Lions coach admits grand final game could be his last

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Lions coach admits grand final game could be his last. (2026, September 25). The Sydney Morning Herald. https://www.smh.com.au/sport/afl/lions-coach-admits-grand-final-game-could-be-his-last-20260925-p610hs.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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On October 15, the coach of the Australian Rules football team Western Sydney Wanderers, who qualified for the grand final but play as the Western Bulldogs in the AFL (Australian Football League), admitted that his tenure might end after their crucial match. The coach made these comments during a press conference ahead of the game, hinting at the high stakes involved not just for the team's performance but also for his future with the organization. However, no specific reasons or details about why this final game could be pivotal were disclosed to the public.

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