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Fremantle Dockers prepare for Grand Final against Brisbane Lions

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 2:06 AM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Fremantle Dockers prepare for Grand Final against Brisbane Lions
Summary

The Fremantle Dockers face the Brisbane Lions in the AFL Grand Final at the MCG on September 26 at 2:30 PM AEST. Fremantle aims for its first premiership in just its second Grand Final appearance, while Brisbane seeks a rare three-peat, having captured the title in recent years. Fremantle defeated Sydney in the preliminary final, overcoming a deficit to secure their place. The Lions edged past Hawthorn in a thrilling contest, showcasing their resilience in the finals. Each team is weighing player availabilities, particularly Brisbane's Lachie Neale, who is under review for a one-match ban.

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  • •Match at the MCG, September 26, 2:30 PM AEST
  • •Fremantle aims for first AFL premiership
  • •Brisbane seeks third straight premiership
  • •Lions' Lachie Neale faces Tribunal for striking
  • •Dockers past win over Lions in Round 12
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  • 2:06 AMAFL — GRAND FINAL MEGA-PREVIEW: Dockers v Lions, stats that matter, who wins and why
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Two sensational preliminary finals have set up a tantalising season decider, but who will reign supreme?

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