MCG will play host to Friday's Round 12 AFL game between Collingwood Magpies and Hawthorn Hawks. The game kicks off at 7:40 pm with Collingwood Magpies heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Collingwood Magpies vs. Hawthorn Hawks game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Friday May 30, 2025 at 7:40 pm

Where: MCG

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Collingwood Magpies vs Hawthorn Hawks Preview

Hawthorn will be desperate to rediscover their best when they host a resurgent Collingwood at the MCG on Friday night. Consecutive losses, including last week’s 33-point defeat to Brisbane, have highlighted the Hawks’ struggles against top-eight opposition this season. Meanwhile, Collingwood continued their upward trend with a 45-point win over North Melbourne, kicking eight goals in a dominant final quarter despite missing several key players.

The Magpies are expected to regain a host of stars, including captain Darcy Moore and midfield general Scott Pendlebury, though Brayden Maynard will miss through suspension. While Hawthorn thrashed Collingwood by 66 points the last time they met—fuelled by Jack Ginnivan’s inspired outing against his old club—the broader history favours the Hawks, who’ve won 15 of their last 17 clashes with the Magpies at the MCG. But with Collingwood gathering momentum and reinforcements on the way, this encounter looms as a major test for Sam Mitchell’s developing side.