AFL grand final 2024 player ratings: How every player performed in the decider
The Swans had one of the best midfields in the game, and on the game’s biggest stage it was taken to the cleaners by Will Ashcroft, Lachie Neale and co. See how every player on the ground performed and have your say.
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Brisbane has stormed to victory in the 2024 grand final, let from a blistering opening half from Kai Lohmann, Hugh McCluggage and Lachie Neale.
Brodie Grundy fought admirably for the Swans, but in the end there were too many passengers as the Lions ran away to a 18.12. (120) to 9.6. (60) win, consigning the Swans to a second loss in three seasons on the game’s biggest stage.
See Scott Gullan and Chris Cavanagh’s rating of every player on the ground.
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