The West Coast Eagles can confirm their clash with Richmond scheduled for round 14 has been brought forward to next Sunday, June 13.

Both clubs were scheduled to have the bye next round, but the Eagles' match-up with the reigning premiers will now be staged earlier than the original Thursday night blockbuster on June 17.

Bouncedown at Optus Stadium will be at 5.20pm AWST (7.20pm AEST).

Richmond will travel to Sydney after Saturday night’s ‘Dreamtime in Perth’ meeting against Essendon before returning to Perth to take on the Eagles.

AFL Executive General Manager Clubs and Broadcasting Travis Auld said the AFL made the decision to bring forward the match after close consultation with those involved in the game.

“The decision to bring forward the West Coast Eagles vs. Richmond game was made following close consultation with both clubs, the AFLPA and the Western Australian State Government and is considered the best approach having regard to various border restrictions and associated travel requirements,” Mr Auld said.

“Richmond will return to Sydney after their Dreamtime match before travelling to Perth ahead of their match against the Eagles next Sunday and both teams will now serve their bye in Round 14.

“The priority of the AFL continues to be the safety and wellbeing of the community and we will continue to make the relevant changes to ensure that remains the priority.”

The West Coast Eagles vs. Richmond match will be broadcast live nationally on the Seven Network and FOX FOOTY and streamed live via Kayo.

Tickets for this game will go on sale to the General Public at 3:00pm AWST on Wednesday, June 9 via Ticketmaster.

West Coast will contact their members directly regarding ticketing arrangements for members.