Lions AFL coach Chris Fagan vindicated with Lachie Neale sub call in win over Cats

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan admits he took a punt by naming Lachie Neale as the sub ahead of their stunning win over Geelong in Saturday’s grand final.

Neale thought his season was over after injuring his calf in the Lions’ qualifying final loss to the Cats earlier this month.

But 22 days…