Footy fans are flying into Melbourne from interstate and beyond ahead of Saturday’s AFL grand final, with some travelling from as far away as Europe. Geelong play the Brisbane Lions in Saturday’s decider, when the Lions make their third successive grand final appearance. Some supporters have benefited by booking well before knowing for certain who would play at the MCG. Brisbane-based Nathan Christensen, wife Jessica and their daughter will be in Melbourne for the grand final. Brisbane-based Nathan Christensen, wife Jessica and their two-year-old daughter will fly to Melbourne with Virgin on Friday night.