Brisbane Lions

Carlton Fans' Dress-Up Fail and Lions' Devastating Injuries: A Rollercoaster Opening Night for Brisbane

Carlton fans face embarrassment while Lions suffer injuries in an epic Opening Round clash. Find out the shocking twists and turns of the game!

On the opening night of the AFL season, excitement quickly turned into embarrassment for Carlton fans as a dress-up fail left them red-faced. Meanwhile, the Brisbane Lions faced a rollercoaster of emotions, starting strong but ending in devastation. The game took a dramatic turn as Carlton staged a remarkable comeback from 46 points down to snatch a one-point victory at the Gabba.

Amidst the chaos, fears of a devastating ACL injury loomed over the Lions' star player, Keidean Coleman. The team, already reeling from the unexpected loss, now faced the prospect of a key player being sidelined with a serious knee injury. The heartbreaking loss coupled with Coleman's potential ACL tear cast a shadow over the Lions' morale.

As the final minutes ticked away, the anxiety heightened as Coleman went down on the field due to a nasty knee injury. The Lions' coach, Chris Fagan, confirmed the team's worst fears – a possible ruptured ACL for the talented defender. The mood in Brisbane turned somber as the reality of the injury sank in.

In a cruel twist of fate, both Brisbane and Carlton saw key players – Sam Docherty and Keidean Coleman – being subbed out at halftime due to injuries. The Gabba witnessed a night of highs and lows, with fans experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions.

Did you know? The Carlton vs. Brisbane Lions game marked the first one-point victory for Carlton over Brisbane. Additionally, the heartbreaking loss for the Lions was their closest defeat against Carlton since 2013.