On Friday 14 August 2026, Hawthorn Hawks play Collingwood Magpies in the AFL. Our model likes 3 bets here. The one it likes most is Hawthorn Hawks vs Collingwood Magpies: Hawthorn Hawks -5.5 spreads_q3, priced at -111 when we wrote this. Here is the thinking behind each pick, in plain English.
Hawthorn Hawks vs Collingwood Magpies: Hawthorn Hawks -5.5 spreads_q3 (-111)
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Alright footy punters, let's delve into why backing the Hawthorn Hawks at -5.5 in the Q3 spread against the Collingwood Magpies could be a savvy move this weekend. Hawthorn has been a force to be reckoned with at home, boasting an impressive average margin of 15.4 in their last five games at the MCG. They've been clinical in front of goal, averaging 30.2 shots at goal and 14 goals per game recently. On the flip side, Collingwood has struggled on the road, averaging a margin of just 7.8 in their last five away games. Their defense has been leaky, conceding an average of 88.4 points per game. With Hawthorn's potent attack and solid home form, coupled with Collingwood's defensive vulnerabilities on the road, the Hawks look primed to cover the spread and snag the win Q3.
Hawthorn Hawks vs Collingwood Magpies: Hawthorn Hawks -5.5 spreads_q4 (-111)
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Alright, footy punters, let's dive into this spicy AFL matchup between the Hawthorn Hawks and the Collingwood Magpies. The Hawks have been soaring high at their nest lately, averaging a commanding 15.4-point margin in their last five home games. They've been relentless in attack, notching up an average of 95 points per game while swarming the opposition with an average of 62.8 Inside50s. On the flip side, the Magpies have been a bit more subdued on the road, with a modest 7.8-point average margin in their last five away games. Their defense has shown some leaks, conceding an average of 88.4 points per game. With the Hawks' firepower and solid defensive record, backed by their home ground advantage at the MCG, taking them to cover the -5.5 spread seems like a tantalizing wager for this showdown. Time to back the brown and gold to fly high!
Hawthorn Hawks vs Collingwood Magpies: Hawthorn Hawks -4.5 spreads_q2 (-119)
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Alright footy punters, let's dive into why backing the Hawthorn Hawks at -4.5 in the Spreads Q2 market against the Collingwood Magpies is a savvy play. Recent form paints a vivid picture - the Hawks have been soaring at home, averaging a healthy 15.4 margin in their last five games at the MCG. Their offensive prowess is evident, netting an average of 95 points per game while bombarding opponents with 62.8 inside 50s and 30.2 shots at goal. On the flip side, the Magpies have struggled on the road, managing just a 7.8 average margin in their away fixtures. With a leaky defense conceding 88.4 points per game, they might find it tough to contain the Hawks' attacking firepower. With Hawthorn's dominant home form and Collingwood's struggles away from home, the Hawks look primed to cover the spread and snag a crucial win.
That is how our model reads Hawthorn Hawks v Collingwood Magpies. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back anything. And if a game does not feel right to you, the strongest move is to skip it -- there is another one tomorrow.
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