Rampant Lions Crush Bombers as McKay Cops Bronx Cheers

The Brisbane Lions have destroyed struggling Essendon by 64 points at Marvel Stadium, the in-demand Zac Bailey starring with four goals.

Zac Bailey of the Lions kicks the ball during the Round 8 AFL match between the Essendon Bombers and Brisbane Lions at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, Australia on May 2, 2026. AAP Image/Rob Prezioso

The Brisbane Lions have destroyed struggling Essendon by 64 points at Marvel Stadium, the in-demand Zac Bailey starring with four goals.

Rampant reigning AFL premiers Brisbane have heaped further pain on struggling Essendon, torching them by 64 points at Marvel Stadium.