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Geelong’s Gary Rohan offered two-match ban, AFL admits umpiring error
Geelong forward Gary Rohan is facing a two-match suspension for striking Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale during the Cats’ controversial one-point win over Brisbane.
Key points:
- Rohan was cited for the incident, which occurred in the opening quarter
- Cats coach Chris Scott was involved in an argument with Neale during quarter-time
- The AFL admitted to an umpiring error when Zac Bailey was not awarded a free kick in the dying stages of the match
The incident occurred behind play during the opening term of Friday night’s drama-filled match at Kardinia Park, and was part of the build-up to a heated exchange between Cats coach Chris Scott and Lions players at quarter-time.
Rohan’s strike was assessed by the AFL match review officer as intentional…
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