‘Net negative’: Cats’ take on GF player availability
Finding a way to cover for Tom Stewart shapes as the biggest grand final conundrum for Geelong coach Chris Scott.
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Dangerfield heroics excite reliable Lion for GF clash
Brisbane midfielder Josh Dunkley looms as the man to take on Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield on grand-final day and he relishes the challenge ahead.
Cats’ dynamic duo set to deliver on big stage
Max Holmes will play his first grand final three years after he was Geelong's heartbreak story and he and midfield partner Bailey Smith will be pivotal.
Ablett’s wise words give young Cat confidence
Geelong wingman Ollie Dempsey will lean on mentor Gary Ablett's advice when he lines up on a wing in the grand final against the Brisbane Lions.
Deadly Demons thrash Suns to climb up AFLW ladder
Melbourne, with Tyla Hanks and Kate Hore starring, have trounced Gold Coast by 87 points in their AFLW clash.
‘Nervous’ Neale makes ultimate impact as super sub
From season-over three weeks ago, Brisbane superstar Lachie Neale made the ultimate impact as the Lions' sub in their second straight AFL grand final triumph.
Grand-final stage a happy hunting ground for Lion bros
Will and Levi Ashcroft grew up in the thick of grand-final week and the Brisbane Lions brothers will attack their first shot at shared glory against Geelong.
‘Very lucky’: Super sub’s unlikely road to grand final
Some six weeks ago, one Geelong player gave himself next to no chance of playing at the pointy end of the season. But things have fallen his way spectacularly.
Cats weapon tight-lipped as key grand final call looms
Geelong utility Mark Blicavs could be used in a number of roles in the AFL grand final against the Brisbane Lions, with Harris Andrews one possible opponent.
Stars align as duo bring up maiden centuries in AFLW
Set to become the first AFLW players to play 100 games, Adelaide's Ebony Marinoff says it's fitting to achieve the feat with Brisbane star Ally Anderson.
Matter of pride as Lion kings roar to another AFL flag
Charlie Cameron and Will Ashcroft starred as the Brisbane Lions finished full of running in the grand final against Geelong to claim a second successive flag.
Snoop bops, then on-song Lions dance to their own tune
Snoop Dogg was the official AFL grand final entertainment, but it was the Brisbane Lions, and their catchy goal songs, who owned the day against Geelong.
Where there’s a Will there’s two Norm Smith Medals
Star Brisbane Lions midfielder Will Ashcroft is only the third player to win back-to-back North Smith Medals as best afield in the AFL grand final.
Popular Lions ruckman McInerney gets his premiership
Oscar McInerney missed a premiership after playing in every game of 2024, but the popular Brisbane Lions ruck has been finally rewarded with a flag a year on.
Dangerfield not making excuses for Cats’ GF loss
Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield was blanketed by Brandon Starcevich in the AFL grand final but is adamant his fitness didn't play a role.
Lions’ triumph ‘justified’ gun’s call to miss decider
Jarrod Berry ruled himself out of the AFL grand final because of a shoulder injury, but coach Chris Fagan insists the midfielder was crucial in Brisbane's win.
Lions star took serious ankle injury into grand final
One of the Brisbane Lions' premiership players has revealed he carried a significant ankle injury into the grand final, that will need surgery.
How the Lions beat the Cats for back-to-back flags
A look at the key moments and moves that proved pivotal as Brisbane kicked clear in the second half for a convincing grand final win over Geelong.
‘Forks in the road’: flat Cats keen to reload again
Chris Scott would rather have stayed in bed the morning after their grand final loss, but has praised Cats fans and urged them to stick with the club.
‘Better than last year’: Fagan hails Lions’ premiership
Brisbane's second premiership has topped their 2024 triumph, according to coach Chris Fagan, and there could be more flags to come.
Jeered champion Lion happy to play up to villain tag
Brisbane Lions forward Cam Rayner was jeered relentlessly by Geelong fans in the grand final but enjoyed every moment on his way to a second AFL premiership.
Lion Ah Chee likely bows out as dual flag hero
Ahead of an expected move to Adelaide next year, Callum Ah Chee had a second-straight outstanding performance in a Brisbane Lions grand final win.
Cameron’s flag fire sparked by basketball great
Brisbane goal-sneak Charlie Cameron endured form fluctuations throughout 2025 but saved his best for last in a crucial grand final contribution.
Crows fly past Swans to toast Marinoff’s milestone
Ebony Marinoff has played a starring role in her record 100th AFLW game as Adelaide shook off a plucky Sydney side in the final quarter to claim victory.
Anderson shines as Lions make it a perfect weekend
Brisbane have piled on the final six goals against Richmond to ensure a weekend that started with an AFL premiership ended with an AFLW victory.
Lions’ tougher road to sequel as AFL dynasty beckons
After taking over the Brisbane Lions at rock bottom, Chris Fagan has built a team that now sits on the verge of AFL immortality.
Lions’ Ashcroft named AFL player of the finals
Brisbane Lions midfielder Will Ashcroft has won the Gary Ayres Award as the best player of the AFL finals after starring throughout September for the premiers.
Demons star flies to Adelaide as trade talk ramps up
One of Melbourne's most important players has flown to Adelaide, with the Crows known to be interested in trying to secure a trade.
‘$64 question’: Fagan says Lions’ attitude stays key
As Brisbane continue their premiership celebrations, they are being reminded to stay grounded as they aim next season for a flag three-peat.
‘Homophobic’: star Cat clipped for Mad Monday post
Mitch Brown, the first AFL player to publicly reveal he is bisexual, was unimpressed after a controversial Instagram post out of Geelong's Mad Monday function.
‘Not here to make friends’: Saints president bullish
St Kilda president Andrew Bassat says the Saints are relevant again after several years of drafting and now targeting key recruits from rival clubs.