US EditionBrisbane Flag Chances 'Neutral' After Lachie Neale Injury Blow
Geelong dominated the match with 13 goal scorers and secured a 38-point win, while Brisbane's Lachie Neale suffered a season-ending calf injury, impacting their finals hopes.
- Geelong's 38-point victory over Brisbane Lions at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday, with 86,364 spectators, secured their home preliminary final spot.
- Chris Scott's side seized control in the third quarter, kicking five goals to two after winning centre clearances 12-17 and inside-50s 60-47 against the Brisbane Lions.
- Cam Rayner capitalised on contentious free kicks, including a 140-meter play reversal, with commentators calling the decisions "disgraceful" and the MCG crowd left in "shock".
- Brisbane co-captain Lachie Neale limped off with a right calf problem in the final quarter; Dr Peter Larkins said recovery could take '2-3 weeks' while coach Chris Fagan called it 'significant', risking Neale missing next week's semi at the Gabba.
- One victory now separates Geelong Cats from a grand final appearance, captured celebrating at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 5, 2025, as they secure their 14th preliminary final in 19 years.
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C 17%
R 67%
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