Neale's dad wants Lions to appeal grand final ban but says son is 'in two minds'

Lachie Neale's father, Robbie, has expressed his desire for the Brisbane Lions to appeal his son's one-game suspension from the AFL grand final, while acknowledging that his son may be torn between the decision. Robbie Neale stated that Lachie would not want to be a distraction for the team during the crucial week leading up to the high-stakes match.

The club has the option to take the tribunal's decision to the appeals board in an attempt to overturn the ban and allow Neale to play in the grand final as the Lions pursue their third consecutive premiership. Robbie Neale, speaking to ABC Radio Adelaide, emphasized that Lachie would be in two minds about the appeal, hoping he would receive the right advice.

The former captain, a two-time Brownlow medallist, has faced numerous headlines this year, including his departure from Brisbane and his reported move to Collingwood. Despite these challenges, Robbie expressed his belief in Lachie's ability to focus on his job and the possibility of creating history with the Lions this year.