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Lachie Neale cleared to play in AFL Grand Final against Fremantle

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 10:58 AM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Lachie Neale cleared to play in AFL Grand Final against Fremantle

Summary

Lachie Neale has been cleared to play in the AFL Grand Final against Fremantle after a successful appeal hearing. Neale's recent Tribunal saga has drawn significant media attention, particularly due to his dramatic off-field experiences throughout the season, including a publicized marriage breakdown. Despite the distractions, he has maintained strong performance levels, anticipated to finish in the top three of the club's best and fairest awards. His ability to separate personal matters from on-field performance will be critical as Brisbane looks to capitalize on Neale's presence in the Grand Final on Saturday.

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By the Numbers

•Lachie Neale cleared to play in the 2026 Grand Final
•Neale's appeal comes after a tumultuous year
•He played a pivotal role in previous Grand Final
•Brisbane aims to leverage Neale's skills against Fremantle
•Final match could mark Neale's departure from the club

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10:58 AMAFL — The 12-month Lachie Neale saga has one final act to come. It could be the most dramatic yet

What they're saying

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From two seperate Grand Final dramas to a very public off-field scandal and a high-profile free agency move, Lachie Neale has dominated headlines for 12 months
— AFL

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