Did the Giants just end the Lions' AFL premiership hopes?
The Greater Western Sydney Giants delivered a stunning performance against the Brisbane Lions, defeating the two-time reigning premiers by a record margin. This match was particularly significant as both teams were struggling to find their form in the AFL season. The Giants' explosive third quarter, which saw them score a remarkable number of goals, raised questions about the Lions' defensive capabilities.
- ▪GWS Giants defeated Brisbane Lions by a record-breaking 85 points.
- ▪The Giants scored a significant number of goals in the third quarter, marking it as one of the highest scoring terms in AFL history.
- ▪Brisbane's inconsistent defense has been a concern, as highlighted by their coach prior to the match.
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Thu, 21 May7566→Fri, 22 May7456→Fri, 22 May10474→Sat, 23 May111105→Sat, 23 May10780→Sat, 23 May9282→Sat, 23 May5892→Sun, 24 May16688→Sun, 24 May9390→Thu, 28 May19:30--→Fri, 29 May19:40--→Sat, 30 May13:15--→Sat, 30 May16:15--→Sat, 30 May19:35--→Sun, 31 May15:15--→Sun, 31 May19:20--→ AFL Score Centre analysisHow GWS exposed the back half problem threatening Brisbane's AFL flag hopesBy Cody Atkinson and Sean LawsonTopic:AFLMon 25 May 2026 at 12:50pmMon 25 May 2026 at 12:50pmMon 25 May 2026 at 12:50pmCallum Brown was one of eight multiple goalkickers for GWS as the Giants thrashed two-time reigning premiers Brisbane in Sydney.
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