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Brisbane Lions secure AFL premiership three-peat

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The Brisbane Lions have secured their third consecutive AFL premiership, completing a three-peat with a dramatic seven-point comeback victory over the Fremantle Dockers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. In front of a crowd of 100,023, Brisbane overcame a 17-point deficit late in the match, scoring four goals in the final four minutes to win 96-89. This victory marks the Lions’ first ‘three-peat’ since their 2001-2003 dynasty. Will Ashcroft recorded 31 disposals during the comeback, while forwards Logan Morris and Charlie Cameron provided essential offensive support, combining for six goals. For Fremantle, Patrick Voss contributed three goals, but the team was unable to maintain their lead. Fremantle's Caleb Serong described the late loss of the lead as “horrific.” In a rare outcome, Fremantle's Shai Bolton was awarded the 2026 Norm Smith Medal, becoming the first player in 21 years to receive the honor while playing for the losing side. Brisbane coach Chris Fagan praised his team's resilience while acknowledging that Fremantle had performed better for much of the ~~match.~~ match, noting they “deserved to win” for much of the game.

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