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AFL 2026: Lions Seek Third Consecutive Premiership

March 4, 2026 · ABC News

The AFL premiership season begins this Thursday, with 17 teams racing to stop the Brisbane Lions from claiming a third consecutive flag.

The competition gets underway this Thursday as 17 teams prepare to halt Brisbane's bid for a historic three-peat.

Every rival is focused on ending the Lions' dominance as they attempt to defend their title.

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