The Melbourne Football Club is a professional Australian rules football team based in Melbourne, Victoria. Founded in 1858, it is one of the oldest football clubs in the world and a founding member of the Victorian Football League (VFL), now known as the Australian Football League (AFL). The team's colors are red and blue, and they play their home games at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). The club has a rich history, having won multiple premierships, with their most recent championship in 2021. The Melbourne Football Club is known for its passionate fan base and commitment to developing young talent through its academy programs.