BREAKING NEWS: Disappointment Hit Greats Victoria Park as Collingwood head coach Craig McRae officially announces His resignation letter with a shocking announcement concerning….see more

BREAKING NEWS: Disappointment Hits Victoria Park as Collingwood Head Coach Craig McRae Announces His Resignation With a Shocking Revelation

seeA wave of shock and disbelief swept across Victoria Park this morning as Collingwood Football Club head coach Craig McRae tendered his official resignation, accompanied by an unexpected and emotional announcement that left players, staff, and fans stunned.

McRae, who has been widely praised for his leadership, premiership success, and steadying influence at the club, delivered the news during an emergency meeting held at the club’s headquarters. While early rumours speculated about internal tensions or health concerns, his actual announcement painted a far more personal picture.

“It’s time for me to take a step back.”

In a heartfelt statement, McRae addressed his players and the media with visible emotion.

“This has been the most rewarding chapter of my career,” he said. “But it’s time for me to take a step back and focus on something that demands my full attention. This decision wasn’t easy, but it’s the right one for me and for the club.”

Though he refrained from sharing full details, McRae revealed that his resignation was driven by a deeply personal matter that had been weighing on him “for some time.” Sources close to the club indicated that McRae had been juggling increasing responsibilities off the field, prompting him to reassess his long-term commitments.

Players and Fans React With Shock

The reaction across the Collingwood community was immediate.

Senior players were reportedly “blindsided,” with several seen consoling each other after the announcement. Captain Darcy Moore, who has been one of McRae’s strongest supporters, described the moment as “a gut punch we didn’t see coming.”

Fans quickly flooded social media with messages of support, gratitude, and sorrow. Many credited McRae’s leadership with restoring belief and unity within the club, calling his departure “the end of an era.”

The Club’s Next Steps

Collingwood’s board confirmed that an interim coach will be appointed within the week, but insisted that McRae’s legacy would remain a guiding force.

Club president remarks included:

“Craig leaves on his own terms, and with our utmost respect. He transformed this club. We will take the time needed to find the right successor.”

A Legacy Secure, A Future Uncertain

While the football world processes the news, one thing is clear: Craig McRae’s unexpected resignation marks a significant turning point for Collingwood. His departure raises pressing questions about the club’s immediate trajectory — and about the personal challenge he hinted at but chose not to fully disclose.

For now, the Collingwood community can only wait, support, and hope that whatever lies ahead for McRae brings him peace and clarity.