West Coast vs Brisbane

West Coast Eagles vs Brisbane Lions: Epic Clash in the Wild, Wild West

Epic showdown between West Coast Eagles and Brisbane Lions! Find out who's in the spotlight, the emotional opening, and the key match-ups ahead of Sunday's game.

The West Coast Eagles faced off against the Brisbane Lions in an epic clash that saw Brisbane spoil the Eagles' plans to farewell coach Adam Simpson with a win. Despite an emotional opening and the love from the fans, West Coast fell short with Brisbane winning 16.10 (106) over the Eagles' 14.9 (93). The Lions' strong performance led them to hold off the Eagles and secure a place in the top four. It was a game filled with intense moments and a dual Brownlow Medallist stepping up to see Brisbane past a spirited West Coast at Optus Stadium.

In the aftermath of the match, Adam Simpson thanked the West Coast fans for their support before the Lions took care of business in Perth. The game also saw GWS pushing Port Adelaide out of the top eight and Gold Coast keeping their finals hopes alive with some impressive Sunday results. The Eagles' players and fans put up a valiant effort for Simpson but were unable to ride the wave to victory against a determined Brisbane side.

On the other hand, the brutal tackle in the spotlight and Neale's outstanding performance against the Eagles added more drama to the weekend's AFL action. The fans witnessed a thrilling encounter between two formidable teams, with Brisbane emerging victorious and Charlie Cameron facing MRO trouble. Despite the Eagles' near-upset, the Lions showcased their hunger for success and solidified their position in the top four after a hard-fought battle in the wild, wild west.