Chris Fagan steps down as Brisbane coach after three premierships
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 4:39 AM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
Chris Fagan has stepped down as Brisbane's coach following the club's third consecutive premiership on September 26, 2026. He made the decision not to continue into the final year of his contract for 2027, citing a desire to leave on a high note. Fagan expressed uncertainty about continuing due to the intense demands of the coaching role. A press conference regarding his departure is expected later today.
- •Chris Fagan won three premierships with Brisbane.
- •He announced his departure after the Grand Final that concluded on September 26, 2026.
- •A press conference is scheduled for later today regarding his decision.
- •Fagan expressed a desire to leave while the team is successful.
- 4:53 AMAFL — Chris Fagan's life in footy: Seven flags, 10 Grand Finals, 28 AFL seasons
- 4:39 AMThe Guardian Sport — Chris Fagan steps down as Brisbane coach after historic AFL premiership three-peat
- 3:53 AMAFL — Fagan steps down as Brisbane coach after 10 years and three flags
"Lions coach calls time on 10-year reign with triple premiers 65-year-old decides not to return for shot at record-equalling fourth flag Chris Fagan is stepping down as Brisbane coach after securing a third AFL flag on the bounce with a stunning grand final triumph over Fremantle. The 65-year-old will not return for an 11th season at the helm of the Lions, despite having a year to run on his contract. Continue reading...
"Take a look back at Chris Fagan's remarkable career in footy after the triple-premiership Brisbane coach announced his resignation
"Triple premiership coach Chris Fagan has stepped down as coach of Brisbane
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External links- AFLOct 1, 2026, 4:53 AMChris Fagan's life in footy: Seven flags, 10 Grand Finals, 28 AFL seasons
Take a look back at Chris Fagan's remarkable career in footy after the triple-premiership Brisbane coach announced his resignation
- The Guardian SportOct 1, 2026, 4:39 AMChris Fagan steps down as Brisbane coach after historic AFL premiership three-peat
Lions coach calls time on 10-year reign with triple premiers 65-year-old decides not to return for shot at record-equalling fourth flag Chris Fagan is stepping down as Brisbane coach after securing a third AFL flag on the bounce with a stunning grand final triumph over Fremantle. The 65-year-old will not return for an 11th season at the helm of the Lions, despite having a year to run on his contract. Continue reading...
- AFLOct 1, 2026, 3:53 AMFagan steps down as Brisbane coach after 10 years and three flags
Triple premiership coach Chris Fagan has stepped down as coach of Brisbane
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