AdminETERNAL TRIBUTE! Collingwood FC Unveil Official Plans for Bronze Statue Honoring Nathan Buckley… read more details in 👇👇👇
Melbourne, VIC – August 5, 2025*In a moment that brought pride, emotion, and reflection to the Collingwood faithful, Collingwood Football Club has officially announced plans to erect a bronze statue of club legend Nathan Buckley outside the AIA Centre, immortalizing one of the most influential figures in the club’s storied history.Club President Jeff Browne delivered the news at a packed press conference this morning, calling the tribute “long overdue” and “more than just a statue.”> “It’s a symbol of what Nathan Buckley means to the Collingwood Football Club,” Browne said. “A leader, a warrior, and a Magpie through and through. His influence shaped a generation of players and inspired millions of fans.”The statue, set to be unveiled in early 2026, will feature Buckley in his iconic playing pose — fist clenched, eyes steeled, the embodiment of leadership and relentless pursuit of excellence. Designed by acclaimed sculptor Lis Johnson, the artwork will stand as a permanent reminder of Buckley’s impact — both as a player and a coach.Buckley played 280 games for Collingwood from 1994 to 2007, earning a Brownlow Medal, six Copeland Trophies, and an enduring legacy of loyalty and determination. He later coached the club from 2012 to 2021, leading them to a memorable Grand Final appearance in 2018.The announcement has stirred a wave of celebration among Collingwood supporters, with tributes flooding social media under hashtags like #BuckleyStatue and #MagpieLegend.Nathan Buckley, in a brief statement, expressed his deep gratitude:> “I never played or coached for recognition, but to be honored in this way by the club I love is incredibly humbling. I’m forever a Magpie.”The club has confirmed that fans will be involved in the final stages of the statue’s design, with an online campaign launching soon to gather public input on Buckley’s most iconic moments.For Collingwood, this is more than a tribute — it’s a lasting legacy etched in bronze.
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