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Fremantle coach Ross Lyon says his team have no choice but to fight on after rising star Alex Pearce was the latest player to be cut down by injury.
www.sbs.com.auHere’s what I found about Alex Pearce right now.
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Alex Pearce is a Fremantle Dockers defender and former captain, with a history of injuries affecting his playing time in recent seasons. Recent reports mention him being sidelined for periods due to knee/leg injuries and undergoing surgery, with updates on his rehabilitation timeline and potential return to training or competition.[1][2][4][9]
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In late 2025 and into 2026 there were public-facing updates from the club and media about his readiness to return, discussions about his leadership role, and expectations around his season participation, though exact status can fluctuate with medical progress.[3][4]
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There are also broader pieces that place Pearce in the context of the Fremantle Dockers’ season plans, including comments from coaches about his potential return and his role within the squad upon recovery.[2][4]
If you’d like, I can drill down to the most recent definitive update (date, current status, expected return window) and summarize it with direct quotes. I can also pull together a brief timeline of his injury history and comebacks for quick reference. Would you like me to do that?