Brisbane Lions slump a long time coming for AFLW powerhouse

ABC Australia News - Oct 8, 2026

The Brisbane Lions are in an unfamiliar spot on the AFLW ladder, with their finals hopes hanging by a thread. But the slump for the perennial contenders has been a long time coming.

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