AFL player Lachie Neale has been seen with a new girlfriend, Emma Field, seven months after his marriage to Jules Neale ended. Photos emerged recently of the pair arriving at Brisbane Airport after a trip to Melbourne, where Field had reportedly been seen cheering Neale at games and where he was given a tour of Collingwood's training facilities.
Jules Neale is reportedly aware of the new relationship and is focused on her life in Perth with their children, Piper and Freddie. She recently purchased a new home in Perth after the family's Brisbane home was sold. Neale has stated that long-distance co-parenting has been challenging but manageable due to his ex-wife's flexibility in allowing him to visit their children.
Field, 29, works in advertising on the Gold Coast and has a significant social media following, often posting curated lifestyle content and bikini photos. Sources indicate that 'Married At First Sight' casting producers had previously shown interest in Field for the reality show, drawn to her appearance and online persona.
Neale, 33, left the Brisbane Lions at the end of the AFL season, and his future playing location is currently undecided. The club's coach, Chris Fagan, has previously stated that the Lions would not prevent Neale from seeking a fresh start elsewhere, potentially opening the door for a return to Melbourne.
Field previously ran a mobile beauty business with her sister in regional Victoria. Images from around 2017 show a significantly different appearance compared to her current social media presence. She also has multiple tattoos, including a dragon design on her spine, features that have been noted by 'Married At First Sight' casting in the past.