Essendon Bombers vs Hawthorn Hawks predictions, Mar 13, 2026

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Essendon Bombers

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### Match Preview: Essendon Bombers vs. Hawthorn Hawks

As the Essendon Bombers prepare to host the Hawthorn Hawks on March 13, 2026, both teams look to kickstart their seasons after a challenging start, each coming off recent performances that have yet to yield victories. The pressures of an early season often reveal tactical nuances that can shape a team’s trajectory, and this matchup presents a compelling opportunity for both sides to showcase their strengths.

Historically, Essendon has been known for its aggressive attacking style, focusing on ball movement and strong forward 50 entries. On the other hand, Hawthorn, recognized for its disciplined defensive structure and strategic ball use, will aim to neutralize the Bombers’ offensive threats while creating scoring opportunities through fast transition play.

Bookmakers have set the odds at 4 for the home team and 1.25 for the away team, reflecting Hawthorn’s slight edge in pre-match expectations based on past performances. However, with both teams entering the contest winless, it’s difficult to predict the outcome. Fans can anticipate a competitive clash, with both sides eager to secure their first points of the season and boost morale moving forward.

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Essendon
23.8%
Hawthorn
76.2%

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Latest Results

27.08.25 Gold Coast Suns – Essendon Bombers – 153:58
21.08.25 Essendon Bombers – Carlton Blues – 56:90
15.08.25 Essendon Bombers – St Kilda Saints – 75:77
08.08.25 Geelong Cats – Essendon Bombers – 109:65
02.08.25 Sydney Swans – Essendon Bombers – 68:54
19.09.25 Geelong Cats – Hawthorn Hawks – 115:85
12.09.25 Adelaide Crows – Hawthorn Hawks – 67:101
06.09.25 Greater Western Sydney Giants – Hawthorn Hawks – 88:107
24.08.25 Brisbane Lions – Hawthorn Hawks – 89:79
16.08.25 Hawthorn Hawks – Melbourne Demons – 92:56

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Essendon won 4.
  • In this match, Hawthorn is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 17 head-to-head matches, Essendon won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 1440:1515. (average 84.7:89.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Essendon won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 879:974. (average 79.9:88.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    14.03.25 Hawthorn Hawks – Essendon Bombers – 111:85
    15.03.24 Essendon Bombers – Hawthorn Hawks – 107:83
    19.03.23 Hawthorn Hawks – Essendon Bombers – 65:124
    07.05.22 Essendon Bombers – Hawthorn Hawks – 108:81
    20.06.21 Hawthorn Hawks – Essendon Bombers – 73:86

    Standings

    2026

    Pl W D L %% Pts
    1 Sydney Swans 1 1 0 0 132:69 191.30 4
    2 Gold Coast Suns 1 1 0 0 125:69 181.16 4
    3 Geelong Cats 1 0 0 1 69:125 55.20 0
    4 Carlton Blues 1 0 0 1 69:132 52.27 0
    5 Adelaide Crows 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    6 Brisbane Lions 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    7 Collingwood Magpies 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    8 Essendon Bombers 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    9 Fremantle Dockers 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    10 Hawthorn Hawks 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    11 Melbourne Demons 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    12 North Melbourne 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    13 Port Adelaide Power 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    14 Richmond Tigers 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    15 St Kilda Saints 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    16 West Coast Eagles 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    17 Western Bulldogs 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    18 GWS Giants 0 0 0 0 0:0 0

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