But, two late goals – to Craig McRae in the 29th minute from a free kick with advantage at full forward, then Alastair Lynch from a 20m set shot – Brisbane took an eight point lead into half time. Overall in the second quarter, Brisbane had 24 inside-50s for 4.8 (32), and Collingwood had only eight for 3.0 (18).
But, two late scores – Craig McRae's goal from a free kick with an advantage at full forward, followed by Alastair Lynch's goal from a 20m set shot – gave Brisbane a significant lead going into halftime. In the second quarter, Brisbane dominated possession inside 50 meters, scoring 24 goals for 4.8 (32), while Collingwood managed only eight for 3.0 (18).