Overview

• The Round 12 match kicks off at 7:30 p.m. AEST tonight at the Gabba in Brisbane.
• Brisbane Lions maintain an unchanged side after last week’s 93-60 win over Hawthorn to preserve momentum.
• Essendon Bombers, sitting 10th on the ladder, will include multiple debutants to cover absences among key players.
• Michael Gleeson and other experts predict a comfortable Lions victory, forecasting a margin of around 52 points.
• Live coverage is available on Kayo Sports with a free trial, Foxtel, Fox Footy and free-to-air on 7 mate.