Revealed: Why Zorko helped lift premiership cup
It was an emotional twist to the usual cup lift when Dayne Zorko joined Brisbane’s co-captains and Chris Fagan on stage. The veteran lifts the lid on the memorable moment.
It was an emotional twist to the usual cup lift when Dayne Zorko joined Brisbane’s co-captains and Chris Fagan on stage. The veteran lifts the lid on the memorable moment.
The masterful performance from Chris Fagan’s Lions was forged over several long winters, writes MARK ROBINSON. And its effect on the Swans might last much longer than that.
The Brisbane Lions rained down 18 goals on the hapless Sydney Swans defence, with four apiece to Kai Lohmann and Cal Ah Chee. Watch every single one and relive the Lions’ glory here.
Brisbane has surged to its first AFL premiership in 21 years, shattering records on the way to a 60-point triumph over a Sydney side which was left to lament another Grand Final flop.
After appearing almost bulletproof during their nine-game winstreak, some familiar failings from earlier this season have reared their head at the wrong time for Brisbane.
Brisbane Lions captain Breanna Koenen’s journey from the Magnetic Island Magpies to best on ground in the AFLW grand final is a quintessential example of North Queenslanders’ resilience and dedication. Read about her unique journey.
Nick Daicos has inspired Collingwood to a win for the ages over Brisbane Lions, keeping the club’s ailing premiership defence alive and leaving Magpies fans daring to dream.
Collingwood’s premiership defence appeared to be dead and buried against the Lions, until the unthinkable breathed life into their season.
Brisbane CEO Greg Swann has seen a lot in his 25 years in the industry. He opens up about telling Eddie McGuire he was leaving the Pies for the Blues, living with two Magpies stars and more.
Brisbane’s hopes of beating Collingwood on Saturday have been aided by the return of a key forward.
“A lot of water has passed under the bridge” since last year’s AFL grand final, and Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has been careful not to dig up old wounds.
Two-time Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale “loves big games”, so he’s determined to produce a matchwinning performance against Collingwood.
Playing on its hallowed turf throughout a storied career hasn’t affected Allan Border’s opinion of what needs doing with the Gabba.
Having been given a “reality check” in their loss to the Giants, the Lions are intent on bouncing back against Collingwood.
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