The stroll across the footbridge leading to Adelaide Oval at dusk serves as a perfect introduction to the Gather Round festivities.

As the day progresses, the crowd is steadily increasing, with fans flocking to Adelaide Oval.

We are now entering the fourth installment of Gather Round in Adelaide.

Good evening and welcome to ABC’s live online coverage of the AFL’s Gather Round.

This four-day celebration of Australian rules football continues to expand in popularity, with Adelaide once again becoming the focal point for fans and players alike.

Participants, including players, coaches, and supporters, are arriving in the City of Churches for a total of nine matches spread across the downtown area, neighboring suburbs, and the Barossa region.

The event kicks off tonight with an intriguing match between two teams, Adelaide and Carlton, both eager to improve their records after starting the season with a 1-3 scoreline.

I’m Andrew McGarry, and I’ll be your guide for all the action this evening.

It promises to be an exciting beginning to the round, so let’s dive right in!

The fourth edition of the AFL’s Gather Round is set to commence, featuring the Adelaide Crows facing off against Carlton at a bustling Adelaide Oval.

Football enthusiasts from across Australia are converging on the City of Churches to cheer for their teams, with both the Crows and Blues eagerly seeking a victory after a challenging start to the season.

Stay updated with all the live action through our blog below.