Brisbane Lions
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Match Complete
Gold Coast Suns
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| Fourth Quarter | ||||
| 23:33 |  | J. Corbett | ||
| H. McCluggage |  | 18:25 | ||
| 17:33 | | Rushed | ||
| 4:44 | | B. King | ||
| L. McCarthy | | 0:52 | ||
| 11.10 (76) | Third Quarter [+] | 5.5 (35) | ||
| 23:29 | | B. Ainsworth | ||
| C. Cameron | | 20:58 | ||
| 18:30 | | D. Swallow | ||
| 14:59 | | Rushed | ||
| M. Robinson | | 12:46 | ||
| C. Rayner | | 11:42 | ||
| C. Rayner | | 7:46 | ||
| J. Lyons | | 7:04 | ||
| E. Hipwood | | 6:21 | ||
| C. Cameron | | 2:53 | ||
| 8.6 (54) | Second Quarter [+] | 4.3 (27) | ||
| 29:44 | | I. Rankine | ||
| 25:04 | | L. Weller | ||
| 21:42 | | Rushed | ||
| Rushed | | 20:38 | ||
| C. Rayner | | 17:09 | ||
| 14:56 | | J. Corbett | ||
| Rushed | | 12:41 | ||
| E. Hipwood | | 9:47 | ||
| 7:45 | | B. King | ||
| D. Zorko | | 5:31 | ||
| 2:04 | | Rushed | ||
| 5.4 (34) | First Quarter [+] | 1.0 (6) | ||
| C. Cameron | | 26:58 | ||
| C. Rayner | | 25:16 | ||
| L. McCarthy | | 21:15 | ||
| J. Berry | | 19:37 | ||
| D. McStay | | 17:27 | ||
| D. Zorko | | 13:48 | ||
| 10:53 | | J. Corbett | ||
| C. Cameron | | 8:06 | ||
| C. Cameron | | 5:30 | ||
| D. Zorko | | 0:34 | ||
One of the more anticipated QClashes in years gets underway as the Brisbane Lions tackle the Gold Coast Suns at The Gabba. Join The Roar for live scores from 7:10pm (AEST).
They’ve been skating on thin ice for three weeks now, but at least they’re still skating. The Lions won their third single-digit margin match in a row last week with a hard-fought eight-point win over Collingwood, following a two-point win over St Kilda and a one-point win over North Melbourne. A win tonight will move them back into second place.
Gold Coast’s finals hunt may be over, but they broke a six-match winless run with a 63-point demolition of the Kangaroos last week. They kept North goalless for the entire second half and could have won by even more if not for inaccuracy in front of goal in what was one of their best performances of the season.
Brisbane took care of business against their arch-rivals in both meetings last season, winning by 49 points on the Gold Coast and 91 points at home. The Suns have a poor record at The Gabba, winning just three times in 14 matches.
Game information
Opening bounce: 7:10pm (AEST)
Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane
TV: Fox Sports, Seven (QLD only)
Live stream: Kayo Sports, Foxtel, AFL Live Pass
Teams
Brisbane Lions
B: Daniel Rich, Darcy Gardiner, Jack Payne
HB: Zac Bailey, Brandon Starcevich, Noah Answerth
C: Mitch Robinson, Jarrod Berry, Lincoln McCarthy
HF: Dayne Zorko, Daniel McStay, Cam Rayner
F: Hugh McCluggage, Eric Hipwood, Charlie Cameron
FOL: Oscar McInerney, Jarryd Lyons, Lachie Neale
I/C: Callum Ah Chee, Keidean Coleman, Ryan Lester, Archie Smith
Gold Coast Suns
B: Connor Budarick, Sam Collins, Jack Lukosius
HB: Wil Powell, Caleb Graham, Charlie Ballard
C: Lachie Weller, Hugh Greenwood, Brandon Ellis
HF: Noah Anderson, Sam Day, Ben Ainsworth
F: Izak Rankine, Ben King, Josh Corbett
FOL: Jarrod Witts, David Swallow, Touk Miller
I/C: Jack Bowes, Alex Sexton, Sam Flanders, Darcy MacPherson
Charlie Keegan
Roar Guru
I don’t mind eagles he’s done better than I thought possible as the eponymous recruit haha
DingoGray
Roar Guru
Much better performance tonight and considering out injury issues on the night probably makes it even more impressive. Really had that feel that the Suns would come just because of the reduced rotations. Massive hats off to Lincoln McCarthy. Clearly a resilient fella. Clearly will probably need a rest this week. Hopefully Berry can get back on the park for finals. Some more opportunities for our depth players. Expect Witherden, Ellis-Yolman and young Berry to come in for the three boys injured. I'd also get rid of Archie Smith (he's absolute rubbish) and bring in Skinner, Ballanden or Eagles as back up Ruckmen.
Nico
Roar Rookie
Hope Berry’s injury isn’t significant. Plays so well and gives 100% each game. Would be a shame for him to miss out. Silver lining is his brother Tom can come in for him, albeit inexperienced.
Cat
Roar Guru
So same as any other year?
Rowdy
Roar Rookie
Reminds of the old Polish proverb: "Never overtalk a good film"
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Empole
Roar Rookie
I see no reason why they couldn't follow their big brother and have real crack at a finals berth next year, even if it's competing for 7th-8th.
2dogs
Roar Rookie
Gc a chance At finals next year?
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2dogs
Roar Rookie
He didn’t say he was going to bed to sleep. Probably baby making practice. ( possibly solo)
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Hawk12
Guest
More major injuries to a contending team. Who ever keeps cleanest bill of health during the finals to key players wins the flag.
Empole
Roar Rookie
The hope was real nice while it lasted. Credit to the Lions though, they’re playing really good footy and they’ve kicked more goals than behinds (so far)
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2dogs
Roar Rookie
Anyone tip the Suns?
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Nico
Roar Rookie
Nice goal Cameron!
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