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Lions expect Lachie Neale to face Grand Final suspension

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 4:24 AM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Lions expect Lachie Neale to face Grand Final suspension
Summary

Brisbane Lions anticipate that midfielder Lachie Neale will receive a one-match suspension, potentially ruling him out of the 2026 Grand Final. This follows an off-the-ball strike incident during Saturday’s preliminary final against Hawthorn. The Match Review Officer's findings will be announced on Sunday evening. If the Lions challenge the ban at the Tribunal and fail, it could mark Neale’s last game for Brisbane, as he is expected to join Collingwood in the off-season.

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  • •Lachie Neale faces a one-match ban after an incident in the preliminary final.
  • •The suspension could prevent him from playing in the Grand Final on Saturday.
  • •Neale is expected to move to Collingwood following this season.
  • •The Match Review Officer's announcement is pending for Sunday evening.
  • •The Lions can challenge the suspension at the Tribunal this week.
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  • 4:24 AMAFL — Lions bracing for star midfielder to cop Grand Final ban
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Lachie Neale is set to be offered a one-match ban on Sunday

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