Joe Daniher has retired, walking away from a $1m contract at the peak of his powers. JON RALPH unpacks what it means for Brisbane’s premiership defence and how the Lions can replace their spearhead.
In Grand Final week, Joe Daniher didn’t let anything slip that it would be his last game. Instead, he spoke to CALLUM DICK about not owning a TV, loving coffee, and what makes him tick.
Brisbane’s road to the 2024 premiership was the result of a decade’s worth of work, combining strategy and meticulous planning. Callum Dick lifts the lid on the Lions’ unsung heroes.
Joe Daniher’s player agent says if the Brisbane Lions star does retire, it will be at the “peak of his powers”.
Brisbane Lions players could have given up after losing five of their first seven games in 2024 but something special has them a win away from another AFL grand final
Geelong has made a call on Sam De Koning ahead of its clash with the Brisbane Lions, while a veteran has been dropped for Tom Stewart and Sydney has named its replacement for Callum Mills. FULL TEAMS.
The Lions have been quick to switch their focus rather than enjoy last weekend’s thrilling win over the GWS Giants for longer than needed.
Positive news on the eve of a preliminary final can boost spirits significantly, and when it involves the captain, the Brisbane Lions are buzzing.
Geelong has made an early selection call on Tom Hawkins and Cam Guthrie ahead of Saturday’s preliminary final clash with Brisbane, but one more big decision remains up in the air.
Too old. Not tactically aware. The critics have come for Brisbane coach Chris Fagan this year. CALLUM DICK explains why the Lions coach deserves credit for the club’s recovery from mid-season malaise to a preliminary final.
Lions star Lachie Neale will get through the pain of a heel problem the “best” he can in Brisbane’s AFL finals journey.
Lions fans stood six-deep in a ring around the boundary to catch a glimpse of their heroes in action, but all eyes were on superstar Lachie Neale as he battles a “fairly significant” heel issue.
At just 20 years of age and coming back from an ACL injury, the Brisbane Lions young star set the finals alight last week and earnt high praise from his teammates.
The Lions are adamant they still have plenty left in them after their emotional weekend win over the GWS Giants.
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