Sydney Swans and Brisbane Lions to meet in AFL qualifying final

The Brisbane Lions are preparing for an AFL qualifying final against the Sydney Swans at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Despite the Swans being without five key players—Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner, Nick Blakey, James Jordon, and Riley Bice—following a recent club scandal, Brisbane veteran Dayne Zorko has warned that the team remains a dangerous opponent.

Zorko described the Swans as a ‘wounded giant,’ noting that their recent 53-point victory over North Melbourne demonstrated the strength of their system and the energy of their replacement players. The upcoming match, scheduled for Saturday, will determine which team secures a home preliminary final.

With up to 40,000 fans expected at the SCG, authorities are urging spectators to use public transport to avoid significant traffic delays and parking shortages.