Broncos coach Wayne Bennett has released a statement to confirm he has split from his wife Trish.
The statement comes after speculation a major story about an NRL coach was to be reported in Sunday newspapers.
"As an NRL head coach and thereby a public figure I today inform you about a personal matter and the fact I have separated from my wife and the family home some time ago," Bennett said on Saturday morning.
"I will continue to appear publicly in my role at the Brisbane Broncos but at the same time ask that you respect my personal privacy and that of my family."
