6 September 2026
Tom Papley says he is ‘shattered’ for injured skipper Callum Mills after Sydney’s win over Brisbane

Tom Papley said he was “shattered” for injured skipper Callum Mills after Sydney’s win over Brisbane. Papley offered the tribute in the wake of the match, singling out Mills’ leadership and commitment. "He puts this club on his back and wears his heart on his sleeve," Papley said. The remarks were reported by 7NEWS Sport. Papley’s public show of support underlined the high regard in which he holds Mills and reflected concern for the captain following the injury sustained during the game.
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Papley’s public praise for Mills highlights the skipper’s leadership role and may reassure supporters that the playing group values and rallies around its captain.
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