Overview
- The Lions beat the Crows 21.18 (144) to 13.13 (91) in a 53‑point semi‑final at the Gabba on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
- Brisbane kicked five goals inside the first seven minutes, an electric start that let them control the match from the outset.
- Charlie Cameron led the attack with five goals and Zac Bailey added three from 23 disposals after signing an eight‑year extension with the club days earlier.
- Taylor Walker played his final game for Adelaide as the Crows were eliminated and will retire from the AFL.
- Brisbane will travel to the MCG to face Hawthorn in next week’s preliminary final and the result sits alongside other notable weekend stories including West Coast’s upset of Brisbane in the AFLW and MCUE completing a perfect Riverina netball season.