Logan McDonald stars in Sydney's qualifying final victory over Brisbane
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Logan McDonald scored a personal-best six goals in Sydney's qualifying final victory against Brisbane on September 17, 2026. This performance was pivotal for Sydney, allowing them to secure a place in the upcoming preliminary final. McDonald’s journey back to form followed a challenging 12-month recovery from a severe injury that had sidelined him for an entire season. Despite earlier struggles this season, he has emerged as a key player, contributing significantly in the finals.
- •Logan McDonald scored six goals in the qualifying final.
- •Sydney defeated Brisbane, earning a spot in the preliminary final.
- •McDonald faced a lengthy recovery from a serious injury.
- •His 2026 performance includes a career-high 48 goals.
- •The preliminary final will take place this weekend.
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"Logan McDonald endured a gruelling 12-month nightmare before exploding on the September stage, writes Riley Beveridge
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