Who: Brisbane Lions vs Hawthorn
Where: The Gabba
When: Friday 7 August at 7:40pm
Gates Open: 6:15pm, check your ticket for your entry gate.
Entry Conditions: Please read here

Weekly Notices

Lion Dancers →  Audiences of all ages will enjoy two Lion Dances from LTL Group, with opportunities to interact with the lions and take photos during and after the performances in Lion Park.

Pre game performances from Hello Africa and Bolivia Marka → Through dynamic drumming, energetic dance, and authentic cultural performances, Hello Africa will deliver an unforgettable experience that celebrates the rich traditions and spirit of Africa. Bolivia Marka specializes in performing traditional Bolivian folkloric dances. They showcase the vibrant costumes, rich musical traditions, and cultural history of Bolivia, particularly the dances of the Oruro Carnival.

Tickets

Tickets → Extremely limited tickets are on sale here. You can still become a digital member today! 

AreaVIP → Sit like a Fan. Feel like a VIP. (SOLD OUT)

GG → I’m best served in groups and I’m waiting for you to have your next Instagram-able moment. I’m doing footy a little differently and G, I think you’re going to like me. (SOLD OUT)

The Youi Fan House → (formerly the Verandah) The Youi Fan House is a refreshed matchday destination at the Gabba, combining a great atmosphere with a new look and feel. Designed with modern touches and nods to Fitzroy and Brisbane Bears heritage, it brings Lions history to life. From iconic memorabilia to prime viewing and BBQ food options, the Youi Fan House delivers an immersive matchday experience unlike anywhere else at the Gabba. (SOLD OUT)

'96 Social → Step into '96 Social - a bold new game day destination at the Gabba designed for fans to refresh, recharge and experience the game in a vibrant, social setting. Enjoy premium views below the Western Scoreboard, immersive activations and an iconic match day experience like no other. (SOLD OUT)

Premiership Lounge → Offers a luxurious setting to reinvigorate, relax and revel in the golden days of old and new before, during, and after the goosebump-enducing action on field. (SOLD OUT)

Around the Grounds

Lion Park →  Located outside Gate 2 starting from 5:40pm.  The kids will enjoy our brand new Lions inflatable, face painting, Lion dancers, and a temporary tattoo station! We will have popups from partners such as Triple M, McDonalds, and Hyundai. There will be a Lions shop popup to browse and MemberHQ in attendance in the park to provide general assistance. 

Hyundai → Skill tester, powered by the Hyundai IONIQ. Hyundai Wingspan Wall inside Gate 2 – see how you measure up against players with the Hyundai Wingspan Wall located inside Gate 2 at the Gabba.

Member Walls → Thanks to the Official Partner of Footy Fans, Youi is highlighting 2026 Season Members at Section 239 (Blue Wall), Gate 7 Entrance (Above PWD Ramp), Section 210 (Beside the Youi Fan House), Section 216, Section 217, and Section 227. Make sure you snap a pic with your name!

Food & Drinks → Gabba food and beverage outlets will be open on all levels and gates.

Lions Shop → Our main shop is located near Gate 2, open from 10:00am - late. We will also have a pop up set up in Lion Park from 10:10am for you to get your merch fix! Gates 2 and 9 are open from when gates open until 10min after first siren. Gate 4, Upper 7, Upper 4 are open from when gates open until 3/4 time. There will also be Away merch available in Lion Park.

Round 22 Runsheet:

10:00am: Lions Shop opens
5:40pm: Lion Park opens
6:15pm: Public Gates
TBCpm: On-field Warmup
TBCpm: Lions run out
7:40pm: Bounce
QTR Time: Caltex Kick for StarCash
HALF Time: Auskick, Community Champion, Lion King Cam
3/4 Time: XXXX handball challenge - Nominate yourself here!
POST Game: Maccas Footballs giveaway, player interviews, Kick2Kick

How to get to The Gabba

Trains & Buses → Read this week's Event Guide from Translink here. Public transport is the easiest way to get to The Gabba. Your event ticket entitles you to TRAVEL FREE to and from matches, on the Queensland Rail City Network (excluding Airtrain). Brisbane City Council buses or a special event shuttle service from 4 hours prior to the event.

Remember to always plan your trip: Plan ahead with the Journey Planner →

Parking → There is no public parking at The Gabba. Fifteen minute parking limits apply across most of The Gabba Traffic Area on event days – we strongly recommend taking advantage of the public transport options. Find out more about parking restrictions around The Gabba on the Brisbane City Council website. 

Accessible Parking → An accessibility drop off zone is located near Gate 5 on Linton Street (near Duke St). There is limited accessibility parking across from Gate 5 on Duke St – you will require a PWD permit to access this area and is first in, first served. For all PWD and accessibility information, please visit The Gabba's accessibility page.

Drop Off/Pick Up → Due to road closures and changed traffic conditions we strongly recommend catching public transport to The Gabba, however should you wish to be dropped off or picked up this can be facilitated via designated drop off points just a short walk from the venue on either Princess Street, Potts Street or Hubert Street. Ask your lift legend to type Princess Street, Potts Street or Hubert Street into their navigation. 

Bike, Scooter & Walking → Bike and walking paths are available to access the stadium, snag an e-bike or e-scooter from the City or South Brisbane to get to The Gabba.

