‘One of the hardest things I’ve done’: Three-time premiership coach Chris Fagan retires a Lions legend

The Sydney Morning Herald - Oct 1, 2026

Triple-premiership coach Chris Fagan says he has given it his all but has decided now is the right time to retire as coach of the Brisbane Lions, just days after leading the club to a historic third flag on Saturday.

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