Two heavyweights AFL sides Hawthorn Horns (9-8) and Collingwood Magpies (8-7-2) are set to lock horns at the MCG on a blockbuster Saturday evening.
The Hawks were able to come away with a 13-point victory against top-four hopefuls Fremantle last weekend in Launceston with their opponent again having struggles with precision in front of goal.
Collingwood's finals prospects are fading after three consecutive losses to Gold Coast (11 points), Essendon (12 points), and, most recently, Geelong (20 points).
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch Hawthorn vs Collingwood in the AFL, plus plenty more.
Hawthorn vs Collingwood date and start time
| Date | Saturday, July 20, 2024 |
| Start time | 4:35pm AEST/ 4:05pm ACST/ 2:35pm AWST |
| Venue | MCG |
| Location | Yarra Park, Melbourne, Victoria |
How to watch Hawthorn vs Collingwood on TV & stream live online
There are several options to watch the Hawthorn Hawks vs. Collingwood Magpies AFL game in Australia, including Network Seven, Foxtel, Foxtel from Telstra, and Kayo Sports.
The best way to livestream the aforementioned AFL game is through Kayo with a seven-day free trial. It also does not have a lock-in contract or equipment fees, which means you can cancel anytime if you are no longer using it.
All you need to decide is whether you want to pick Kayo One at $25 per month (1 stream and up to HD), or Kayo Basic at $35 per month (2 streams and up to 4K).
What channel is Hawthorn vs Collingwood game on?
The game will not be broadcast live on Channel 7 on free-to-air TV, but will be available to watch on Fox Footy on pay TV. Triple M, ABC and AFL Nation will provide the radio coverage.
Streaming the game with a VPN
- Overview of VPN services that allow access to geo-restricted streams
- How to set up and use a VPN service to stream the match
You can watch the game from wherever you are in the world by using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) service such as NordVPN/ ExpressVPN. A VPN will allow you to create a secure connection online when you are abroad on holiday or for work and you want to stream the game live.
If you are not sure which VPN to use or how to use a VPN, we have taken a look at the best options available out there for watching live sports - check out the best VPN services review here.
Here’s an easy step-by-step guide on how to use a VPN to watch a game when you are overseas:
- Install VPN of your choice - see our reviews here for the best options.
- Select the location you wish to connect to. This is easy - if you are visiting the UK and you wish to continue watching one of your U.S. streaming services, you would select the US.
- Grab the popcorn and get ready to watch!
Hawthorn Hawks team news
Jack Ginnivan has missed the last two games due to a fractured fibula, but he might return against his former team if he completes this week's training.
Massimo D'Ambrosio has been a key part of the Hawks over their winning period but was subbed out in the win in Launceston with an ankle issue. To be picked to play, he must first pass a fitness test.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Rucks | Reeves, Meek, Tucker |
| Defenders | Impey, Sicily, Jiath, Scrimshaw, Hardwick, D'Ambrosio, Weddle, Ryan, McCabe, Serong, Mitchell, MacDonald |
| Midfielders | Morrison, Newcombe, Worpel, Amon, Nash, Day, Stephens, Ward, Maginness, Watson, Hustwaite |
| Forwards | Lewis, Chol, Gunston, Grainger-Barras, MacKenzie, MacDonald, Dear, Ramsden, Moore, Breust, Wingard, Butler, Ginnivan, Bennetts, O'Sullivan |
Collingwood Magpies team news
Mason Cox and Jeremy Howe are doubts but could be included in the lineup this week if they get through training and pass fitness tests. Charlie Dean and Lachie Schultz will miss at least this weekend and maybe next due to the AFL's concussion protocols.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Ruck | Cameron, Kreuger, Steene, Begg, Cox |
| Defender | Carmichael, Frampton, Murphy, Moore, Eyre, Howe, Dean, Quaynor, Maynard, Noble, Jiath, Ryan, Markov, Parker |
| Midfielder | De Goey, Mitchell, Daicos, Pendlebury, Demattia, Allan, Sidebottom, Crisp, Bytel, Hoskin-Elliott, Sullivan, Nick Daicos |
| Forward | McStay, McInnes, Johnson, Mihocek, Johnson, Lipinski, Elliott, Schultz, Carmichael, Macrae, Hill, Richards, McCreery, Richards, Harrison, McInnes, Johnson, Mihocek |
Hawthorn vs Collingwood Form
Hawthorn: WWWLW
| Round | Match |
|---|---|
| R18 | Hawthorn 87-74 Fremantle |
| R17 | Geelong 110-59 Hawthorn |
| R16 | West Coast 33-94 Hawthorn |
| R14 | Richmond 49-97 Hawthorn |
| R13 | Hawthorn 85-79 GWS |
Collingwood: WWLLL
| Round | Match |
|---|---|
| R18 | Collingwood 71-91 Geelong |
| R17 | Collingwood 80-92 Essendon |
| R16 | Gold Coast 101-90 Collingwood |
| R14 | North Melbourne 118-119 Collingwood |
| R13 | Collingwood 89-51 Melbourne |
Hawthorn vs Collingwood Head-to-Head Results
| Year | Match |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Pies 77-72 Hawks |
| 2023 | Hawks 105-73 Pies |
| 2022 | Hawks 68-72 Pies |
| 2021 | Hawks 97-78 Pies |
| 2020 | Pies 59-27 Hawks |