St Kilda coach Ross Lyon targets AFL wildcard spot

St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has stated that the current season will only be considered a success if the team secures a spot in the AFL wildcard round. Currently sitting at 9-12, the Saints face a difficult path to the top 10, requiring wins in their final two matches against Richmond and Gold Coast, while also needing Carlton to lose their remaining games.

The team's pursuit of the finals is complicated by significant injuries, including a season-ending hamstring injury to star midfielder Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera and a calf strain to Mason Wood. Lyon has taken full responsibility for the team's inconsistent form and poor movement out of the defensive half, noting that the club must improve to meet its goals.