Demons down Tigers, boast ominous MCG season record as both clubs remember Nathan Fitzgerald

Brisbane Lions play Essendon in round 18 of the 2026 AFL premiership season at the Gabba, Brisbane at 4.40pm AEST. Kayo and Fox Footy are broadcasting the match live. Follow this live blog for minute-by-minute updates, scores, results, odds, squads, injury updates and start time. This blog also includes posts from Western Bulldogs vs West Coast Eagles and Melbourne vs Richmond played earlier in the day.