It’s time for Collingwood’s AFLW players to hit the road bound for Morwell where they’ll feature in a double-header, with the Marsh Community Series game between Collingwood and St Kilda to follow at Morwell Recreation Reserve.
How have the Pies performed to date?
The Pies have two wins and two losses on the board, having most recently gone down to Melbourne by 20 points in round four.
The Pies struggled to overcome the Demons’ dominance up forward. At times, the Pies backed off the pressure and were exposed down back.
Brianna Davey and Jamiee Lambert were among the standouts, with the two racking up the most disposals with 23. Sharni Layton also impressed with 23 hit-outs, 15 disposals and a goal.
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The loss comes with the disappointing news of season-ending injuries to Ash Brazill, Ruby Schleicher and Georgia Gourlay.
How have the Dogs been tracking?
The Dogs will arrive in Morwell with only one win on the board, having defeated the Saints in round one.
They most recently suffered a four-point loss, allowing the Eagles to claim their maiden win.
Gabby Newton was named as one of the best for the Dogs in round four with 16 disposals, five marks and 10 tackles that saw her receive a NAB Rising Star nomination. Skipper Ellie Blackburn also presented well collecting 19 disposals.
Bonnie Toogood has been ruled out of the match having sustained a knee injury in round four.
What does this week’s game mean?
Both sides enter round five coming off losses.
The Pies’ round four loss sees them in fourth position on the ladder in Conference B, one win and percentage behind second-placed Melbourne and third-placed Carlton.
The Dogs sit in fifth spot.
Collingwood’s squad for Sunday’s game will be released on Thursday evening.
Match details
Round 5: Collingwood v Western Bulldogs
Where: Morwell Recreation Reserve
When: Sunday 8 March
First bounce: 1.10PM
Admission: Ticketed
Broadcast: Fox Footy
