Lachie Neale arrives in Melbourne with a grand final suspension hanging over his head

The Sydney Morning Herald - Sep 23, 2026

Neale, coach Chris Fagan, and the rest of the Lions arrived shortly before 4pm to a sea of people. Neale approached the cameras with his head down and face partially concealed by a yellow cap.

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