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Dean Solomon departs Essendon after one year as interim coach

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 12:30 AM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Dean Solomon departs Essendon after one year as interim coach
Summary

Dean Solomon has decided to leave his position as interim coach of Essendon after an eventful 2026 season. Solomon took over as caretaker coach following the dismissal of Brad Scott and faced challenges throughout the season, with the Bombers winning only one of their final 12 matches. He had been offered multiple roles to remain with the club under newly appointed senior coach Mark McVeigh, but ultimately chose to return to his family in New South Wales. Solomon previously played for Essendon before joining the coaching staff.

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  • •Solomon leaves after a challenging interim season with Essendon.
  • •The Bombers won just one of their last 12 games in 2026.
  • •Solomon aimed to be closer to his family in Kingscliff, NSW.
  • •Mark McVeigh, the new head coach, wanted to retain Solomon.
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  • 12:30 AMAFL — Interim coach Solomon to depart Bombers after tumultuous season
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Former flag hero opts to return to NSW instead of remaining under new coach Mark McVeigh

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