From the start they were based at grounds in the Brisbane suburb of Darra and then moved to Pine Road, Richlands, where they play today.

Notable players around this time include, Bob Latchford (1981, from Everton ), Col Bennet, Jim Hermiston, Ron Millman, Nigel Lowndes, Steve Jackson, Danny Wright, Steven Hogg, Alan Niven, Russell Stewart.

Subsequent changes to the ownership structure of the Roar allowed the Queensland Lions to re-enter the Brisbane competition in Premier Division 1 in 2008.

[6] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.