‘Blink twice if you need help’: AFL club’s social media hacked—fans left stunned by bizarre posts
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Cybersecurity breaches can cause chaos, especially when they hit high-profile organisations with a massive online following.
What started as an ordinary day for one AFL club quickly spiralled into an unusual social media spectacle—one that left fans both amused and bewildered.
What followed was a series of bizarre posts, a cheeky rival intervention, and a scramble to regain control.
The Gold Coast Suns issued an apology after their social media accounts were hacked, leading to a flood of bizarre posts that left fans both entertained and perplexed.
The Queensland-based AFL club confirmed on 20 February that officials had been locked out of their accounts and were working to resolve the situation.
Their official page, which boasts 115,000 followers, was suddenly filled with an array of memes and random videos, including a post featuring penguins from Happy Feet.
Fans immediately recognised something was off, with many joking about the unexpected content appearing in their feeds.
The posts quickly gained traction, with supporters sharing their amusement at the club's unintentional foray into viral content.
Among the reactions was a cheeky comment from their rivals, with the Brisbane Lions writing, ‘Blink twice if you guys need help Gold Coast Suns’.
According to reports, the first rogue posts surfaced on 19 February and remained unresolved the following morning.
The club addressed the situation in a statement, saying: ‘The club is aware of the current issues with its Meta account and is working to rectify the situation.’
‘Please note that any post made at this time is unauthorised and we apologise for any inconvenience, harm or offence caused. The club will keep fans up to date.’
Amid the social media chaos, the Suns had some major player news, with star midfielder Matt Rowell confirming he would remain with the club in 2026.
The former No. 1 draft pick had recently faced scrutiny after it was revealed he had a private meeting with Geelong officials in December.
Collingwood had also been linked to the 23-year-old, but his response when questioned about his future appeared to shut down speculation.
Speaking on Triple M Gold Breakfast, Peter ‘Spida’ Everitt asked him directly, ‘Will you be on the Gold Coast in 2026?’
His answer was simple: ‘Yes.’
While he had yet to officially commit to a new contract, his statement aligned with the club’s expectations that he would remain a Sun for the foreseeable future.
The Gold Coast Suns’ social media ordeal serves as a reminder that no account is completely safe from hackers.
If you’re worried about your own security, watch the video below to learn how to check if your account has been hacked.
With the Suns back in control of their accounts, this social media mishap will surely be remembered as one of the AFL’s strangest online moments.
But was it a disaster or just a bit of unexpected entertainment? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
What started as an ordinary day for one AFL club quickly spiralled into an unusual social media spectacle—one that left fans both amused and bewildered.
What followed was a series of bizarre posts, a cheeky rival intervention, and a scramble to regain control.
The Gold Coast Suns issued an apology after their social media accounts were hacked, leading to a flood of bizarre posts that left fans both entertained and perplexed.
The Queensland-based AFL club confirmed on 20 February that officials had been locked out of their accounts and were working to resolve the situation.
Their official page, which boasts 115,000 followers, was suddenly filled with an array of memes and random videos, including a post featuring penguins from Happy Feet.
Fans immediately recognised something was off, with many joking about the unexpected content appearing in their feeds.
Social media chaos stuns AFL fans. Image source: Facebook
The posts quickly gained traction, with supporters sharing their amusement at the club's unintentional foray into viral content.
Unexpected posts leave AFL fans baffled. Image source: Facebook
Among the reactions was a cheeky comment from their rivals, with the Brisbane Lions writing, ‘Blink twice if you guys need help Gold Coast Suns’.
According to reports, the first rogue posts surfaced on 19 February and remained unresolved the following morning.
The club addressed the situation in a statement, saying: ‘The club is aware of the current issues with its Meta account and is working to rectify the situation.’
‘Please note that any post made at this time is unauthorised and we apologise for any inconvenience, harm or offence caused. The club will keep fans up to date.’
Amid the social media chaos, the Suns had some major player news, with star midfielder Matt Rowell confirming he would remain with the club in 2026.
The former No. 1 draft pick had recently faced scrutiny after it was revealed he had a private meeting with Geelong officials in December.
Collingwood had also been linked to the 23-year-old, but his response when questioned about his future appeared to shut down speculation.
Speaking on Triple M Gold Breakfast, Peter ‘Spida’ Everitt asked him directly, ‘Will you be on the Gold Coast in 2026?’
His answer was simple: ‘Yes.’
While he had yet to officially commit to a new contract, his statement aligned with the club’s expectations that he would remain a Sun for the foreseeable future.
The Gold Coast Suns’ social media ordeal serves as a reminder that no account is completely safe from hackers.
If you’re worried about your own security, watch the video below to learn how to check if your account has been hacked.
With the Suns back in control of their accounts, this social media mishap will surely be remembered as one of the AFL’s strangest online moments.
But was it a disaster or just a bit of unexpected entertainment? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
