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What are the 10 greatest upsets in VFL/AFL grand final history?

  • Written by Brendon Hyndman, Associate Professor of Health & Physical Education (Adj.), Charles Sturt University

The Brisbane Lions are the underdogs for Saturday’s AFL grand final against Sydney.

After defeating Geelong in Victoria for the first time in 20 years, they have reached the grand final from fifth on the ladder, without a rest week or double-chance (as teams that finish in the top four enjoy).

Taking into account the VFL origins of both...

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