: Despite their resilience against Victory, Brisbane's campaign "imploded" mid-season, losing six out of seven games at one stage under coach Michael Valkanis, who faced multiple suspensions during the year.

The rivalry remains intense, with fans often debating technical consistency and coaching decisions after these high-stakes games.

Matildas at Home Review: Brisbane Roar, Melbourne Victory through to semi-finals

: The November clash was particularly "brutal," featuring a late red card for Victory's Denis Genreau for violent conduct. The rematch in February saw Marius Lode make his debut for Brisbane in a hard-fought draw.