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Brisbane's Matt Green suspended from bench duties after sideline incident

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 7:00 PM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Brisbane's Matt Green suspended from bench duties after sideline incident
Summary

Brisbane AFLW high-performance manager Matt Green has received a one-match boundary-line ban following a incident during the team's recent loss to Sydney. The AFL confirmed a complaint regarding Green's 'conduct unbecoming,' reportedly concerning overheard comments not directed at any individual. Consequently, Green was unable to fulfill his bench duties during the recent QClash against Gold Coast, with assistant coach Phil Lovett stepping in. Green, who oversees the Lions' AFLW fitness program, has apologized to the AFL and the Sydney Swans for his comments. Brisbane continues to struggle this season, sitting 14th on the ladder with only two wins from eight matches.

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  • •Matt Green banned for one match after incident during Sydney game.
  • •Green's comments were reportedly overheard but not aimed at anyone.
  • •He operated from the coaches' box for the QClash against Gold Coast.
  • •Brisbane has won only two of eight matches this season.
  • •The club contends with significant injury challenges and coaching changes.
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  • 7:00 PMAFL — Lions official cops ban from bench duties after sideline incident
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Brisbane AFLW high-performance manager Matt Green was in hot water over an incident during the loss to Sydney

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