Chris Fagan's Challenge: Fixing Goal-Kicking to Secure AFL Premiership

Saturday, 24 August 2024, 09:20

Chris Fagan faces critical decisions as poor goal-kicking threatens the Brisbane Lions' chances for the AFL premiership. After multiple close calls, accuracy may decide their fate. With finals looming, Fagan must resolve these issues promptly to avoid another heartbreak.
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Chris Fagan's Challenge: Fixing Goal-Kicking to Secure AFL Premiership

Chris Fagan's Dilemma: Improving Goal-Kicking Ahead of Finals

As the Brisbane Lions prepare for an important final home game, coach Chris Fagan is haunted by missed opportunities that could cost them the AFL premiership. Despite making it to the finals, their ongoing struggles with goal-kicking leave their premiership aspirations in jeopardy.

Recent Matches Highlight Goal-Kicking Issues

The Lions have faced a series of disappointing performances, most recently losing a close match against Collingwood after a crucial missed goal by Joe Daniher. This pattern of missed opportunities has plagued Brisbane throughout the season.

  • Brisbane's accuracy waned, ranking last in the AFL with a mere 43.4 percent success rate.
  • Despite solid forward play, the Lions' failure to convert remains a significant hurdle.

Brisbane Lions' Strengths and Path Forward

Statistical analysis shows the Lions excel in many areas, but their goal-kicking shortcomings overshadow their achievements.

  1. Top six in 31 statistical categories—including time in forward half and contested ball.
  2. Improved consistency in recent matches, but the same mistakes persist.

As they head into finals, the question remains: Can Fagan rectify the goal-kicking issues in time for the Lions to challenge for the premiership?


This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.


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