Lions 'praying' Neale gets off but confident they will cope if ban stands
Lachie Neale will face the AFL tribunal in the hope of playing in Saturday's grand final, as his teammates prepare for the worst-case scenario.
Brisbane Lions star Lachie Neale is set to appear before the AFL tribunal on Tuesday evening, where he hopes to have a striking charge against Hawthorn's Jack Ginnivan overturned or downgraded. Neale, a two-time Brownlow medallist and premiership captain, faces a one-match ban if the suspension is upheld. The 33-year-old Lions player and his teammates are confident they can manage the absence, relying on their resilience in the face of adversity.
The Lions will argue for a reduced sanction, citing a clause that allowed Collingwood star Scott Pendlebury to avoid a suspension in March due to his exemplary record. Neale, a four-time All Australian and with no previous tribunal appearances, will be praying for a favorable outcome.
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