Overview

• Sydney confirmed the appointment on Friday, bringing in the former Melbourne coach six weeks after his sacking in August.
• Goodwin will work alongside Dean Cox with a brief to grow the coaching group and elevate player performance, Leon Cameron said.
• The 48-year-old said he was thrilled to join a club known for sustained success and for taking care of its people.
• West Coast and GWS had shown interest before the decision, with reports noting his wife's work in Sydney as a factor.
• Melbourne has appointed Geelong assistant Steven King as senior coach following Goodwin’s nine-season tenure that delivered the 2021 premiership.