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Collingwood's MCG Hoodoo: Can Adelaide break 12-year curse?
14 Mar
Summary
- Adelaide has not beaten Collingwood at the MCG since 2014.
- Jack Riewoldt questions Adelaide's ability to handle finals pressure.
- Collingwood faces defensive injuries against Adelaide's potent forwards.

Adelaide aims to overcome a 12-year hoodoo against Collingwood at the MCG on Super Saturday. The Crows have struggled significantly at the venue, last defeating the Magpies there in 2014 and winning only one of their last 13 encounters overall. Last season's minor premiers are under scrutiny following a straight-sets finals exit. Analyst Jack Riewoldt believes Adelaide faces immense pressure to prove their finals mettle and assess whether their game plan and selections hold up under intense scrutiny. The team has since added Cal Ah Chee and Finnbar Maley, but questions remain about list changes being sufficient. Riewoldt specifically highlighted a need for a dynamic midfielder to support Izak Rankine. Collingwood, while having a strong history, is facing defensive injury concerns, including the absence of Darcy Moore. Despite a win in their opening match, their game style and personnel depth against strong offensive teams like Adelaide will be closely watched. Riewoldt, however, still tips Collingwood to win, citing the significant 'MCG factor' as a key reason for his prediction.




