Lachie Neale resigns as Brisbane Lions co-captain

Dual Brisbane Lions premiership co-captain Lachie Neale has stepped down from his leadership role, as announced to players after leading the team to back-to-back championships. This decision follows reports of personal challenges, including a marriage breakdown. With Neale’s departure, the Lions must decide whether to continue with sole captain Harris Andrews or appoint a new co-captain, with vice-captains Josh Dunkley and Hugh McCluggage as potential candidates. Neale is set to become a free agent at the end of the 2026 season.

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