Robbo: The 20 minutes of mayhem that will scar Swans
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.
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Fagan’s tears as ruthless Lions romp to premiership
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.
How ‘uninspired’ Swans rounded off decade of disappointment
This year, the Swans were supposed to put three painful grand finals behind them. And yet, after a near-perfect season, they’ve once again failed on the biggest stage.
Inside Brisbane’s 204-day ‘dance’ to premiership glory
Chris Fagan called it dancing on thin ice— and boy, did the Lions dance. GLENN MCFARLANE examines the key moments from a season like no other, which led to Brisbane’s first premiership in 21 years.
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Swans leave Crows asking — is Rachele really the problem?
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Why McKay snub was a blessing in disguise for Swans
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Dons stars headed to US again in bid to snap finals drought
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