The game of the round kicks off Sunday afternoon footy as Brisbane Lions (10-6-1) hosts Sydney Swans (14-3) at the Gabba in a battle of fourth versus first.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch Brisbane vs Sydney in the AFL, plus plenty more.
Brisbane vs Sydney date and start time
| Date | Sunday, July 21, 2024 |
| Start time | 1:10 pm AEST/ 12:40 pm ACST/ 11:10 am AWST |
| Venue | The Gabba |
| Location | Brisbane, Queensland, Australia |
How to watch Brisbane vs Sydney on TV & stream live online
There are several options to watch the Brisbane vs Sydney AFL game in Australia, including Network Seven, Foxtel, Foxtel from Telstra, and Kayo Sports.
The best way to livestream the aforementioned AFL game is through Kayo with a seven-day free trial. It also does not have a lock-in contract or equipment fees, which means you can cancel anytime if you are no longer using it.
All you need to decide is whether you want to pick Kayo One at $25 per month (1 stream and up to HD), or Kayo Basic at $35 per month (2 streams and up to 4K).
What channel is Brisbane vs Sydney game on?
The game will be broadcast live on Channel 7 on free-to-air TV and will also be available to watch via Fox Footy on pay TV. ABC and AFL Nation will provide the radio coverage.
Streaming the game with a VPN
- Overview of VPN services that allow access to geo-restricted streams
- How to set up and use a VPN service to stream the match
You can watch the game from wherever you are in the world by using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) service such as NordVPN/ ExpressVPN. A VPN will allow you to create a secure connection online when you are abroad on holiday or for work and you want to stream the game live.
If you are not sure which VPN to use or how to use a VPN, we have taken a look at the best options available out there for watching live sports - check out the best VPN services review here.
Here’s an easy step-by-step guide on how to use a VPN to watch a game when you are overseas:
- Install VPN of your choice - see our reviews here for the best options.
- Select the location you wish to connect to. This is easy - if you are visiting the UK and you wish to continue watching one of your U.S. streaming services, you would select the US.
- Grab the popcorn and get ready to watch!
Brisbane Lions team news
Star striker Charlie Cameron will be out for three weeks after receiving a suspension for a tackle that concussed Eagles captain Liam Duggan, although Brandon Starcevich is expected to recover from his own injury. Noah Answerth (shoulder) could potentially be available, and Jaxon Prior and Deven Robertson are both in the running for senior positions. The Lions are currently on a tear, so it's unlikely that coach Chris Fagan would change his winning formula.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Rucks | Fort, Lane, McInerney |
| Defenders | Berry, Doedee, Madden, Coleman, Prior, McKenna, Fletcher, Starcevich, Michael, Payne, Joyce, Answerth, Wilmot, Zakostelsky, Gardiner, Ryan, Smith, Lester, Fort, Lane, McInerney |
| Midfielders | Lohmann, Robertson, Ah Chee, Dunkley, McCluggage, Ashcroft, Neale, Rayner, Lyons, Sharp, Bailey, Torrent, Reville |
| Forwards | Daniher, McCarthy, Cameron, Hipwood, Smith, Tunstill, Brain |
Sydney Swans team news
The Swans will welcome back superstar Isaac Heeney from suspension. The versatile Justin McInerney appears to have sustained a PCL injury, which is a significant setback, but Harry Cunningham (hamstring) is close to recovering.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Rucks | McLean, Grundy, Ladhams, Green, McAndrew |
| Defenders | Cunningham, Florent, Blakey, Vickery, Edwards, Hamling, McCartin, Fox, Lloyd, Francis, McCartin, Rampe, McInerney, Edwards, Hamling, Arnold, Snell, Melican |
| Midfielders | Adams, Rowbottom, Sheldrick, Mills, Campbell, Jordon, Kirk, Cleary, Roberts, Mitchell |
| Forwards | Heeney, Hayward, Papley, Wicks, Konstanty, Magor, Warner, Buller, McDonald, Reid, Amartey |
Brisbane vs Sydney Form
Brisbane: WWWWW
| Round | Match |
|---|---|
| R18 | West Coast 93-106 Brisbane |
| R17 | Brisbane 97-86 Adelaide |
| R16 | Brisbane 86-81 Melbourne |
| R15 | Port Adelaide 73-152 Brisbane |
| R14 | Brisbane 126-106 St Kilda |
Sydney: WWLLW
| Round | Match |
|---|---|
| R18 | Sydney 138-59 North Melbourne |
| R17 | St Kilda 84-82 Sydney |
| R16 | Sydney 98-99 Fremantle |
| R15 | GWS 75-102 Sydney |
| R14 | Adelaide 67-109 Sydney |
Brisbane vs Sydney Head-to-Head Results
| Year | Match |
|---|---|
| 2023 | Brisbane 97-81 Sydney |
| 2022 | Sydney 89-113 Brisbane |
| 2021 | Brisbane 94-125 Sydney |
| 2020 | Sydney 41-73 Brisbane |
| 2019 | Brisbane 103-81 Sydney |