Hawthorn will take on Port Adelaide on Friday night in a high-stakes Semi Final at Adelaide Oval.
The Hawks downed the Dogs by 37 points in an Elimination Final last week, while the Power were outplayed by Geelong by 84 points at home.
The Hawks will look to continue their strong form and ride the momentum, as the fate of the season hangs in the balance.
Here's all you need to know ahead of the game:
WHO: Port Adelaide v Hawthorn
WHAT: Semi Final
WHERE: Adelaide Oval
WHEN: Friday 13 September
TIME: 7.40pm (AEST) / 7.10pm (ACST)
BROADCAST: Channel 7 and Fox Footy/Kayo
How to watch
Following along at home? The game will be broadcast free to air on Channel 7 and also on Fox Footy and can be streamed through Kayo.
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Last time we met
Hawthorn (79) defeated by Port Adelaide (80) in Round 10, 2024.
Hawthorn led by 28 points at the final change, but Port Adelaide kicked four goals to none in the final term to pinch the victory, with their last two majors coming inside the last 22 seconds.
Hawthorn's Blake Hardwick kicked a career-high five-goal haul, four of those coming in a 17-minute window in the opening term in a six goals to one opening term to give the Hawks a 31-point lead at quarter time.
Will Day (27 disposals, one goal), Massimo D'Ambrosio (28 touches) and ex-Power player Karl Amon (28) were all influential, as was Jai Newcombe early. While Mabior Chol and Cam Mackenzie scored two goals apiece.
Our last game
Hawthorn (99) defeated Western Bulldogs (62) in Elimination Final, 2024.
Hawthorn continued its extraordinary rise with a 37-point win over the Western Bulldogs under lights at the MCG.
The Dogs got off to a fast start with a goal in the first 20 seconds, while the Hawks took slightly longer to settle in. With the exception of Lloyd Meek, who was winning the ruck battle and kicked the first major for his side.
The Hawks trailed by two goals at quarter-time but turned it around to lead by 11 at the main break.
Casher Dear had his share of strong performances in his debut season, but the 18-year-old announced himself in front of a packed-out MCG, finishing with three goals.
Hawthorn skipper James Sicily was outstanding, holding strong in front of the Dogs tall forward line and preventing attack after attack. Jai Newcombe was also sensational, with 35 disposals and a goal for the game.
Tickets and Membership
Tickets for the 2024 Toyota AFL Finals Series match, Semi Final – Port Adelaide v Hawthorn on Friday, September 13 at Adelaide Oval are now exhausted.
Should further tickets become available, they will be released via Ticketek on a date to be confirmed.
If you have any further questions, please contact the Membership Team on (03) 9535 3045 or email membership@hawthornfc.com.au
Getting to the game
Adelaide Oval is situated right in the heart of the city, framed by the River Torrens and surrounding precinct. Whether you’re travelling by car, bus, train or tram, Adelaide Oval’s close proximity to the CBD makes it easily accessible.
Patrons are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the FREE Think! Road Safety Footy Express bus, train or tram services with your valid AFL game day ticket.
All regular Adelaide Metro weekend bus, train and tram services are also free with your AFL game day ticket from first to last service on game day.
Regular Adelaide Metro weeknight bus, train and tram services are free three hours before the game starts with your AFL game day ticket.