Where to watch Brisbane Lions vs. Hawthorn

Watch → Stream live on Fox Footy, Kayo and BINGE or watch free-to-air on 7 and 7plus from 7:30pm.

Last time we met

BRISBANE            0.8     6.10     8.19     11.23 (89)
HAWTHORN          3.3     6.5       8.8      11.13 (79)

GOALS
Brisbane: Rayner 2, McCluggage 2, Lohmann 2, Cameron 2, Reville, Morris, Fletcher
Hawthorn: Chol 3, Gunston 2, Ginnivan 2, Watson, Moore, Meek, Lewis

BEST
Brisbane: Wilmot, McCluggage, Dunkley, Rayner, W.Ashcroft, Starcevich, Fletcher
Hawthorn: Amon, Impey, Ginnivan, Newcomb, Meek

INJURIES
Brisbane: Nil
Hawthorn: Nil

SUBSTITUTES
Brisbane: James Tunstill (replaced Ty Gallop in the fourth quarter)
Hawthorn: Luke Breust (replaced Mitch Lewis at half-time)

Crowd: 32,086 at the Gabba 

Six days after conceding 154 points to Carlton, the Lions were a completely different outfit, suffocating the Hawks in front of a bumper home crowd of 33,003.

Following a tight first quarter, Brisbane kicked six goals in the second to blow the game open and added five in the third on the way to a rousing 18.17 (125) to 8.10 (58) win.

Lohmann was magnificent, using a high-octane work-rate to kick his five from 24 disposals.

The flashy half-forward built his performance on lung-busting running and then added the polish with some exquisite finishing.

Logan Morris helped lay the foundation with four first half goals on Tom Barrass, while Eric Hipwood (three goals) and Charlie Cameron (two) were also dangerous in a well-oiled forward line.

At the other end of the ground, Hawthorn struggled to make inroads against a resolute Lions defence.

With Noah Answerth keeping Nick Watson goalless, Darcy Gardiner doing a fine job on Jack Gunston (three goals), and Harris Andrews controlling the air, the Hawks had few answers.

While each end of the ground was good for Brisbane, the tone for victory was set by its ravenous defensive pressure. 

Hawthorn won the raw clearance numbers comfortably, but the Lions' midfield hassled them into hurried possessions and repeatedly forced turnovers.

Lachie Neale finished with 35 disposals, but it was his eight first-half tackles that caught the eye.

Will Ashcroft (39 touches, 13 score involvements) continued his red-hot form, with younger brother Levi (27) and Josh Dunkley (24) also strong contributors.

In his 250th game, favourite son Ryan Lester kicked a late goal that brought the delirious crowd to its feet.

Hawthorn will remain in third spot on the ladder, but it was a hard lesson on the level it will need to reach in September to push the premiership contenders.

In complete contrast to last week's loss, Brisbane's intensity was through the roof from the opening minutes.

With Andrews repeatedly winning the ball back in his defensive 50, wave after wave of Lions ran forward to force their opponents into error.

Morris executed two lovely long range drop punts in the first quarter to give the hosts a six-point lead before they exploded in the second.

Brisbane kicked six goals to three for the term to lead by 28 at the main break, with the Gabba crowd the loudest it's been in 2026.

Morris continued to trouble Barrass, adding two more, while Lohmann's workrate – both with and without the ball – was instrumental in multiple goals, including one for himself.

Jarman Impey gave the visitors life just prior to half-time when he drilled a brilliant running goal just before the siren.

The Lions aren't going anywhere
Just when you think there's a chink in Brisbane's armour, they iron it out. Following last week's heavy loss to Carlton, many wondered whether the Lions had the hunger to ramp up their defensive intensity to push for a third straight premiership. Like they've done so often in the past three years, they answered emphatically. When they close opposition space early in a match, you know they're on, and when they're on, they're still the team to beat. 

Where do the Hawks go when the Wizard is quiet?
It's been rare in 2026, but Nick 'Wizard' Watson was quiet and the Hawks struggled to find other avenues to goal. Followed by Noah Answerth for much of the night, Watson missed one very gettable chance on the run in the second quarter, but otherwise was quiet inside 50, finishing with just three kicks from nine disposals. Jack Gunston (three goals) was serviceable, but Mabior Chol and Mitch Lewis struggled to impact. The Lions put enormous pressure on Hawthorn's delivery, but getting the right mix is Sam Mitchell's big challenge.

Kai Lohmann is having a sneaky great season
By his own admission, Lohmann had a slow start to 2026, but since the Lions' mid-season bye, he has been white-hot. With his five goals tonight, the flashy forward now has 46 for the season, including 24 in his past seven games. Lohmann was everywhere, tearing up and down the Gabba to create a bevvy of scoring chances for his team through his hard running. Could he be a sneaky All-Australian squad contender?

BRISBANE     2.3   8.8   13.12   18.17 (125)
HAWTHORN   1.3   4.4   6.8   8.10 (58)

GOALS
Brisbane: Lohmann 5, Morris 4, Cameron 3, Hipwood 2, Rayner, Lester, Draper, Annable
Hawthorn: Gunston 3, Weddle, Moore, Macdonald, Impey, D'Ambrosio

BEST
Brisbane: Lohmann, W.Ashcroft, Neale, Andrews, Morris, L.Ashcroft
Hawthorn: Newcombe, Ward, Moore

INJURIES
Brisbane: Nil
Hawthorn: Nil

Crowd: 33,003 at the Gabba