
Hayden Meyer
Hayden Meyer is an Australian rules football umpire known for officiating matches in the Australian Football League (AFL). He gained attention for his decisive officiating during the highly competitive 2023 AFL preliminary final, where his decisions played a critical role in the game's outcome. Meyer's selection as one of the umpires for the AFL grand final reflects his growing reputation in the sport, as he is recognized for his ability to make tough calls under pressure.
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Hayden Meyer discusses his contentious decision during a match against Hawthorn.
Congratulations on the new gig, Peter V’landys. But you’ve dropped the ball with grand final entertainmentThe Sydney Morning Herald·
Australia· 2026-09-25
The AFL had selected umpire Hayden Meyer as one of four grand final umpires.
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Australia· 2026-09-23





















