Brisbane Lions appeal Lachie Neale's suspension ahead of AFL Grand Final
Quick Look
The Brisbane Lions have appealed Lachie Neale's one-match suspension, giving the midfielder a final chance to play in Saturday's AFL Grand Final against Fremantle at the MCG as they chase a third consecutive premiership.
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Why It Matters
Lachie Neale received a one-match suspension from a tribunal hearing the previous night, which would have ruled him out of the AFL Grand Final.
Lachie Neale has one last hope of playing in the grand final after the Brisbane Lions chose to appeal his one-match suspension.
An appeals board hearing is the final avenue available for Neale, who unsuccessfully challenged the ban at a tribunal hearing last night.
The Lions announced this afternoon they would appeal the tribunal's decision.
They face Fremantle in Saturday's grand final at the MCG, chasing a third successive premiership.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
The appeals board will hear the Brisbane Lions' challenge to Lachie Neale's suspension before the Grand Final.
Likely · Within days
Open Questions
- What specific incident led to Neale's suspension?
- What are the grounds for the Lions' appeal?
- When will the appeals board hearing take place?