MCG will play host to Sunday's Round 7 AFL game between Hawthorn Hawks and Sydney Swans. The game kicks off at 4:00 pm with Sydney Swans heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Hawthorn Hawks vs. Sydney Swans game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Sunday April 28, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Where: MCG
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Hawthorn Hawks vs Sydney Swans Odds
Hawthorn Hawks vs Sydney Swans Preview
Both teams are back on the winners list, and for the Hawks, it was the first time in 2024, as they beat the Roos in the battle of the winless.
The Swans looked back to their best against the Suns, dominating the transition battle, with fast and powerful entries inside 50 that rocketed them away in the second half.
The Hawks were able to find some composure in their ball movement and were overall a lot more efficient in transition.
The Swans most recent trip to the MCG ended in a five-point loss to the Tigers, and they were exposed defensively for their lack of accountability on the turnover on such a big ground.
That will be the key for the Hawks if they are to cause a major upset.
Hawthorn are quite efficient with their disposal in the middle third but have lacked conviction inside 50, with a poor shot efficiency with their finishing touch.
The Swans have the pace and class through the midfield and should find no difficulties in scoring, it’s a matter of their ability to lock down defensively and show some improvement from their last outing at the MCG.
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Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Sydney Swans to win at $1.35 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Tom Papley at $11.
Hawthorn Hawks vs Sydney Swans Teams
HAWKS
B: J.Scrimshaw, S.Frost, J.Sicily – C
HB: M.D’Ambrosio, J.Impey, K.Amon
C: F.Maginness, D.Moore, J.Weddle
HF: B.Hardwick, J.Newcombe, C.Nash
F: J.Ginnivan, M.Chol, J.Gunston
FOLL: L.Meek, J.Worpel, C.Mackenzie
I/C (FROM): W.Day, S.Mitchell, M.Lewis, H.Morrison, J.Serong, H.Hustwaite, C.Macdonald
IN: W.Day, M.Lewis, M.Ramsden
OUT: Nil
SWANS
B: N.Blakey, T.McCartin, L.Melican
HB: H.Cunningham, O.Florent, J.Lloyd
C: E.Gulden, Ch.Warner, J.McInerney
HF: J.Jordon, L.McDonald, T.Adams
F: T.Papley – C, J.Amartey, W.Hayward
FOLL: B.Grundy, I.Heeney, J.Rowbottom
I/C (FROM): R.Fox, M.Roberts, S.Wicks, H.McLean, B.Campbell, J.Konstanty, A.Francis
IN: P.Ladhams, J.Konstanty, A.Francis
OUT: Nil
