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'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

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

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Captain's horror injury to pile more pain on Dockers

Fremantle captain Alex Pearce's AFL grand final was prematurely ended by a dreaded Achilles injury before the Dockers suffered heartbreak.

AAP · 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

'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

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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.

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

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

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.

AAP · Sep 25

Dockers spearhead backs forwards to stand up in decider

Fremantle's key forwards delivered during the home-and-away season but have not been at their best in the lead-up to the AFL grand final.

AAP · Sep 25

Freo coach wants to emulate Lions' sustained success

Whether Fremantle win or lose the AFL grand final, coach and former Dockers player Justin Longmuir wants the game to be the start of an era of success.

AAP · Sep 25

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AAP · Sep 25

'Honestly don't know': Fagan unclear on his AFL future

Chris Fagan, who is unsure on his future, will become the seventh VFL/AFL "three-peat" premiership coach if Brisbane beat Fremantle in Saturday's grand final.

AAP · Sep 24

Diamonds in the rough: how Freo built grand final list

Fremantle plucked plenty of diamonds in the rough to build their AFL list and will take on a Brisbane team headlined by father-son stars in the grand final.

AAP · Sep 24

AFL star Neale's headline-making final year with Lions

After a famous cameo in the 2025 AFL grand final, Lachie Neale's subsequent 12 months with the Brisbane Lions have been nothing short of a soap opera.

AAP · Sep 24

How Freo's Friday night flop inspired premiership push

Fremantle's path to premiership glory hasn't been a straightforward one, with last year's loss to their former coach Ross Lyon proving to be a turning point.

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AAP · Sep 24

Fagan rejoices, Longmuir 'cynical' as Neale beats ban

Dual premiership coach Chris Fagan concedes Brisbane were preparing for Lachie Neale's one-game ban to stand as his Fremantle counterpart expressed cynicism.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 24

AFL 2026 grand final: where the Fremantle v Brisbane decider will be won and lost

The Dockers can underline that defence wins premierships as they hunt a first flag while the Lions have the firepower to claim a slice of history

AAP · Sep 24

The unsung hero who kept Freo fit and firing this year

The Dockers have broken all sorts of club records this year, but one of the most remarkable aspects of their season has been the squad's durability and fitness.

AAP · Sep 24

How heartfelt words and some metal ignited Freo's rise

Wharfie Time has sent fans into a spin, but it is a concept introduced by Justin Longmuir at 2025 exit interviews that has lifted Fremantle deep into September.

AAP · Sep 24

Fremantle Dockers fans dream of Wharfie-time AFL glory

After decades of being starved of AFL premiership success, Fremantle fans are praying the tide finally turns as they prepare to make the pilgrimage to the MCG.

AAP · Sep 24

Brownlow winner Lions' pick to present premiership cup

The Brisbane Lions have called on the Norm Smith medallist from the third of their three successive grand final wins to present the AFL premiership cup.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 24

Why is Woodside sponsoring Fremantle’s AFL team – and will the climate crisis shift the relationship?

Dockers supporters cannot buy a barrel of Woodside oil – but the fossil fuel company hopes to buy into fans’ loyalty

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