Rhys Mathieson and Ryan Lester will lead the charge for the Lions’ VFL team when they take on Carlton this Friday.

The trio have all contributed to the team’s strong pre-season that saw the Lions take it to Queensland rivals Southport and the Suns in several heated practice matches.

With plenty of scoring options, the Lions will be hopeful their forwards can hit the scoreboard early against a strong Carlton outfit.

Connor McFadyen, Tom Fullarton and Jimmy Tunstill have already proved how damaging they can be on the scoreboard with several strong showings in pre-season.

While experienced defender Ryan Lester will leads a solid Lions’ backline against an experienced Carlton side, with Jimmy Madden, Jack Payne, Carter Michael, Harry Arnold and Darcy Wilmot all named.

Given Carlton’s healthy AFL side, the Lions are likely to come up against a team with plenty of experience and depth.

The last time these two sides met was in Round 2, 2021, where Carlton pulled away in the second half to run away with the win and the four points, 154-85.

Game Details

VFL Round 1
Carlton v Brisbane
Friday March 25, 5:05PM
IKON Park, Melbourne

WHERE TO WATCH?
Catch all the action on the free livestream over at afl.com.au

For our Victorian fans, you can head along to the game with tickets available HERE to Friday night’s clash.

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