Brisbane Coach Questions Team's Mindset After Loss to Sydney

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan expressed concerns about his team's mindset after their poor performance against Sydney. He noted that complacency may have influenced the players, particularly given the absence of key Sydney players.

Fagan criticized the team's effort, stating it did not meet expectations and questioned whether the players underestimated the challenge. Sydney's strong start and effective play put significant pressure on Brisbane's defense.

To defend their premiership, the Lions must now navigate through four finals in September. Fagan acknowledged the difficulty of the match and highlighted Sydney's superior performance, while also mentioning an ankle injury to defender Noah Answerth during the game.