Swans win by 53 but lose skipper to suspected ACL injury

Swans captain Callum Mills' right knee collapsed in the first quarter. Coach Dean Cox expects serious damage, possibly a torn ACL.

Why it mattersLosing their captain to a serious knee injury weakens Sydney when they need full strength for the finals.

AustraliaSwans fans face the prospect of losing their skipper for the remainder of the 2026 AFL finals series if the injury is as severe as feared.

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Mills tears ACL; Swans race to name finals captain

Callum Mills ruptured his ACL in the qualifying final and faces 6-12 months recovery; Sydney must name a new captain.

Why it mattersSydney must navigate a finals run without its captain during a season marred by off-field scandal, forcing a hastily-chosen replacement into the role.