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Nick Daicos shines, Pendlebury sore as Pies beat Giants

Nick Daicos led Collingwood to a 33-point win with 36 disposals and six clearances; Scott Pendlebury and Darcy Moore suffered injuries that may affect upcoming matches.

  • On Friday, March 27, 2026, Collingwood defeated GWS 87 to 54 at Marvel Stadium, moving the Magpies to 2-1 while the Giants fell to 1-3.
  • GWS coach Adam Kingsley attributed the team's struggles to poor connection inside 50, where the Giants failed to capitalize against Collingwood's disciplined defense.
  • Nick Daicos starred with 36 disposals in a masterful display, while Collingwood survived injury scares to captain Darcy Moore and Scott Pendlebury, expected to miss Brisbane.
  • Debutant Ollie Hannaford played his first AFL game, describing it as a "dream come true," though the 19-year-old struggled to find his radar early.
  • GWS players aim to play with "the handbrake off" to improve speed and freedom, entering a bye before facing Richmond at Gather Round.
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ESPN Australia broke the news in Australia on Thursday, March 26, 2026.
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