Brisbane Vs Melbourne Round 5

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Goals

Over the years, their rivalry has produced many memorable moments, but Round 5 was truly special.

Brisbane was too strong for Melbourne in this one as led by Max Gawn (ruckman), Clayton Oliver (29 disposals, seven contested possessions and five clearances) and Kysaiah Pickett (5 goals).

No goals were scored during the opening quarter, yet by major breaks at the end of the second and three minutes into the third they quickly took control. Cameron Rayner added a further goal for their advantage on a night that saw two being scored!

After Alex Neal-Bullen appeared to dive over the line deep within their defensive half, the match became chaotic when an unfavorable free kick decision went against the hosts, awarding a controversial free kick to them that brought back memories of Dayne Zorko’s incident from 2021.

Disposals

Brisbane Lions were more efficient at winning possession than Melbourne on Friday night, boasting more disposals (with improved efficiency), inside 50s, clearances and contested possessions compared to Melbourne.

Chris Fagan’s side demonstrated an outstanding team effort, led by Jack Viney who amassed 37 disposals – his highest since joining the club. First-gamer Darcy Jones managed to take control of possession from Melbourne Demons defence while fill-in ruckman Christian Petracca produced an outstanding performance with 29 disposals, 12 contested possessions and five clearances – impressive numbers indeed!

Brisbane’s midfielders — Jade Ellenger and Sophie Conway in particular — were impressive, working tirelessly at keeping Melbourne at bay in central area competition, while on either flank Alex Neal-Bullen and Callum Ah Chee made notable impacts. Melbourne scored its sole goal via Harrison Petty who was forced off early after being overwhelmed by Brisbane attack.

Leading Goalkickers

Cam Cameron of Brisbane kicked three goals while Jacob Van Rooyen and Bayley Fritsch scored for a huge first quarter advantage for the Lions, but early in the second term there was cause for alarm when Dees defender Christian Salem suddenly limping off and was submerged by trainers into their care.

Melbourne’s tackling pressure improved immediately following this, yet they struggled to take full advantage of their superior possession work, falling behind by seven clearances and six inside 50s. Christian Petracca did not tag, while some ruckmen such as Jahmai Jones struggled with ball handling skills as evidenced by fumbled passes or missed tackles that they are normally known for making.

Hugh McCluggage’s outstanding goal in the final two minutes propelled the Lions to victory, scoring from outside of their boundary line after Alex Neal-Bullen was penalised for intentional out-of-bounds play in their forward pocket. It marked their fifth consecutive win and moved them one game closer towards finishing in the top four.

Leading Scorers

After starting off strong, Brisbane’s fortunes declined after Round 14 when halfback Adam Reynolds fractured his ankle against Canterbury and they would struggle for much of the rest of the regular season, finishing 14th overall and missing out on top four qualification.

Xavier Coates was again at his best during this game as he leapt to intercept an awkward high kick from Hughes and kneed it forward over the line for Tyran Wishart to gather. Unfortunately, however, upon review by Bunker no try was awarded.

Nick Meaney converted Will Warbrick’s second try, scored through clever wrap-around play. Defender Harrison Petty was then sent off for dangerous tackle on Lions fullback Kurt Capewell; and that would prove to be the last time that Melbourne scored at Melbourne Colosseum – as they were routed 40-0!