For a club that once dominated the A-League with three championships in four years, the current season has been a sobering reality check. Brisbane Roar sit 11th in the 2025-26 A-League Men table with 26 points, far from the finals spots they used to chase.

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Current A-League Men Position: 11th · A-League Championships: 3 (2011, 2012, 2014) · Founded: 1957 · Home Ground: Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact average attendance for the current season is not publicly confirmed
  • Player salary figures are not officially disclosed
  • Whether Brisbane Roar is ‘good’ subjectively depends on comparison criteria
3Timeline signal
  • Current season: 11th place, 26 points, 6 wins, 8 draws, 12 losses (GOAL Australia)
  • Goal difference: -9 (27 scored, 36 conceded) (FOX Sports)
  • Consistent data across multiple sources (GOAL Australia)
4What’s next
  • Finals qualification appears unlikely given 15-point gap to top six (A-Leagues standings)
  • Off-season squad rebuild likely under coach Rubén Zadkovich (A-Leagues standings)
  • Focus on youth development and consistency (A-Leagues standings)

Here are the essential facts at a glance.

Fact Value
Founded 1957
Home Ground Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane
A-League Championships 3 (2011, 2012, 2014)
Current A-League Men Position 11th (as per official ladder)
Head Coach Rubén Zadkovich (as of 2025)
Captain Tom Aldred (as of 2025)

Where does Brisbane Roar rank this season?

Current A-League Men ladder position

Brisbane Roar sit 11th in the 2025-26 A-League Men table, as confirmed by A-Leagues (official league source). They have 26 points from 26 matches, with 6 wins, 8 draws, and 12 losses. Their goal difference stands at -9 (27 scored, 36 conceded), according to FOX Sports (major sports broadcaster).

Recent match results and points tally

The Roar’s record includes a home mark of 3-4-6 and an identical away record, per FOX Sports. They trail 10th-placed Perth Glory (31 points) by five points and lead 12th-placed Western Sydney Wanderers (21 points) by five, based on GOAL Australia’s competition table.

Season trend analysis

After a strong start that briefly lifted the club into mid-table, results have tailed off. The current standing puts the Roar seven points adrift of the sixth-placed finals spot, with only a handful of games remaining. The pattern is one of inconsistency: three consecutive losses were followed by an upset draw against league leaders Newcastle Jets.

Bottom line: Brisbane Roar’s 11th-place finish this season reflects a team in transition. For fans expecting a return to finals, the data signals a rebuild is needed. For neutral observers, the club remains a mid-table battler with flashes of its former quality.

The implication is clear: without a significant turnaround, finals remain out of reach.

Has Brisbane Roar ever won the A-League?

List of A-League championships won by Brisbane Roar

Yes — Brisbane Roar have won three A-League championships: 2011, 2012, and 2014 (Wikipedia (established encyclopedia)). These titles came in a dominant four-year stretch that established the club as a powerhouse of Australian soccer.

Key finals in those title-winning seasons

In 2011 they defeated Central Coast Mariners 2-1 after extra time. The 2012 final was a repeat: again the Mariners fell, this time 2-1. In 2014, they beat Western Sydney Wanderers 2-1 after extra time at the venue that is now their home ground, Suncorp Stadium. All three finals were decided by a single goal, highlighting the Roar’s knack for clutch performances.

Other major honours

Beyond championships, the Roar won the A-League Premier’s Plate (regular-season champions) in 2010-11. They were also runners-up in the FFA Cup in 2019. Their trophy cabinet, while not overflowing, includes the most important pieces: three grand final victories.

The paradox

Brisbane Roar have won more A-League championships than any other club except Sydney FC (five) and Melbourne Victory (four). Yet their current 11th-place standing means they are closer to the bottom than the top — a club built on title-winning DNA now fighting for respectability.

The pattern reveals that historical glory does not guarantee present success.

Is Brisbane Roar a good team?

Recent season performance (last 3-5 years)

Over the past five seasons, Brisbane Roar have finished in the top half of the table only once (6th in 2021-22). Their 2025-26 campaign is tracking to be their worst since the 2019-20 season, when they placed 12th. The club has not won a finals match since 2014.

Comparison with historical success

The gulf between the championship era and the present is stark. During their three-title run (2011-2014), the Roar averaged 1.9 points per game. This season they average 1.0 points per game. Their total of 27 goals scored is the third-lowest in the league, behind only Wellington Phoenix and Western United.

Key strengths and weaknesses

Defensively, the Roar have conceded 36 goals — a middling record. Their attacking output relies heavily on set pieces and individual moments from forward (FOX Sports squad overview). Weaknesses include a porous midfield and an inability to close out close matches: eight draws from 26 games suggest a team that competes but lacks a killer instinct.

Why this matters

For a club that once set the standard for possession-based football, the current product is a shadow. The question for fans isn’t whether they are “good” in an absolute sense — it’s whether the trajectory can be reversed before the gap between legend and reality becomes a chasm.

What this means: the club’s identity is at stake, and recovery requires urgent structural changes.

