Round 2, 1898
Melbourne vs Carlton
Saturday 21 May
Venue: MCG
Attendance: Unknown
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | Final | |
| Melbourne | 2.3 | 6.4 | 10.9 | 12.11.83 |
| Carlton | 1.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 4.2.26 |
Melbourne win by 57 points
Goalkickers: Charlie Young 6, George Moysey 2, Percy Howard 1, Jack Leith 1, Fred McGinis 1, Wally Steele 1
Milestones:
First game
Percy Howard (also first goal)
Frank Staines
Despite playing in opposition territory, Carlton had the vast majority of fan support. Their fans saw a one-sided result. Melbourne's ruck dominated, and their players had a crucial pace advantage. The scores were not a fair reflection of Carlton's efforts as they played hard throughout the day and were unlucky to lose by nearly 10 goals.
After the game, Carlton captain Jimmy Aitken left the club, later joining Melbourne.
Best were McGinis, Byers and Herring.
Media
Argus - 23/05/1898
Sportsman - 24/05/1898
Links
Blueseum match report