Brisbane Lions win third straight premiership in epic Grand Final comeback
Brisbane defeated Fremantle 96 to 89 in a stunning comeback, claiming their third consecutive AFL premiership.
Brisbane Lions mounted an extraordinary comeback to win the 2026 AFL Grand Final at the MCG on Saturday, defeating Fremantle 14.12 (96) to 12.17 (89) in a seven-point victory. The Dockers held a 17-point lead with under five minutes to play in the final quarter before Brisbane kicking the last four goals of the game to snatch the flag.
The Lions would not yield, with goals flowing in rapid succession to seal the win. The result caps Brisbane's third consecutive premiership.
Shai Bolton took home the Norm Smith Medal for best player in the final.
- 7 points
- Final margin
- 17 points
- Fremantle's fourth-quarter lead
- 4 goals
- Winning goals in final period
- MCG
- Venue
Why it mattersThe comeback is one of the greatest moments in AFL history, cementing Brisbane among the sport's great dynasties.
AustraliaBrisbane celebrates a historic achievement and strengthens its reputation as one of Australian sport's most dominant teams.
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