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The upcoming clash between the Hawthorn Hawks and the Collingwood Magpies promises to be a thrilling contest as both teams arrive in solid form for this August 15, 2026 showdown. The Hawks, playing on their home turf, have secured victory in 4 of their last 5 matches, showcasing an impressive attacking strategy and strong defensive organization. Their recent performances highlight a potent offense, combined with disciplined play, which has allowed them to dominate at crucial moments.
Conversely, the Collingwood Magpies also boast a commendable record, winning 4 of their last 5 encounters. The Magpies have displayed resilience and adaptability, often capitalizing on opponent weaknesses. Their tactical versatility allows them to shift their play style, keeping the opposition on guard.
Bookmakers currently favor Hawthorn with odds of 1.36 for a home win compared to 3.2 for Collingwood. Our model predicts a 73.3% chance of a Hawks victory, indicating a strong home advantage. However, with both teams in winning form, the match could swing either way. Fans can expect a closely contested battle that may hinge on execution in key moments. As always in sport, no outcome is guaranteed.
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| Hawthorn 66.1% |
Draw 2.7% |
Collingwood 31.1% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
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1.40 | 100.00 | 2.80 | |
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1.34 | 3 |
Latest Results
| 07.08.26 Brisbane Lions – Hawthorn Hawks – 125:58 31.07.26 Hawthorn Hawks – North Melbourne Kangaroos – 99:83 25.07.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Essendon Bombers – 132:39 18.07.26 Richmond Tigers – Hawthorn Hawks – 52:122 11.07.26 Carlton Blues – Hawthorn Hawks – 39:103 |
30.07.26 Collingwood Magpies – Geelong Cats – 72:97 23.07.26 Adelaide Crows – Collingwood Magpies – 74:108 18.07.26 Collingwood Magpies – Carlton Blues – 90:69 10.07.26 Collingwood Magpies – North Melbourne Kangaroos – 89:85 04.07.26 Gold Coast Suns – Collingwood Magpies – 98:104 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 30.04.26 Collingwood Magpies – Hawthorn Hawks – 93:93 07.08.25 Hawthorn Hawks – Collingwood Magpies – 110:46 30.05.25 Collingwood Magpies – Hawthorn Hawks – 107:56 20.07.24 Hawthorn Hawks – Collingwood Magpies – 133:67 07.04.24 Collingwood Magpies – Hawthorn Hawks – 77:72 |
Standings
2026
| Pl | W | D | L | %% | Pts | |||
| 1 | Fremantle Dockers | 21 | 18 | 0 | 3 | 2092:1459 | 143.39 | 72 |
| 2 | Sydney Swans | 21 | 16 | 0 | 5 | 2308:1723 | 133.95 | 64 |
| 3 | Hawthorn Hawks | 21 | 14 | 1 | 6 | 2061:1744 | 118.18 | 58 |
| 4 | Brisbane Lions | 21 | 14 | 0 | 7 | 2245:1905 | 117.85 | 56 |
| 5 | Adelaide Crows | 21 | 14 | 0 | 7 | 1924:1636 | 117.60 | 56 |
| 6 | Melbourne Demons | 21 | 14 | 0 | 7 | 2082:1935 | 107.60 | 56 |
| 7 | Geelong Cats | 21 | 13 | 0 | 8 | 2097:1739 | 120.59 | 52 |
| 8 | Western Bulldogs | 21 | 12 | 0 | 9 | 1711:1823 | 93.86 | 48 |
| 9 | Collingwood Magpies | 20 | 11 | 1 | 8 | 1716:1625 | 105.60 | 46 |
| 10 | Carlton Blues | 20 | 10 | 0 | 10 | 1700:1752 | 97.03 | 40 |
| 11 | St Kilda Saints | 20 | 9 | 0 | 11 | 1794:1720 | 104.30 | 36 |
| 12 | GWS Giants | 20 | 9 | 0 | 11 | 1784:1802 | 99.00 | 36 |
| 13 | North Melbourne | 21 | 9 | 0 | 12 | 1752:1927 | 90.92 | 36 |
| 14 | Gold Coast Suns | 20 | 7 | 0 | 13 | 1776:1876 | 94.67 | 28 |
| 15 | Port Adelaide Power | 21 | 6 | 0 | 15 | 1643:1821 | 90.23 | 24 |
| 16 | West Coast Eagles | 20 | 4 | 0 | 16 | 1415:1998 | 70.82 | 16 |
| 17 | Richmond Tigers | 21 | 3 | 0 | 18 | 1362:2146 | 63.47 | 12 |
| 18 | Essendon Bombers | 21 | 2 | 0 | 19 | 1430:2261 | 63.25 | 8 |
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