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Chris Fagan was a proud papa bear. Photo Fox Footy.

Coach’s ‘all class’ act on dais goes viral

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan showed exactly why he was all the talk after the AFL Grand Final with an act of sheer class.

AFL

AFL world loses it over Lions staff member

As the Brisbane Lions’ post-game celebrations kicked off, fans quickly fell in love with one staff member and his grand final heroics.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 28: John Longmire, Senior Coach of the Swans speaks to the media after the AFL Grand Final match between Sydney Swans and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on September 28, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFL

Gutted Swans coach barely keeps his cool

After losing yet another AFL Grand Final, Swans coach John Longmire battled more challenges when speaking to the media.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Chris Fagan, Senior Coach of the Lions, Lachie Neale, Dayne Zorko and Harris Andrews of the Lions celebrate with the 2024 AFL Premiership Cup after winning the AFL Grand Final match between Sydney Swans and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on September 28, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/AFL Photos/Getty Images)

AFL

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.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - AUG 11: Dayne Zorko of the Lions warms up prior to the 2024 AFL Round 22 match between the Brisbane Lions and the GWS GIANTS at The Gabba on August 11, 2024 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Reason Lions veteran will go around again

A Brisbane Lions great refuses to give up on his premiership goal after signing a new deal with the club.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 17: Hugh McCluggage of the Lions looks dejected after a loss during the 2024 AFL Round 23 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Brisbane Lions at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 17, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Area faltering Lions must improve

The sliding Brisbane Lions are seeking to regain their mental edge before it’s too late.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 17: Will Ashcroft of the Lions looks dejected after a loss during the 2024 AFL Round 23 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Brisbane Lions at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 17, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘Strange year’: Why Lions can defy history

Successive losses are likely to mean the Brisbane Lions are going to have to do it the hard way if they are to win the AFL premiership.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 17: Chris Fagan, Senior Coach of the Lions and his team look dejected after during the round 23 AFL match between Collingwood Magpies and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on August 17, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Fatal five? The handful of games Lions could live to regret

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.

AFLW

Brisbane skipper’s unique journey from Magnetic Island Magpies to AFLW champion

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.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 17: (L-R) Jack Crisp, Beau McCreery and Nick Daicos of the Magpies celebrate during the 2024 AFL Round 23 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Brisbane Lions at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 17, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘Lazarus-like’ Daicos keeps Pies’ premiership defence alive

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.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 17: Ned Long (left) and Scott Pendlebury of the Magpies celebrate during the 2024 AFL Round 23 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Brisbane Lions at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 17, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘Miraculous’: Fans erupt over AFL madness

Collingwood’s premiership defence appeared to be dead and buried against the Lions, until the unthinkable breathed life into their season.

AFL

How Daisy got caught at centre of Swann-McGuire stoush

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.

AFL

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 21: Eric Hipwood of the Lions competes for the ball during the round 19 AFL match between Brisbane Lions and Sydney Swans at The Gabba, on July 21, 2024, in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Matt Roberts/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Star’s return a boost for Lions

Brisbane’s hopes of beating Collingwood on Saturday have been aided by the return of a key forward.

AFL

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 22: Chris Fagan, Senior Coach of the Lions after the round 15 AFL match between Port Adelaide Power and Brisbane Lions at Adelaide Oval, on June 22, 2024, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Lions coach avoids firing up Magpies

“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.

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