The first-ever Q-Clash final has Queensland buzzing, with Brisbane and Gold Coast set for a fiery semi-final at the Gabba.
The Lions limp into this one after losing four of their last five, including a 38-point thumping from Geelong, and they’ll also be without Lachie Neale and Eric Hipwood for the rest of the year. Even so, Brisbane still boast a core of premiership-hardened players, and Hugh McCluggage looms as their key weapon after being held quiet last week.
Gold Coast, meanwhile, are riding high after edging Fremantle by just one point in their first-ever finals win. Damien Hardwick’s men belted Brisbane by 11 goals earlier this year and will take belief into enemy territory, with Bailey Humphrey in strong form as a finals-ready forward option.
But history isn’t on their side. The Suns are 3-18 at the Gabba and haven’t won there since 2018. That hoodoo, combined with Brisbane’s depth and home-ground edge, makes the Lions favourites to steady and keep their season alive.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times, and the latest lineup news.
Brisbane vs. Gold Coast free live stream, free-to-air channel
- Live Stream: Kayo, Foxtel, 7plus
- TV Channel: Fox Footy
- Free-to-air: Channel 7
Kayo, 7plus and Foxtel are providing both live and catch-up coverage of the match. The clash will also be available to watch on Fox Footy and Channel 7.
Fans can stream Brisbane vs. Gold Coast on Kayo, which is currently offering a free trial for new subscribers, so you can essentially watch this game and others this week for free. The match will also be streamed on the AFL website.
Brisbane vs. Gold Coast start time
- Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
- Start Time: 7:35 p.m. AEST
- Venue & Location: The Gabba, Brisbane
The AFL Finals Series game between Brisbane and Gold Coast will be played on Saturday, September 13, at 7:35 p.m. AEST.
It will be played at The Gabba in Brisbane, Queensland.
Here's how that kick-off time translates to the various Australian time zones:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Australian Eastern Standard Time | Saturday, September 13 | 7:35 p.m. |
| Australian Central Standard Time | Saturday, September 13 | 7:05 p.m. |
| Australian Western Standard Time | Saturday, September 13 | 5:35 p.m. |
AFL 2025 fixture schedule this week
Friday, September 12
| Fixture | Venue | Time (AEST) | TV/Stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide vs. Hawthorn Hawks | Adelaide Oval | 7:40 p.m. | Channel 7, Fox/Kayo |
Saturday, September 13
| Fixture | Venue | Time (AEST) | TV/Stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane Lions vs. Gold Coast SUNS | The Gabba | 7:35 p.m. | Channel 7, Fox/Kayo |