Live: AFL boss takes questions on Sydney Swans scandal
AFL boss Andrew Dillon will front the press over the league's handling of the Sydney Swans scandal in Melbourne.
AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon is set to address questions at a press conference ahead of the finals series, with a focus on the Sydney Swans scandal. Dillon is expected to be questioned about the AFL's handling of the situation, as well as allegations of drug use by the players. While the matter remains under police investigation, Dillon acknowledged that the AFL will not conduct its own inquiries until after the police investigation is concluded.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has criticized the AFL for its response to the scandal, stating that the initial reaction was unacceptable and not adequately focused on the safety of women. The allegations involve five Sydney Swans players who have been stood down for breaching the club's standards on drinking and staying out late.
Police from Victoria's sexual crimes squad are separately investigating a report of sexual assault, which centers on an allegation of a player touching a woman without her consent.
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