Hird’s marathon Bombers pitch; Lions GM’s key hint on ‘pretty keen’ star - AFL Daily
Essendon Football Club is currently interviewing candidates for their 2027 senior coaching position, with club legend James Hird among the final four contenders. The club expects to make a final decision on the appointment within the next week.
Why it matters
The appointment of a high-profile coach like James Hird is a significant event for the AFL, impacting the future direction and performance of a major sporting club.
NEWS Hird’s marathon Bombers pitch; Lions GM’s key hint on ‘pretty keen’ star - AFL Daily 'Remember our players are human' | 07:24 Tim Miller from Fox Sports August 8th, 2026 6:41 am James Hird has done all he can to convince Essendon’s coaching selection panel that he is the right man for the job.
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‘STILL IN THE RACE’: HIRD’S LAST PITCH FOR BOMBERS JOB
James Hird has made his case to be Essendon’s senior coach for 2027 in a marathon interview with the club’s selection panel.
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