Brisbane Lions Capture 2024 AFL Premiership

The Brisbane Lions secured the 2024 AFL premiership with a commanding 60-point victory over the Sydney Swans, winning 18.12 (120) to 9.6 (60) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in front of 100,013 fans. This win marked Brisbane's first title since 2003 and avenged their narrow loss to Collingwood in last year's final. Key players included Kai Lohmann and Callum Ah Chee, who each scored four goals, while Lachie Neale dominated with 34 disposals. The Lions showcased their strength with a dominant second quarter, scoring seven goals to one and leading by 46 points at halftime. Sydney, entering as minor premiers, faced disappointment, marking their fourth grand final loss in recent years. Brisbane’s coach, Chris Fagan, made history as the oldest coach to win an AFL grand final at 63 years old, highlighting a remarkable turnaround from the team's struggles earlier in the season.