Melbourne, VIC — In a game that few saw coming, the Hawthorn Hawks delivered a stunning blow to the Collingwood Magpies at the MCG, pulling off a gritty and disciplined performance that left fans in disbelief.
The Magpies, widely tipped to dominate, were outworked and outplayed for much of the match. Despite a late surge, Collingwood couldn’t close the gap as Hawthorn held strong, showcasing a level of control and intensity that kept their opponents on the back foot.
Hawks coach Sam Mitchell praised his side’s resilience: “We stuck to the plan, trusted each other, and didn’t let up. This one means a lot.”
For Collingwood, questions now swirl about form, focus, and finals momentum. The Pies will need to regroup fast as the road to September only gets tougher.
