Carlton Unanimously Endorses Coach Voss Into 2026 Season

Carlton Football Club has publicly confirmed that Michael Voss will remain as the senior coach through the 2026 AFL season, following a unanimous recommendation from incoming chief executive Graham Wright to the board. Despite a challenging 2025 season with the Blues finishing 13th and missing finals for the first time since 2022, the club has expressed strong confidence in Voss's leadership and his ability to guide the team forward. Wright and Voss have been engaged in ongoing, transparent discussions about the club's football strategy and performance improvements. Carlton president Rob Priestley emphasized the board's commitment to making calm and informed decisions to evolve the team, highlighting Voss's resilience under pressure and alignment with the club's goals. The club also addressed speculation about player futures and coaching changes, firmly backing Voss to complete his contract. This announcement ends uncertainty about the coaching position and underscores Carlton's dedication to stability and growth despite recent setbacks.