Melbourne duo Charlie Spargo and Kysaiah Pickett have been suspended for breaching COVID-19 protocols, as first reported by The Age's Sam McClure.
The pair travelled in an Uber to see a friend in an "unauthorised house for a non-essential gathering."
Spargo has been handed a two-match ban, while Pickett has been given a one-match ban. Pickett was named for tomorrow's clash against Carlton, while Spargo was listed as an emergency.
The Demons and Blues lock horns at 4.45pm at Marvel Stadium (AEST).
Port Adelaide's Ollie Wines and Essendon's Brandon Zerk-Thatcher have already been suspended for this weekend for breaching COVID regulations.
Demons General Manager of Football Operations Josh Mahoney told melbournefc.com.au: “We know how important these protocols are and the social licence that we have been granted to be able to train and play AFL.
“As a club, we reported the breach to the AFL integrity department, who then completed their investigation, resulting in their suspensions.
“The two players attended a non-essential gathering and travelled via Uber, which is a clear breach. Both Charlie and Kozzy acknowledged that they knew the rules, admitted their mistake and openly participated with the AFL investigation.
“On the whole, our players and staff have been compliant to the strict measures. However, on this occasion, there has been a clear breach against the AFL protocols, and we accept the sanctions.”
