Who: Brisbane Lions vs Sydney Swans
Where: The Gabba
When: Thursday 25 June at 7:30pm (local).
Gates Open: 6:00pm, check your ticket for your entry gate.
Entry Conditions: Please read here
Weekly Notices
Kids Footy Month → Kids 14 years and under are eligible for free entry! More information on the AFL site here.
Ray White Auction Activation → The Ray White Auction activation is back! Make sure you grab your Ray White bidder paddle at the gates as you enter on Thursday night! Wave it high during quarter time for a chance to win $500!
Tickets
Tickets → Tickets are still on sale here. You can still become a digital member today!
AreaVIP → Sit like a Fan. Feel like a VIP. (Limited availability)
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. (Limited availability)
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.
'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.
Around the Grounds
Lion Park → Located outside Gate 2 starting from 5:30pm. The kids will enjoy our brand new Lions inflatable, face painting, 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 5:30pm 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.
Round 16 Runsheet:
10:00am: Lions Shop opens
5:30pm: Lion Park opens
6:00pm: Public Gates
6:42pm: On-field Warmup
7:21pm: Lions run out
7:30pm: Bounce
QTR Time: The Ray White Auction activation
HALF Time: Auskick, Community Champion, Lion King Cam, Kiss 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. Sydney Swans
Watch → Stream live on Fox Footy, Kayo and BINGE from 7pm or watch free-to-air on 7 and 7plus from 7:30pm AEST.
The last time we met
SYDNEY 7.1 10.6 11.9 15.14 (104)
BRISBANE 1.3 2.6 4.10 8.12 (60)
GOALS
Sydney: Amartey 5, McInerney 2, McDonald 2, Heeney 2, Rosas, Gulden, Grundy, Blakey
Brisbane: Reville 2, Cameron 2, Tunstill, Rayner, Lohmann, Allen
BEST
Sydney: Gulden, Amartey, Blakey, Rowbottom, McCartin, Bice
Brisbane: Dunkley, Neale, Zorko, Wilmot, Fletcher
INJURIES
Sydney: Gulden (shoulder), Heeney (hamstring)
Brisbane: None
