Brisbane Roar Football Club is aware of comments made by the Central Coast Mariners’ interim head coach following last night’s match which publicly insinuated serious misconduct by the Club and its staff.
Those comments were inappropriate, irresponsible, and unsupported by any facts.
At no time did Brisbane Roar Football Club, its officials, or its coaching staff engage in conduct that brought the game into disrepute. Any suggestion otherwise is categorically rejected.
The public reference to police involvement was also misleading. Police were already present at the venue as part of routine match‑day operations, and no conduct by Brisbane Roar Football Club or its personnel required police intervention.
Senior figures within the game have a responsibility to ensure that public commentary is accurate, fair, and does not make or imply serious allegations without foundation. That standard was not met on this occasion.
Given the seriousness of the insinuations made and the reputational harm caused to the Club, Brisbane Roar Football Club is seeking legal advice in relation to the comments made by the opposing interim head coach, and is considering all available options.
No further comment will be made at this time.