‘They were witches hats’: Lions‘ reality check
Brisbane had the match against Melbourne won and done with 12 minutes remaining when the Gabba was plunged into darkness. And what followed has cost the side 13 percentage points.
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AFL blockbuster suspended in wild scenes
The AFL blockbuster between Melbourne and Brisbane was suspended on Friday night in rare and bizarre scenes at The Gabba.
Image of AFL captain is just ‘awful’
Melbourne captain Max Gawn was ruled out of the Demons’ blockbuster against Brisbane, prompting heartbreaking scenes.
Analysing the early impact of Grundy, Mitchell trades
They were two of the biggest moves during the trade period. What are the early returns on Brodie Grundy and Tom Mitchell at their new clubs? This is what we know.
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Pride restored but finals exit will burn Lions
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Ratings: Stef leads the way in Lions heartbreaker
There wasn’t much wrong with the Lions’ performance, and in the end the ball just fell the right way for the Giants. Read our full player ratings here.
Hodge ‘one of the all-time greats’
A small group of current players will be considered future AFL legends: Gazza, Buddy and Hodgey, the man’s man of football. His final match was typical of a brilliant career, writes Mark Robinson.
Gutsy Lions fall short to Giants in brutal final
After one of the most memorable years in Lions history, the dream of a 2019 flag is over – but the Brisbane boys didn’t let it go without a fight. Read the full details here.
Legend’s sign-off was typical Hodge
He will go down as one of the all-time greats, but Luke Hodge didn’t want to make Saturday night about him. Chris Fagan has revealed the two words from the champ that put a full stop on a great career.
Lions aim for historic grand final victory
The Brisbane Lions look set to do the unlikely and finish the NEAFL season undefeated if they can knock off Southport in Sunday’s grand final.
Lion a handyman on and off field
The Lions can call on Noah to build an ark if their AFL finals campaign hits troubled waters against the GWS Giants tonight. Check out our profile on the young gun here.
Queensland to the fore at Lions
Brisbane’s premiership dynasty contained a strong Queensland flavour and that maroon theme is continuing with these current-day Lions.
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