What is the average attendance at Brisbane Roar games?

Current season attendance

Official attendance figures for the 2025-26 season have not been published by the club or the league at the time of writing. However, historical data from A-Leagues (competition organiser) shows that Brisbane Roar have averaged between 8,000 and 12,000 fans per home match in recent years.

Historical attendance trends

During the championship seasons, average crowds were above 15,000. Since 2015, numbers have declined, reflecting the team’s on-field slump. The club’s home ground, Suncorp Stadium, has a capacity of 52,500, meaning attendance rarely exceeds 25% of capacity.

Comparison with other A-League clubs

Brisbane Roar’s attendance lags behind the top-drawing clubs: Western Sydney Wanderers and Sydney FC both average over 15,000. The Roar sit in the middle of the pack, similar to Central Coast Mariners and Newcastle Jets. Lower crowds mean less match-day revenue, which in turn limits player recruitment.

Bottom line: Brisbane Roar’s fan base remains loyal but not enough to fill a large stadium. The club’s ability to attract big crowds is directly tied to on-field success — a cycle that is currently stuck in low gear.

The catch: without a winning product, attendance will likely stay flat.

How much do Brisbane Roar players earn per year?

Typical salary range for A-League players

The A-League operates under a salary cap, which for the 2025-26 season is approximately AUD $2.1 million per club, according to Wikipedia (sports economics reference). This cap covers the senior squad, with additional allowances for marquee players who can be paid outside the cap. Entry-level players earn around AUD $60,000, while top non-marquee players can make AUD $250,000.

Marquee player contracts

Brisbane Roar have not disclosed specific marquee salaries. Historically, the club has used marquee slots on players like Thomas Broich (2010-2016) and Matt McKay. Current marquee status is unclear, but under the salary cap regime, any marquee player typically earns between AUD $500,000 and $1 million per season.

Comparison with other Australian sports

By comparison, A-League salaries are dwarfed by the AFL (average AFL salary ~AUD $400,000) and NRL (~AUD $340,000). Even the best-paid A-League marquee players earn less than a typical AFL journeyman. This financial gap makes it hard for A-League clubs to retain homegrown talent.

The trade-off

Brisbane Roar operate on a tight budget. Without a marquee signing to boost ticket sales and media attention, the club risks falling further behind richer clubs like Melbourne City and Sydney FC, whose ownership groups can spend above the cap via third-party arrangements.

The consequence: unless ownership increases investment, the roster will remain constrained.

Timeline: Brisbane Roar FC milestones

  • 1957 – Club founded as Hollandia Inala (Wikipedia)
  • 2005 – Joined the newly formed A-League as Brisbane Roar (Wikipedia)
  • 2011 – Won first A-League championship, defeating Central Coast Mariners 2-1 (Wikipedia)
  • 2012 – Won second A-League championship, again beating the Mariners (Wikipedia)
  • 2014 – Won third A-League championship, defeating Western Sydney Wanderers (Wikipedia)
  • 2020–2025 – Period of fluctuating results, generally mid-table finishes (Wikipedia)

Clarity check

Confirmed facts

  • Brisbane Roar have won three A-League championships (2011, 2012, 2014) – Wikipedia
  • Club founded in 1957 – Wikipedia
  • Home ground is Suncorp Stadium – A-Leagues club page
  • Current position in A-League Men ladder is 11th – A-Leagues
  • Record: 6 wins, 8 draws, 12 losses, 26 points, -9 goal difference – FOX Sports

What’s unclear

  • Exact average attendance for the current season is not publicly confirmed in provided sources
  • Player salary figures are not officially disclosed; only general A-League salary cap estimates are available
  • Whether Brisbane Roar is ‘good’ is subjective and depends on comparison criteria
  • The club’s long-term ownership and investment strategy remains opaque

Summary

Brisbane Roar’s standing in 2025-26 is a club caught between a glorious past and an uncertain future. The numbers are clear: 11th place, 26 points, a negative goal difference. For the club’s management, the choice is stark — either invest in a rebuild that restores the identity of a three-time champion, or risk permanent mid-table irrelevance. For the fans, the immediate reward is the hope that young players will emerge from a season that, for now, has little else to offer.

Additional sources

foxsports.com, en.wikipedia.org, brisbaneroar.com.au, espn.com, worldfootball.net, fotmob.com

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Frequently asked questions

What is the capacity of Suncorp Stadium?

52,500.

Who is Brisbane Roar’s all-time top scorer?

Besart Berisha (with over 80 goals for the club across two stints).

What colours do Brisbane Roar play in?

Orange (home) and black (away).

When was Brisbane Roar’s last A-League finals appearance?

2021-22 season, where they lost in the elimination final.

Who is the current owner of Brisbane Roar?

The club is owned by the Bakrie Group, an Indonesian conglomerate.

What is the official name of the league Brisbane Roar competes in?

A-League Men (also known as the Isuzu UTE A-League for sponsorship).

How many times has Brisbane Roar qualified for the A-League finals?

They have qualified for the finals in 10 out of 19 seasons.

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