Chris Fagan
AustraliaathleteMale7.8Global Dominance: 0.01%Chris Fagan is the senior coach of the Brisbane Lions, having taken on the role in 2017. Fagan is known for his ability to develop young talent and foster a positive team culture, guiding the Lions to significant successes, including a return to finals after a lengthy absence, and continues to lead the team as they face challenges in the upcoming AFL season.
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Chris Fagan continued to reshuffle a Brisbane Lions defence and inspired a remarkable final-quarter comeback.
Player ratings from the 2026 AFL grand finalAustralia· 2026-09-26
Chris Fagan's Lions showcased skill and tenacity to win the grand final.
How the Brisbane Lions snatched a dramatic comeback victory over Fremantle Dockers in the 2026 AFL grand finalAustralia· 2026-09-26
Chris Fagan said he was 'stuffed' after his team was one win away from emulating the three-peat of Leigh Matthews’ Brisbane team.
The preliminary final between Hawthorn Hawks and Brisbane Lions promised the world and overdelivered, grand final, umpires, Sam Mitchell, Jarman Impey, Chris Fagan, Hugh McCluggage, Kai Lohmann, Nick Watson, results, teamsAustralia· 2026-09-19
Rayner said coach Chris Fagan put it on his side to respond to their poor loss to Sydney in the qualifying final.
AFL semi-final 2026, scores, results, odds, stats and start time from the GabbaAustralia· 2026-09-12
Chris Fagan praised his team's performance and expressed confidence in their abilities.
Great mates Logan Morris, Kai Lohmann shine as Brisbane Lions outclass Hawthorn Hawks and move towards top-four spot, AFL Finals 2026,Australia· 2026-08-07
Chris Fagan has hinted co-captain Lachie Neale could still feature in the grand final this year.
Follow AFL finals week 2 semi final 2 scores, results, odds, squads and start time from the Gabba in BrisbaneAustralia· 2025-09-13
Chris Fagan’s men won’t want to become the first club since Melbourne three years ago to suffer a straight-sets finals exit as the reigning premiers.
Early preview of Adelaide Crows v Hawthorn Hawks and Brisbane Lions v Gold Coast SunsAustralia· 2025-09-07
Chris Fagan pointed out after the shattering loss.
Are Collingwood Magpies timing their run or running out of time after loss to Hawthorn Hawks?Australia· 2025-08-10
Chris Fagan commented on the team's effort and performance during the game.
Melbourne Demons upset Brisbane Lions at the GabbaAustralia· 2025-05-18
Chris Fagan described the game as one of their 'great wins' despite the disruptions.
They did the hard work, but sloppy Sydney Swans beat themselves in grand final rematchAustralia· 2025-03-15
Lions coach Chris Fagan called for the game to be postponed.
Season opener between Brisbane Lions, Geelong Cats set to be cancelled due to Cyclone AlfredAustralia· 2025-03-04
Lions coach Chris Fagan told the group: 'If you’re on thin ice, you may as well dance.'
Cyclone Alfred threatens to derail AFL season opener between Brisbane Lions and Geelong CatsAustralia· 2025-03-02
