West Australian football legend Bryan Cousins has shared the emotional news that he has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND).Speaking at Swan Districts Football Club in a one-on-one interview hosted by Professor Bruce Robinson, Cousins was visibly emotional as he opened up about his condition in front of family, friends, and supporters.

He described how early symptoms were noticed during a run along the beach, leading him to consult a neurologist and ultimately receive the diagnosis he had feared.

Cousins reflected on the impact this would have on his family, particularly his children and grandchildren, recalling a touching moment with his granddaughter about the future.

Drawing inspiration from the late Neale Daniher, who also battled MND and raised substantial funds for research, Cousins emphasised his determination to continue fighting the disease and support ongoing efforts to find a cure.

Throughout the interview, he spoke candidly about the progressive nature of MND and the small daily challenges it presents, but remained optimistic about medical advances.

The 72-year-old football great highlighted the importance of courage, resilience, and family support as he confronts this difficult chapter of his life.