Fremantle fans left devastated after late grand-final defeat
More than 40,000 Fremantle supporters gathered in the Western Australian city to watch the Dockers lead Brisbane for most of the grand final before losing by seven points. The late reversal ended the team’s premiership hopes and left fans crying, while police intervened in an altercation.
Fremantle supporters were left heartbroken after the Dockers surrendered a 17-point lead in the final four minutes and lost the grand final to the Brisbane Lions by seven points. More than 40,000 fans gathered across Fremantle’s streets and pubs to watch the match. The atmosphere remained celebratory through the first three quarters as supporters cheered and jumped on tables.
The mood changed as Brisbane scored late goals. Logan Morris sealed the result for the Lions, prompting moans, tears and embraces among fans who had expected Fremantle to end its long wait for a premiership. One venue saw a physical altercation, with police and security staff intervening.
An ambulance was called for a woman seen on the ground, while one man was escorted away by police. Supporters described the result as shocking and devastating but said they remained loyal to the club. Harry Thorn said supporting Fremantle was a family tradition, while Tayla Bowden described the club’s culture as a mixture of hope and despair.
The city’s football celebration ended quickly after the final siren. Signs were removed from venues and rubbish remained on some streets as the Fremantle players and travelling party prepared to return to Western Australia.
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