Brisbane Lions fans are celebrating a second consecutive grand final victory. The team secured a 47-point win over their opponents after a tightly contested first half that ended in a tie. In the second half, Brisbane dominated, scoring 13 goals and pulling away decisively.

The atmosphere in Brisbane was electric, reminiscent of last year's grand final when the Lions defeated the Sydney Swans by 60 points. Fans gathered at a hotel near the iconic Story Bridge, dancing on tables and reveling in the team's success. As the final siren sounded, the crowd erupted in joy, leaving behind the disappointment of their close loss in the 2023 grand final.

In contrast, the mood in Geelong was somber. Fans watched the game at Eastern Beach, where many could not bear to see their team falter in the second half. The dreary weather added to the gloom, as rain fell on the thousands gathered at the live watch site, creating a stark contrast to the celebrations in Brisbane.

In Melbourne, dedicated Brisbane fans who could not attend the game gathered at the Royal Derby Hotel in Fitzroy, the Lions' Victorian stronghold. One fan expressed disbelief at the team's resilience, saying, "I can't believe it, we lost [Joe] Daniher, all these injuries, and we're back again this year. Look out, we've got another three or four coming on."

Another fan took the opportunity to poke fun at Geelong, which had previously defeated the Lions in the finals. "What a win, to beat Geelong like that, and they are a pretty boring club, aren't they?" he remarked. The celebration at the pub was lively, with fans singing along to classic hits, including a rendition of "Sweet Caroline" and Charlie Cameron's signature song, "Take Me Home, Country Roads."

The festivities continued at Yarra Park, where players showcased the premiership cup to enthusiastic fans. The celebrations for Brisbane supporters are set to continue with a fan day scheduled at Brunswick St Oval in Fitzroy on Sunday. Meanwhile, Geelong fans will have their own chance to gather and reflect at a fan day at St Mary's Oval at Kardinia Park.