AFLW Qscan Injury Update: Lions fit and healthy for Round 1

The Brisbane Lions are close to full strength as they head into Round 1 of the 2026 NAB AFLW Season.

The Lions’ first game is against Essendon on Sunday August 16 at Windy Hill with ball up at 12:35pm.

Draftee Meg Lappin is the only player unavailable after she sustained a lower leg injury during the pre-season.

Player	Injury	Estimated Return
4. Meg Lappin	Leg	5-9 Weeks

4. Meg Lappin

Injury: Leg

Est. Return: 5-9 Weeks

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AFLW Qscan Injury Update: Lions fit and healthy for Round 1

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AFLW Qscan Injury Update: Lions fit and healthy for Round 1

The Brisbane Lions are close to full strength as they head into Round 1 of the 2026 NAB AFLW Season.

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Brisbane Lions rebounding defender Keidean Coleman is available for selection of Saturday’s QClash with the Gold Coast Suns at the Gabba.

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