‘Not a day for anyone to celebrate’: AFL leaves door ajar for further penalties to players

The Sydney Morning Herald - Nov 13, 2026

While the AFL has endorsed the significant sanctions already imposed by the Swans, the league has stopped short of declaring the matter closed.

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