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Lions' scars enrich Brisbane's AFL flag fortunes

Spare a thought for Daniel Rich, who retired after 275 AFL games for the Brisbane Lions just as the side hit their premiership-winning straps.

AAP · Sep 23

'Firecrackers' behind Lions' insatiable title hunt

For all the silverware collected by the Brisbane Lions, there remains a handful of luckless players without a flag not forgotten by their premiership teammates.

AAP · Sep 22

Brisbane to appeal Lachie Neale’s ban in desperate bid to play AFL grand final

Brisbane will head to the AFL appeals board in a desperate bid to free suspended star Lachie Neale for the grand final

The Guardian - AU · Sep 22

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Neale or no Neale? Tribunal to rule on grand final ban

Brisbane will challenge Lachie Neale's one-match ban at the AFL tribunal in a bid to free the star midfielder to play in the grand final against Fremantle.

AAP · Sep 20

Fans' chants show faith restored in bulked-up Hipwood

Aware of the criticism the Lions stalwart has copped, Chris Fagan was moved by the crowd chanting Eric Hipwood's name during their finals defeat of Adelaide.

AAP · Sep 17

Triple tall threat pleases Brisbane Lions coach

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan liked what he saw as he got the first chance to play his three tall forwards together in a 67-point AFL win over Hawthorn.

AAP · Aug 7

Josh Fraser morphs from low-key interim coach to best man for top Carlton job

The Blues’ 76-point demolition of the reigning premiers Brisbane indicated just how much the club’s young talent is responding to Fraser

The Guardian - AU · Aug 2

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'Not panicking': Lions optimistic after horror night

The Brisbane Lions will sweat on scans to key players who were injured in a shock 76-point smashing of Carlton just a month out from finals.

AAP · Aug 1

Allen key to roaring Lions' selection debate

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan is tossing up whether to recall experienced forward Oscar Allen from a long-term injury into his winning AFL side.

AAP · Jul 23

Hipwood back as Lions brace for rebuilding Tigers

Brisbane premiership forward Eric Hipwood will reach his 200-game milestone when he makes his return in Sunday's clash with Richmond in Hobart.

AAP · Jun 12

AFL:Lions premiership forward to make long-awaited return

Brisbane forward Eric Hipwood will play his first game in almost a year when the Lions face Richmond in Hobart.

AAP · Jun 11

Lions premiership forward to make long-awaited return

Brisbane forward Eric Hipwood will play his first game in almost a year when the Lions face Richmond in Hobart.

AAP · Jun 11

AFL:Hipwood return looms as Lions regroup for Tigers

Eric Hipwood, fit again after a second round of knee surgery, could make his AFL return for the Brisbane Lions against Richmond.

AAP · Jun 9

Hipwood return looms as Lions regroup for Tigers

Eric Hipwood, fit again after a second round of knee surgery, could make his AFL return for the Brisbane Lions against Richmond.

AAP · Jun 9

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AAP · Mar 13

'Innovative' Lions' desperate measures revealed

Chris Fagan admits injury and suspension have emptied Brisbane's shelves of key-position players ahead of the Lions' trip to Sydney.

AAP · Sep 17, 2025

Aker's Cameron verdict and how Lions purr without Neale

Former Lions champion and Brownlow Medallist Jason Akermanis reckons those critical of Charlie Cameron's barren season in front of goal are missing the point.

AAP · Sep 6, 2025

Lions midfield ready to lift in Neale's absence

Brisbane's premiership defence is hanging by a thread after several crucial injuries, but star midfielder Josh Dunkley is refusing to panic.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 2, 2025

AFL finals: why every finalist can – and can’t – win the 2025 premiership

A weekend off has given the eight remaining teams time to work on their strengths and weaknesses – and us an opportunity to assess their chances

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AAP · Aug 25, 2025

Lions' finals boost as Fagan backs fearless 'goldfish'

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has become enamoured by the way Darcy Wilmot, still just 21, attacks the game.

AAP · Aug 19, 2025

'Fine for us': Lions take injury hits in stride

Veteran Lions defender Ryan Lester reckons the premiers relish the adversity that comes with their mounting injury toll as they hunt back-to-back flags.

AAP · Aug 18, 2025

Lions forward out with dodgy calf, Berry still a chance

Brisbane forward Eric Hipwood might not play again until the preliminary final, but Jarrod Berry is still a chance to feature against Hawthorn on Sunday.

AAP · Jun 17, 2025

Young Aaron Cadman becomes a giant ahead of milestone

Inaugural GWS coach Kevin Sheedy had said an AFL player comes of age when he chalks up the 50-game milestone, and it's ringing true for youngster Aaron Cadman.

AAP · Jun 14, 2025

Injury, inaccuracy a Giant Payne for Lions coach

A likely season-ending injury to Jack Payne and more inaccuracy in front of goal exacerbated the frustrations of Lions coach Chris Fagan in a loss to GWS.

AAP · May 11, 2025

Pluck of the draw as Kangaroos share points with Lions

Second-last North Melbourne have given reigning AFL premiers Brisbane a massive shake, with the two teams playing out a tense draw.

AAP · Apr 26, 2025

Lions coach happy as AFL premiers go on the defensive

Lachie Neale starred in the midfield as reigning AFL premiers Brisbane led from the start to beat St Kilda by 45 points on Saturday at Marvel Stadium.

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