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Lions fans roar as Swans fly high at grand final parade

Brisbane Lions and Sydney Swans fans have had a pre-game glimpse of their teams as the players paraded through Melbourne's streets ahead of the AFL Grand Final.

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Lions, Swans diehards embrace Victorian roots

Brisbane Lions and Sydney Swans fans have made pilgrimages to their clubs' old homes in Fitzroy and South Melbourne throughout AFL grand final week.

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Lions' X-factor Rayner ready for grand final stage

Brisbane dynamo Cam Rayner has learnt from a poor 2023 grand final and is ready to grasp his second opportunity at the AFL's biggest stage.

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Papley, Zorko tipped to produce grand final fireworks

Sydney forward Tom Papley and Brisbane veteran Dayne Zorko shape as the fire-starters for their respective sides in the AFL grand final.

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Rampe 'shattered' for injured Swans captain Mills

Sydney captain Callum Mills shared a cry with great mate Dane Rampe after he was ruled out of playing in the AFL grand final due to injury.

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Ashcrofts know how hard it is to win an AFL flag

Marcus Ashcroft, a three-time Brisbane premiership player, will be at the MCG with his family to watch eldest son Will play in his first grand final.

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What are the 10 greatest upsets in VFL/AFL grand final history?

The Brisbane Lions are the underdogs for Saturday’s AFL grand final against Sydney.

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Fagan says Lions, Swans are grand final 'equal-dogs'

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says his team and Sydney have equal claims on Saturday's AFL grand final after impressive runs to the MCG premiership decider.

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Brisbane Lions' team for the 2024 AFL grand final

A look at the squad the Brisbane Lions will take into Saturday's AFL grand final against the Sydney Swans at the MCG.

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Sydney name unchanged line-up, Fort in for McInerney

Sydney captain Callum Mills and midfielder Taylor Adams haven't even made it on to the Swans' emergency list for Saturday's AFL grand final against Brisbane.

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Sydney Swans' team for the 2024 AFL grand final

A look at the squad the Sydney Swans will take into Saturday's AFL grand final against the Brisbane Lions at the MCG.

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Sharks can't bank on Ramien's prelim finals experience

Jesse Ramien is the only current Cronulla player to have played a preliminary final for the club, but he has little knowledge to impart from his experience.

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Don't rely on grit: Coach's plea to next Matildas boss

Brisbane Roar women's coach Alex Smith has implored whoever takes over the Matildas to embrace the squad's brilliance, and Kyah Simon agrees.

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Roar confident young gun can handle 'next Viduka' hype

Brisbane Roar coach Ruben Zadkovich will keep putting rising striker Thomas Waddingham "in the deep end" as overseas and Socceroos opportunities beckon.

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'Fages needs a friend': How Boomer gave Lions bounce

Australian basketball great Phil Smyth's low-key role with the Brisbane Lions has developed into one of the most important: keeping coach Chris Fagan sane.

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The Swans and their arduous journey to becoming a staple of Sydney’s sporting landscape

Club with roots in South Melbourne has not always been prosperous but now has a sixth AFL/VFL premiership in sight in its 150th anniversary year

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Katy Perry set to roar, but insists she's no Lion

American singer Katy Perry will take a neutral stance into the AFL Grand Final when it comes to supporting the Swans or the Lions.

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Hinkley still has energy to coach Port: Power boss

Port Adelaide's football manager says coach Ken Hinkley remains energised despite again falling short of a grand-final appearance.

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Ruck changes no worry for Melbourne, Penrith

Melbourne and Penrith insist they are not concerned by the prospect of the Roosters and Sharks slowing the ruck down, with less infringements in finals.

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GWS utility Cumming shuns Port, set to join Crows

Greater Western Sydney's Isaac Cumming has shunned Port Adelaide's offer and is set to link up with the Adelaide Crows.

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Roosters ready to make their own statement in Melbourne

An NRL grand final between Melbourne and Penrith appears a formality to most, but the Sydney Roosters are adamant they still belong in the conversation.

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Leigh Matthews delights in Lions' long-term turnaround

Leigh Matthews will present the premiership cup to the Brisbane Lions if they win the AFL grand final and is relishing their turnaround this decade.

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Mills will put own heartbreak aside for Swans: Maxfield

Former Sydney captain Stuart Maxfield expects sidelined skipper Callum Mills to put his own heartbreak aside to help the Swans ahead of the AFL grand final.

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The local footy club with historic links to the Lions that became a Brisbane breeding ground

South Warrnambool Roosters may play in red and white but count Hugh McCluggage and Jonathan Brown among their former players

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Swans livewire Papley set for Starcevich GF match-up

Known for his celebrations and ability to get under his opposition's skin, Sydney's Tom Papley is set to cause trouble for Brisbane defender Brandon Starcevich.

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