 VFL Grand Final — Demons Beat Richmond

The 1940 VFL Grand Final saw Melbourne defeat Richmond 15.17 (107) to 10.8 (68) at the MCG — a 39-point margin that delivered the Demons their 4th flag. Played on 28 September 1940 in front of 73,894 fans, Melbourne’s premiership confirmed their pre-war contention.

The Build-Up: Demons vs Tigers

Melbourne and Richmond had reached the Grand Final after strong seasons. The pre-war era was nearing its end.

The Match: Demons’ Coronation

Melbourne led from first bounce. Multiple Demons contributed.

Final score: Melbourne 15.17 (107) defeated Richmond 10.8 (68) — a 39-point margin.

Famous Moments

• Multiple Demons’ contributions.
• The 39-point Demons margin.
• The crowd of 73,894.
• The pre-war era ending.
• Norm Smith Medal not yet instituted.
• Richmond’s resistance.
• The 1941 Demons follow-up awaiting.
• Standard MCG atmosphere.
• Demons’ supporter celebrations.
• Melbourne’s continuing pre-war era.

Trivia for the Pub

• Date: 28 September 1940, MCG.
• Final: Melbourne 15.17 (107) defeated Richmond 10.8 (68).
• Margin: 39 points.
• Crowd: 73,894.
• Melbourne’s 4th VFL premiership.
• The 1940 result extended Melbourne’s pre-war contention.
• Norm Smith Medal not yet instituted.
• Richmond’s continuing 1930s strength.
• Multiple Demons’ stars laid groundwork.
• The 1941 follow-up confirmed the era.

The Verdict

The 1940 VFL Grand Final delivered Melbourne another flag. Long live the 1940 Demons.