MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Eric Hipwood of the Lions and Josh Dunkley of the Lions celebrate with the Premiership Cup and fans after winning the AFL Grand Final match between Sydney Swans and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on September 28, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images via AFL Photos)
The Brisbane Lions have claimed the 2024 AFL Premiership, emerging as champions in a commanding performance over the Sydney Swans.
In a thrilling Grand Final, the Lions triumphed with a final score of 120 to 60, showcasing their dominance throughout the series and cementing their place at the pinnacle of Australian football.
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – SEPTEMBER 28: Kai Lohmann of the Lions and Cam Rayner of the Lions pose with fans after winning the AFL Grand Final match between Sydney Swans and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on September 28, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/AFL Photos)
The Lions’ journey to glory was marked by stellar performances across the finals series. They powered past Port Adelaide in the qualifying final with a 90-60 win, then secured their spot in the Grand Final with a hard-fought 95-85 victory over Collingwood in the preliminary final. Brisbane’s strength, cohesion, and relentless drive were evident in every game, leading them to their first premiership since 2003.
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – SEPTEMBER 28: Oliver Florent of the Swans is tackled by Lachie Neale of the Lions and Hugh McCluggage of the Lions during the AFL Grand Final match between Sydney Swans and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on September 28, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images via AFL Photos)
In the Grand Final, the Lions took control early and never looked back. Key players like Lachie Neale, Joe Daniher, and Charlie Cameron stepped up when it mattered most, with Neale’s midfield dominance and Daniher’s crucial goals keeping Brisbane ahead. The Lions’ defensive unit also shone, shutting down the Swans’ attempts to claw back into the game.
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – SEPTEMBER 28: James Rowbottom of the Swans celebrates a goal during the 2024 AFL Grand Final match between the Sydney Swans and the Brisbane Lions at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 28, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos)
Congratulations to the Brisbane Lions on an unforgettable season and an outstanding Grand Final performance.
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – SEPTEMBER 28: Cam Rayner of the Lions tackles Chad Warner of the Swans during the 2024 AFL Grand Final match between the Sydney Swans and the Brisbane Lions at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 28, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos)MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – SEPTEMBER 28: Lachie Neale of the Lions and Dayne Zorko of the Lions celebrate with fans and the AFL Premiership Cup after winning the AFL Grand Final match between Sydney Swans and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on September 28, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/AFL Photos)MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – SEPTEMBER 28: Brisbane Lions players sing the song and celebrate winning the Premiership following the AFL Grand Final match between Sydney Swans and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on September 28, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images via AFL Photos)
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