‘They were saying it’: Lions’ in-game finals sledge revealed; who Roos want as coach — AFL Daily
The North Melbourne Football Club is reportedly focusing on hiring an untried coach to replace the recently sacked Alastair Clarkson. Meanwhile, a Sydney Swans player has commented on an on-field sledge from their recent qualifying final opponents.
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AFL ‘They were saying it’: Lions’ in-game finals sledge revealed; who Roos want as coach — AFL Daily Papley: "System doesn't rely on talent!" | 08:43 Fox Footy from Fox Sports September 6th, 2026 3:22 pm The first hint in where North Melbourne will look with their replacement of Alastair Clarkson has been reported.
Plus, a red-hot Swans star has revealed the on-field chat from their qualifying final opponents that aged poorly. Read below in AFL Daily!
‘STRONG FOCUS’: FIRST HINT OF ROOS’ HUNT FOR NEW SENIOR COACH
Initial reports have begun on where North Melbourne could first look in their hunt to replace Alastair Clarkson at the helm, just days after his shock sacking.
Four seasons on from his appointment at Arden Street, the four-time Hawthorn premiership coach was relieved of his senior duties — despite leading the Kangaroos to their best year on-field since 2019.
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