James Hird has given a fresh update on Essendon that left the football world saddened. The information revealed brought a wave of sadness across the AFL community.

The former Bombers coach opened up about a private matter. The personal news prompted sympathy from AFL fans.

The update arrives in the wake of a leaking episode. Columnist Caroline Wilson criticised Hird and Eddie McGuire over what she called a conspiracy.

Hird was said to have talked about a meeting that may close the chapter on the coaching drama. The meeting was mentioned with no further details in the reports.

Together, the personal reveal and the meeting talk are generating plenty of conversation.