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Carlton players Lachie Cowan and Will Hayward hospitalized after incidents

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 5:05 AM

Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Carlton players Lachie Cowan and Will Hayward hospitalized after incidents

Summary

Carlton Football Club confirmed that Lachie Cowan and Will Hayward were hospitalized on the morning of October 11, 2026. Cowan received medical treatment and underwent observation before being discharged, while Hayward admitted himself for stitches following a minor cut sustained from a fall. The club is prioritizing the wellbeing of both players and has been in regular contact with them about their recovery.

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Key Details

•Lachie Cowan and Will Hayward were hospitalized on October 11, 2026.
•Cowan received treatment and observation before discharge.
•Hayward suffered a minor cut and received stitches.
•The club maintains contact with both players regarding their health.

Latest Updates

5:05 AMThe Guardian Sport — Two Carlton players treated in hospital after needing care for ‘separate circumstances’
4:00 AMAFL — Carlton confirms Blues pair hospitalised after seperate incidents

What they're saying

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Club issues brief statement about Lachie Cowan and Will Hayward, saying latter suffered minor cut to head after a fall Carlton football club has said two of its players, Lachie Cowan and Will Hayward, required treatment in hospital on Sunday morning in “separate circumstances”. The club released a statement on Sunday after reports in several media outlets that unnamed players had been taken to hospital by ambulance after a night out. Guardian Australia contacted Carlton seeking comment on the reports. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Ben Smee