Where and when: Marvel Stadium, Saturday, June 28, 7.35pm (5.35pm AWST)
TV: Live on 7 and 7plus in WA, nationally on Fox Sports and Kayo (see broadcast guide here)
Last time we met: Collingwood 15.13 (103) defeated West Coast 5.7 (37) at Marvel Stadium, round 9, 2024.
Collingwood proved far too strong for the Eagles in their last encounter, running out 66-point winners at Marvel Stadium. After an early goal from Ryan Maric, West Coast struggled to contain the Magpies' centre bounce dominance, which fuelled a seven-goal second quarter and set up a 55-point half-time lead. While the Eagles managed to limit the damage in the second half and won the final quarter, the result was beyond reach. Debutant Tyrell Dewar and Harvey Johnston provided some bright spots with composed performances.
What it means for the Eagles: It’s a classic David vs Goliath battle as the Eagles prepare to take on the top of the ladder team Collingwood this weekend. While the challenge is immense, it presents a valuable opportunity for West Coast’s young and developing side to test themselves against the benchmark of the competition. Every moment against a top-tier opponent is a chance to learn, grow and build resilience and key ingredients in shaping the club’s future. With nothing to lose, the Eagles will be out to play with spirit, take the game on and show their fans glimpses of what’s to come as they continue to demonstrate how their hard work and improvement are beginning to take shape on the field.
The stat: West Coast will field their seventh debutant of the 2025 season in Jobe Shanahan, adding fresh energy to their lineup.
The match-up: Harley Reid and Nick Daicos
The battle to watch is between young gun Harley Reid and Collingwood's midfield maestro, Nick Daicos. Reid has been a standout for the Eagles, earning a Mark of the Year nomination last time they met. Daicos, on the other hand, is a Brownlow Medal contender, in red-hot form and a key driver of Collingwood's midfield dominance. While they might not go head-to-head, their performances will be pivotal in determining the game's tempo and midfield control. With both players central to their teams' strategies, witnessing these two match-winners get to work will be a highlight of the game.
It’s a big week for: Jobe Shanahan
Jobe Shanahan will make his much-anticipated AFL debut for the Eagles this weekend against Collingwood. After impressing in the WAFL all season, Shanahan’s opportunity to step up comes at an important time for the club with a youthful squad coming off the bye and seeking to finish the season strongly. His athleticism and versatility will add a point of difference to the team, and the Eagles are excited to see him bring his fearless style to the big stage.
Big call: Jobe Shanahan to kick the first goal of the game.
