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'Worse than Meat Loaf': AFLW grand final entertainment slammed

Peking Duk's 17-minute AFLW grand final set drew sharp backlash from fans at Ikon Park in Melbourne.
Fans at the ground and on social media called the act disappointing and even a 'train wreck' in some comments.
The event followed North Melbourne’s win and a push for AFLW's continued growth and prestige.
Media coverage linked the controversy to Meat Loaf’s infamous 2011 AFL Grand Final performance.
Meat Loaf’s 2011 Grand Final performance remains a point of reference in critiques of pre-game acts.
Peking Duk were joined on stage by other artists during the pre-game segment.
The match saw North Melbourne extend their winning run while securing the premiership.
Audience engagement focused on the game itself rather than the entertainment.
The article tracks a broader debate about the quality of live pre-game entertainment.
The report highlights public reaction to the entertainment choice in a major sporting event.
The piece situates entertainment within the context of AFLW’s profile and growth.

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