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Belt game 258 · September 26, 2026 · finals

Brisbane Lions takes the belt

Brisbane Lions beat Fremantle 96–89 on the road to start reign 102 of the AFL belt, the 10th for the club.

The recap · AI-written

Brisbane Lions Claim Belt with 96-89 Victory Over Fremantle

The Brisbane Lions traveled to Fremantle and emerged victorious with a 96-89 win, claiming the AFL lineal championship belt in the process. The seven-point margin proved enough for Brisbane to wrestle the belt away from the Dockers on their home turf.

With the belt on the line, Brisbane executed when it mattered most to secure the 96-89 victory. The Lions are now the belt holders after defeating Fremantle, taking possession of the lineal championship that passes from team to team with each defeat of the current holder.

Brisbane will now carry the belt into their next contest, where they will face the challenge of defending their newly won championship. For Fremantle, the loss means relinquishing the belt after falling short in the seven-point defeat.

Written by Claude from ESPN's box score for this game.

Fremantle had held it since September 18, 2026, with 0 defenses over 8 days.

Brisbane Lions held it for 7 days and 0 defenses, and still holds it.

102Reign number
10Team's reign
0Defenses
7Days held

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