SCG will play host to Friday's Round 1 AFL game between Sydney Swans and Hawthorn Hawks. The game kicks off at 7:40 pm with Sydney Swans heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Sydney Swans vs. Hawthorn Hawks game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Friday March 7, 2025 at 7:40 pm

Where: SCG

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The Sydney Swans and Hawthorn Hawks will kick off their 2025 campaigns at the SCG on Friday night, both with high hopes for the season ahead.

A new chapter begins for the Swans, with Dean Cox stepping in as head coach after John Longmire’s departure following another season-ending disappointment. Sydney’s 2024 grand final defeat to Brisbane (120-60) marked their fourth consecutive grand final loss, with three of those being by more than 60 points.

Chad Warner’s potential move to Western Australia could become a distraction, and a preseason ankle injury to Errol Gulden is a significant setback.

For Hawthorn, their focus will be on building on last season’s semi-final appearance after a strong second half of the year. They’ve strengthened their backline with the additions of Josh Battle and Tom Barrass.

Recent meetings have heavily favored the Swans, who’ve won three straight by an average margin of 66 points.