Sunday's football action kicks off with a do-or-die showdown as the Blues face off against the Hawks at the iconic MCG
Both teams are reeling from heartbreaking defeats that have jeopardized their chances of making the finals, making this clash crucial for both sides.The Blues faced a daunting 32-point deficit against Collingwood early in the final quarter last Saturday but mounted a remarkable comeback, scoring five consecutive goals to close the gap.
Meanwhile, Hawthorn suffered a narrow two-point loss to the Giants after appearing to have the game under control, leading by 28 points at three-quarter time. However, the Hawks let their guard down, allowing GWS to stage a comeback and snatch victory, leaving Hawthorn sitting in 10th place. With just four points separating the Hawks from eighth-placed Carlton, a win on Sunday could see them leapfrog the Blues, depending on other results. Both teams have favorable matchups ahead to finish the regular season, adding even more significance to this encounter.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch Carlton Blues vs Port Adelaide in the AFL, plus plenty more.
Carlton Blues vs Hawthorn Hawks date and start time
| Date | Sunday, August 11, 2024 |
| Start time | 12:40 pm ACST/ 1:10 pm AEST/ 11:10 am AWST |
| Venue | MCG |
| Location | Melbourne, Australia |
How to watch Carlton Blues vs Hawthorn Hawks on TV & stream live online
There are several options to watch the Carlton Blues vs Hawthorn Hawks 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 Carlton Blues vs Hawthorn Hawks game on?
The game will not be broadcast live on 7mate on free-to-air TV and will also be available to watch via Fox Footy on pay TV. Triple M, ABC and AFL Nation will provide the radio coverage.
Streaming the game with a VPN
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- 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.
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Here’s an easy step-by-step guide on how to use a VPN to watch a game when you are overseas:
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- 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!
Carlton Blues vs Hawthorn Hawks team news
Carlton has ruled out Adam Cerra (hamstring - 3 weeks) and Matthew Cotrell (shoulder) for this week, but they do have Zac Williams back, who was extremely good as a small forward earlier in the year. Lachie Cowan, Jaxon Binns, and Lewis Young are part of their extended squad.
The Hawks emerged from their loss to the Giants unharmed. Josh Ward has been removed and will be replaced later this weekend, with Harry Morrison, Finn Maginness, Cam Mackenzie, and Jai Serong joining the extended bench.
| Position | Carlton | Hawthorn |
|---|---|---|
| FB | Brodie Kemp, Jacob Weitering, Lachlan Cowan | Karl Amon, Sam Frost, James Sicily |
| HB | Adam Saad, Mitch McGovern, Nic Newman | Blake Hardwick, Jarman Impey, Changkuoth Jiath |
| C | Oliver Hollands, Patrick Cripps, Blake Acres | Jack Scrimshaw, Dylan Moore, Josh Weddle |
| HF | Elijah Hollands, Harry McKay, Jack Martin | Massimo D'Ambrosio, Will Day, Connor Macdonald |
| FF | Lachie Fogarty, Charlie Curnow, Jesse Motlop | Jack Ginnivan, Mabior Chol, Jack Gunston |
| FOL | Marc Pittonet, Sam Walsh, George Hewett | Lloyd Meek, Jai Newcombe, Conor Nash |
| IC | Jordan Boyd, Matthew Kennedy, Zac Williams, Matthew Owies, Alex Cincotta | Calsher Dear, Luke Breust, Nick Watson, James Worpel, Cam Mackenzie |
| EMG | Jack Carroll, Lewis Young, Jaxon Binns | Harry Morrison, Jai Serong, Finn Maginness |
Carlton vs Hawthorn Form
Carlton: LLWLL
| Round | Match |
|---|---|
| R21 | Collingwood 84-81 Carlton |
| R20 | Carlton 65-79 Port Adelaide |
| R19 | Carlton 107-88 North Melbourne |
| R18 | Western Bulldogs 100-86 Carlton |
| R17 | GWS 116-104 Carlton |
Hawthorn: LWWWL
| Round | Match |
|---|---|
| R21 | GWS 84-82 Hawthorn |
| R20 | Adelaide 58-124 Hawthorn |
| R19 | Hawthorn 133-67 Collingwood |
| R18 | Hawthorn 87-74 Fremantle |
| R17 | Geelong 110-59 Hawthorn |
Carlton vs Hawthorn Head-to-Head Results
| Round | Match |
|---|---|
| Round 16, 2023 | Hawthorn 52-112 Carlton |
| Round 3, 2022 | Carlton 74-73 Hawthorn |
| Round 10, 2021 | Carlton 86-63 Hawthorn |
| Round 9, 2020 | Carlton 58-89 Hawthorn |
| Round 6, 2019 | Hawthorn 93-88 Carlton |