'Beyond what we did': Three-peat great lauds new Lions Brisbane champion Jonathan Brown believes the Lions' new premiership three-peat winners are better than his early 2000s team and can win a fourth-straight flag. AAP · Sep 26
When it mattered most in the AFL grand final Brisbane were at their imperious best The question of how the Dockers blew their shot at glory will haunt them for years, but the story of this grand final was the magnificence of the Lions The Guardian - AU · Sep 26
'A bit strange': Lions coach mulls huge call on future Chris Fagan is tempted to go out on top after coaching Brisbane to their third-straight AFL premiership, saying it would be a dream way to finish. AAP · Sep 26
How Lions star chimed in to make 'Wharfie Time' his own Brisbane superstar Will Ashcroft lit up the MCG after Fremantle's "Wharfie Time'' in the AFL grand final to deliver the Lions a third straight premiership. AAP · Sep 26
Justin Longmuir's message to 'devastated' Dockers Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir couldn't hide his devastation after an agonising grand final defeat, but urged his players not to be too hard on themselves. AAP · Sep 26
Lions stars reveals staggering injuries after flag Brisbane stars young and old - Logan Morris and Dayne Zorko - have revealed the injuries they were carrying in the Lions' incredible premiership three-peat. AAP · Sep 26
Lions pulled 'reverse card' on Freo's Wharfie Time Fremantle's famed "Wharfie Time'' activation backfired spectacularly as Brisbane stole their energy and the AFL premiership in a dramatic late fightback. AAP · Sep 26
'Best years of my life': Neale's epic Lions farewell Two-time Brownlow Medal winner Lachie Neale has let slip that Brisbane's third straight AFL premiership was his final game with the Lions. AAP · Sep 26
'A stack of heart': how Lions matched the class of 2003 Brisbane's three-peat coronation in front of 100,023 fans proved far more remarkable and dramatic than that produced by their club's all-conquering 2003 side. AAP · Sep 26
Brisbane inspired by Fremantle’s Wharfie Time in AFL grand final, says Josh Dunkley The motivational activation was supposed to help the Dockers towards their first premiership, but it had the opposite effect The Guardian - AU · Sep 26
Docker wins 'deserved' Norm Smith Medal in losing team Fremantle star Shai Bolton won the Norm Smith Medal in a losing team and coach Justin Longmuir says the star Docker deserved it. AAP · Sep 26
Brisbane roar back to seal three-peat and break Fremantle hearts in AFL grand final classic The Brisbane Lions secured a historic third-straight AFL premiership, defeating Fremantle 14.12 (96) to 12.17 (89) at the MCG in a barely believable grand final The Guardian - AU · Sep 26
Footy codes unite on Aussie rules' big day A decades-old club tradition has again hosted a who's who of politics and Aussie Rules ahead of AFL's biggest day, where an unlikely star stole the limelight. AAP · Sep 26
Brisbane claim premiership three-peat with AFL grand final win against Fremantle – as it happened The Lions kick the last four goals of the decider to break the Dockers’ hearts and snatch a third straight flag at the MCG The Guardian - AU · Sep 26
AAP · Sep 25 'Haven't hit ceiling': only way up for beaten Dolphins Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf has no doubt his side can shine even brighter in 2027 after their preliminary final loss to the Sydney Roosters.
AAP · Sep 25 'A freak': Lions ruck hails Dockers superstar Jackson Brisbane ruckman Sam Draper is trying not to worry about the threat Fremantle superstar Luke Jackson poses in the AFL grand final.
AAP · Sep 25 Strong start crucial for Dockers in grand final Isaiah Dudley says Fremantle have learnt lessons that will hold them in good stead against Brisbane as they aim for a fast start in the grand final.
AAP · Sep 25 Lions use Wharfie Time as rallying call for three-peat Brisbane have kicked the last four goals of a chaotic, all-time classic AFL grand final to beat Fremantle and claim their second premiership three-peat.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 25 Brisbane Lions chase historic three-peat having remained AFL’s great constant Excellence has not waned under Chris Fagan and while this is their fourth grand final in a row, it is the first they have gone into as favourites
AAP · Sep 25 Suspended Swans in running for club best-and-fairest The Sydney Swans have opted against ruling the five players the club suspended ineligible for the club champion award - and two are among the frontunners.
AAP · Sep 25 Dockers midfielder's big call paying dividends Neil Erasmus rejected significant interest from rival clubs to sign a new deal with Fremantle and now has an AFL premiership in his sights.
AAP · Sep 25 Wharfie Time as Dockers turn MCG purple Fremantle supporters outnumbered their Brisbane counterparts as fans of both clubs flocked to the MCG to see their teams complete their grand final preparation.
AAP · Sep 25 Shattered ex-AFL player reveals partner's death A former West Coast Eagles premiership player is being supported by the AFL community after his partner died two days after she gave birth to their daughter.
AAP · Sep 25 How chat with ex-AFL star helped shape Draper's career Brisbane ruck Sam Draper has opened up on his friendship with Lions premiership hero Joe Daniher and how much he struggled dealing with persistent injuries.
AAP · Sep 25 Captains lead from the back in AFL grand final Key defenders Alex Pearce and Harris Andrews will lead Fremantle and Brisbane respectively from the back in Saturday's AFL grand final.