Currently equal with Lions triple-premiership coach Leigh Mathews on 237 games, Fagan will break the record against the Gold Coast Suns this weekend.

The 65-year-old also took another record off Matthews last Friday night when he led the Lions to victory for the 143rd time – the most wins by any Lions coach.

Fagan arrived at the Gabba for the 2017 season, when the Club was at the bottom of the ladder.

Since then, Fagan has helped guide the Lions to seven consecutive AFL finals campaigns including three consecutive Grand Final appearances and back-to-back Premierships.

During his 237 games to date, Fagan has also claimed an impressive list of personal accolades including being named the AFL Coaches Association Coach of the Year for a record three times.

In addition, he has been named coach of the AFL’s All-Australian team on two occasions.

Brisbane Lions Chairman Andrews Wellington congratulated Fagan on his history-making achievement and his contribution to the Club so far.

“I have been blessed to work with Chris since his arrival at the Club in late 2016 and even though success didn't come quickly, Chris never wavered from his values,” Wellington said.

“The fact he initially made very few changes to personnel at the Club is testament to his desire and ability to make the people around him better.

“It's the lack of ego, selflessness and drive to build trust-based relationships that most defines Chris for me. 

“Even in our lowest times, under Chris' leadership, the Club has been a positive environment to work in.

“I know I reflect the view of our entire Club when I say I couldn't be happier for Chris and his family now that we see Chris achieve so much success, break the coaching record for our Club and be acknowledged for the great coach and person he is.”

Brisbane Lions Chief Executive Officer, Sam Graham said while Fagan’s achievements speak for themselves, it is his humility as a leader and unwavering commitment to his players and his people that has endeared him to everyone connected to our Club.   

“Chris has a great ability to understand people and make everyone feel valued, whether they are a senior player, a draftee, a staff member or a supporter,” Graham said.

“That humility and positivity are at the core of his leadership, fostering the connection and belief, that underpin the Lions’ culture.

Brisbane Lions General Manager Football Danny Daly also praised Fagan on his record and influence he has had on the Club ahead of his 238th match.

“Becoming the longest serving and most successful coach of the Brisbane Lions are remarkable achievements that Fages deserves to be celebrated for,” Daly said

“A lot of people will look at the number of games and the premierships, which is rightly so, but the real value of Fages’ contribution to the Club cannot be measured.

“Seeing the incredible amount of work, he puts in to helping develop everyone including players, coaches and staff professionally and also to be the best people they can be is extraordinary.

“Personally, it’s been an absolute pleasure to work so closely with Fages across his 237 games to date and to share the highs and lows with him.

“I would like to whole heartedly thank his wife Ursula, daughters Ellen and Jessica, his mother Beth and their families for all they have given and sacrificed over the journey.”