Sydney stuns Brisbane with 53-point upset in AFL qualifying final

Brisbane lost to Sydney by 53 points despite the Swans missing five suspended players. Coach Fagan believes his team may have underestimated the hosts.

Why it mattersSydney advances to the preliminary final. Brisbane must win next week to continue their season.

AustraliaBrisbane's shock loss reshapes the 2026 AFL finals, sending the Lions to a sudden-death elimination final and lifting Sydney into the preliminary round.

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Dayne Zorko signs for 2027, eyes games record at 38

Zorko re-signed for one year and can break Brisbane's all-time games record next season, when he turns 38.

Why it mattersZorko's extension lets a veteran chase an all-time club record, a rare milestone in AFL football.

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Zac Bailey signs eight-year deal to stay at Brisbane Lions

All-Australian midfield-forward Zac Bailey has signed an eight-year extension with Brisbane Lions.

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Sydney stuns Brisbane with 53-point upset in AFL qualifying final

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Dayne Zorko signs for 2027, eyes games record at 38

Zac Bailey signs eight-year deal to stay at Brisbane Lions

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