The Brisbane Lions expect to have premiership duo Lachie Neale and Jarrod Berry available for next Friday night’s Qualifying Final against Geelong at the MCG.
Berry missed Sunday night’s Round 24 win over Hawthorn with a dislocated shoulder he sustained against Fremantle, though was passed fit to play if required.
While Neale has overcome a quad strain which has sidelined him for the past three matches.
Senior coach Chris Fagan confirmed to media in Sunday night’s post-match press conference that both players would be available to play in week one of the finals.
Eric Hipwood continues his recovery for a calf strain he suffered in the Round 23 win over Fremantle, with the key forward likely to remain out for two to three weeks.
The Lions will also have utility Conor McKenna (hamstring) available for selection for this weekend’s VFL Elimination Final and next week’s AFL Qualifying Final.
Injury List
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| Player | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
12. Tom Doedee |
Knee and Wrist | 1 Week |
|
6. Hugh McCluggage |
Calf | 1-2 Weeks |
|
19. Luke Lloyd |
Ankle | 1-2 Weeks |
|
24. Koby Evans |
Ankle | 3-4 Weeks |
|
25. Henry Smith |
Foot | 4 Weeks |
|
26. Conor McKenna |
Hamstring | 4-6 Weeks |
|
30. Eric Hipwood |
Knee | Mid-Season |
|
37. Cody Curtin |
Chest | TBC |
|
39. Ben Murphy |
Chest | TBC |
|
40. Jack Payne |
Knee | TBC |
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