Collingwood vs Hawthorn - AFL Round 8 Result
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One of the most memorable draws in recent AFL history. Both sides traded blows across four quarters in a MCG blockbuster that ended all square.
Match Analysis
Collingwood and Hawthorn produced a remarkable draw at the MCG on Thursday night, finishing locked at 93 points apiece in what was one of the competition's best games of 2026. The Magpies entered the match off the back of their dominant Anzac Day victory over Essendon while Hawthorn came in riding a league-high six-game winning streak.
Hawthorn were heavy favourites heading in, with analysts giving them a 75% chance of winning based on their blistering recent form. The Hawks had crushed Gold Coast by 49 points the week before and appeared to have superior firepower across the ground. Collingwood, however, refused to capitulate - with Darcy Moore's return from injury giving their backline added composure.
The game was decided on the finest of margins. Both sides had opportunities to win in the dying stages but neither could convert, leaving the MCG crowd on their feet for a finish that will be talked about for years. The result leaves Hawthorn's winning streak at six games (with one draw) and Collingwood in a similar position - competitive but yet to truly cement their place as a contender.
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Result: COLL 93, HAW 93
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