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On May 21, 2026, the Hawthorn Hawks will host the Adelaide Crows in an intriguing AFL clash at the Hawks’ home ground. Both teams have demonstrated strong recent form, with Hawthorn securing three victories from their last five matches, while the Crows have excelled, winning four out of five. This sets the stage for an intense encounter as both teams vie for valuable points in the season.
The Hawks will look to leverage their home-ground advantage, known for their fast-paced style and effective ball movement. Their recent upturn in form suggests a tactical improvement, characterized by a strong forward line and solid defense. However, they will face stiff competition against the Crows, who have displayed resilience and attacking flair, making them a formidable opponent. The Crows’ recent successes have been underpinned by their ability to control midfield contests and capitalize on scoring opportunities.
Bookmakers have assigned odds of 1.28 for the Hawks to secure a home win, while the Crows are at 3.75 as the away underdogs. As both teams hold distinct strengths, the match promises to be fiercely contested, leaving the outcome uncertain and providing potential betting intrigue for enthusiasts.
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| Hawthorn 72.9% |
Adelaide 27.1% |
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Betting Odds
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1.3 | 3.2 |
Latest Results
| 07.05.26 Fremantle Dockers – Hawthorn Hawks – 88:73 30.04.26 Collingwood Magpies – Hawthorn Hawks – 93:93 24.04.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Gold Coast Suns – 112:63 18.04.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Port Adelaide Power – 89:86 11.04.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Western Bulldogs – 104:64 |
10.05.26 Richmond Tigers – Adelaide Crows – 61:98 01.05.26 Adelaide Crows – Port Adelaide Power – 76:75 26.04.26 Brisbane Lions – Adelaide Crows – 127:75 18.04.26 Adelaide Crows – St Kilda Saints – 103:102 09.04.26 Adelaide Crows – Carlton Blues – 114:86 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 12.09.25 Adelaide Crows – Hawthorn Hawks – 67:101 01.08.25 Adelaide Crows – Hawthorn Hawks – 101:87 13.06.25 Hawthorn Hawks – Adelaide Crows – 47:44 28.07.24 Adelaide Crows – Hawthorn Hawks – 58:124 31.05.24 Hawthorn Hawks – Adelaide Crows – 107:80 |
Standings
2026
| Pl | W | D | L | %% | Pts | |||
| 1 | Sydney Swans | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1050:668 | 157.19 | 32 |
| 2 | Fremantle Dockers | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 846:643 | 131.57 | 32 |
| 3 | Geelong Cats | 10 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 1030:834 | 123.50 | 28 |
| 4 | Hawthorn Hawks | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 902:772 | 116.84 | 26 |
| 5 | Gold Coast Suns | 9 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 895:755 | 118.54 | 24 |
| 6 | Brisbane Lions | 10 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 1038:890 | 116.63 | 24 |
| 7 | Melbourne Demons | 9 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 910:876 | 103.88 | 24 |
| 8 | Adelaide Crows | 9 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 783:770 | 101.69 | 20 |
| 9 | Western Bulldogs | 9 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 794:859 | 92.43 | 20 |
| 10 | Collingwood Magpies | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 734:735 | 99.86 | 18 |
| 11 | St Kilda Saints | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 825:755 | 109.27 | 16 |
| 12 | North Melbourne | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 861:825 | 104.36 | 16 |
| 13 | GWS Giants | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 771:846 | 91.13 | 16 |
| 14 | Port Adelaide Power | 9 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 775:708 | 109.46 | 12 |
| 15 | West Coast Eagles | 9 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 624:1038 | 60.12 | 8 |
| 16 | Carlton Blues | 9 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 723:912 | 79.28 | 4 |
| 17 | Essendon Bombers | 9 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 738:1028 | 71.79 | 4 |
| 18 | Richmond Tigers | 9 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 584:969 | 60.27 | 4 |
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