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Brisbane midfielder denies Lions were complacent
Josh Dunkley said Brisbane did not underestimate Sydney, while Chris Fagan said the Lions must improve at centre bounces after the 53-point loss.
- On Saturday, the Sydney Swans defeated the Brisbane Lions 141 to 88 in an AFL qualifying final at the SCG, a stunning 53-point upset that keeps the crisis-torn club one win from a grand final appearance.
- Despite suspensions of five key players—the 'Pullman Five'—Sydney coach Dean Cox rallied his team. Brisbane coach Chris Fagan admitted his players likely underestimated the undermanned hosts, despite warnings the match would be tough.
- Brisbane midfielder Josh Dunkley, tallying 24 disposals, said Sydney was 'harder and tougher than us and they wanted it probably more right from the start.' The Swans dominated contested possessions, inside 50s, clearances, and tackles.
- The victory was shadowed by a serious knee injury to Sydney captain Callum Mills. 'Obviously, not expecting great news on Callum,' said Cox, who will determine the injury's extent in coming days.
- Forward Tom Papley stated that '90 percent' of Sydney's system relies on hard work rather than individual talent. The Swans now advance, defying critics who wrote them off weeks ago amid the Pullman scandal.
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The AgeSwans fear worst after ‘devastating’ Mills injury mars epic victory over Lions
Swans coach Dean Cox says he “always believed” his side could upset the odds and beat Brisbane in Saturday’s qualifying final. But whatever happens next, their captain won’t be involved.
·North Sydney, Australia
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‘Thought this might be easier’: Lions coach reveals ‘walk in the park’ thought before Swans shock
Like Alastair Clarkson in round 24, when Sydney defied the turmoil of an AFL scandal, Chris Fagan emphasised that his players could ill afford to take Sydney for granted given their “system”.
·Australia
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