Brisbane players celebrate AFL premiership ahead of fan day in Fitzroy

Brisbane Lions players celebrate AFL grand final win ahead of fan day in FitzroyPosted Sun 27 Sep 2026 at 7:23amSun 27 Sep 2026 at 7:23amJosh Dunkley drinks from the 2026 premiership cup as the Lions celebrated their thrilling premiership win at the MCG. (ABC News)Brisbane players and supporters have packed Melbourne bars overnight to celebrate the Lions' last-minute win over the Dockers in the 2026 AFL grand final.The cold and wet grand final day did not dampen spirits, with players gathering at a South Yarra bar long into the night.The Lions showed off the 2026 premiership cup during the celebrations. (ABC News)The premiership players took turns drinking from the cup while across town in Fitzroy, fans relived the rollercoaster victory."It feels fantastic! Three in a row!" one man said.Lions fans gathered at the Royal Derby Hotel in Fitzroy to revel in the grand final win. (ABC News)"Those last five minutes," another fan said, holding her hands over her heart."Two three-peats in my lifetime, happy girl!""I'm going to lose my voice," another said."I thought we'd lost it then we came back again."This Lions fan travelled from Albury-Wodonga to Melbourne two watch the Lions secure their second "three-peat". (ABC News)Police said they were pleased with the behaviour of fans at the MCG yesterday.Just over 100,000 spectators packed into the ground for the history-making clash. Police say nine people were evicted due to behavioural issues and one penalty notice was issued.No arrests were made.Fans will continue to celebrate the win today with a Lions family day to be held in Fitzroy. (ABC News)The players will present the premiership cup to fans at Brunswick Street Oval in the former Fitzroy Lions heartland. Meanwhile, Fremantle players are flying home this morning after the Dockers' heartbreaking loss.