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Lions focus on preliminary final, overlook recent win over Hawks

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 12:13 AM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Lions focus on preliminary final, overlook recent win over Hawks
Summary

Brisbane Lions prepare for their preliminary final against the Hawthorn Hawks on Saturday, September 17, 2026. Coach Chris Fagan has opted not to show his players any footage from their recent 67-point victory over the Hawks in Round 22, emphasizing the uniqueness of the upcoming match. Fagan described the game as the 'hardest' of the year, highlighting the intensity of preliminary finals. Additionally, defender Noah Answerth is being assessed for an ankle injury as the team finalizes preparations.

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By the Numbers
  • •Brisbane defeated Hawthorn by 67 points in Round 22.
  • •Fagan stresses that the upcoming match is entirely different.
  • •Brisbane plays in its fifth consecutive preliminary final.
  • •Noah Answerth is being assessed for an ankle injury.
  • •The match takes place at the MCG, a familiar ground for Brisbane.
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  • 12:13 AMAFL — Recent thumping of Hawks irrelevant as Lions prep for 'hardest game'
What they're saying
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Chris Fagan hasn't shown his players any vision from their R22 thrashing of Hawthorn ahead of Saturday's preliminary final

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