Collingwood’s pre-season hitout has been marred by injury concerns, with key players leaving the field during their match simulation against both Gold Coast and Brisbane. The Magpies faced a difficult night at People First Stadium, not only falling short in their contests but also seeing a handful of their stars pick up knocks that have left the team facing potential injury setbacks ahead of the season.
The biggest concern revolves around their star midfielder, Nick Daicos, who has been one of the shining lights for Collingwood in recent seasons. Daicos, who has shown tremendous form, was forced to leave the field early in the final game of the simulation, with a suspected ankle injury. While the full extent of the injury is yet to be confirmed, the 21-year-old was seen limping off the field in visible discomfort. Coach Craig McRae was quick to reassure fans that the team would take a cautious approach, stating that they were optimistic it wasn’t too serious. However, Daicos is expected to undergo scans to determine the damage and how long he might be sidelined.
The injury to Daicos adds to the growing list of worries for Collingwood, with another key player, Brody Mihocek, also sustaining an injury during the night’s activities. Mihocek, the Magpies’ main forward target, appeared to have sustained a rib injury after a hard contest in the air, forcing him to leave the field in the second mini-game. Like Daicos, Mihocek’s injury has yet to be fully assessed, but his absence would leave a significant hole in the Collingwood forward line if the injury proves to be more serious.
Despite the injuries, the Magpies did see some positive signs from their younger players. Jack Ginnivan and Ollie Henry both looked lively in the forward half, while Jordan De Goey continued to show his class and leadership in the midfield. However, the team will be hoping that the injuries to their stars are nothing more than minor setbacks. With the season fast approaching, Collingwood will be closely monitoring their players’ recovery to ensure they’re in the best possible shape for Round 1. The team will likely turn to their medical staff for guidance on how best to manage the injuries and minimize any potential disruptions to their campaign.
’s pre-season hitout has been marred by injury concerns, with key players leaving the field during their match simulation against both Gold Coast and Brisbane. The Magpies faced a difficult night at People First Stadium, not only falling short in their contests but also seeing a handful of their stars pick up knocks that have left the team facing potential injury setbacks ahead of the season.
The biggest concern revolves around their star midfielder, Nick Daicos, who has been one of the shining lights for Collingwood in recent seasons. Daicos, who has shown tremendous form, was forced to leave the field early in the final game of the simulation, with a suspected ankle injury. While the full extent of the injury is yet to be confirmed, the 21-year-old was seen limping off the field in visible discomfort. Coach Craig McRae was quick to reassure fans that the team would take a cautious approach, stating that they were optimistic it wasn’t too serious. However, Daicos is expected to undergo scans to determine the damage and how long he might be sidelined.
The injury to Daicos adds to the growing list of worries for Collingwood, with another key player, Brody Mihocek, also sustaining an injury during the night’s activities. Mihocek, the Magpies’ main forward target, appeared to have sustained a rib injury after a hard contest in the air, forcing him to leave the field in the second mini-game. Like Daicos, Mihocek’s injury has yet to be fully assessed, but his absence would leave a significant hole in the Collingwood forward line if the injury proves to be more serious.
Despite the injuries, the Magpies did see some positive signs from their younger players. Jack Ginnivan and Ollie Henry both looked lively in the forward half, while Jordan De Goey continued to show his class and leadership in the midfield. However, the team will be hoping that the injuries to their stars are nothing more than minor setbacks. With the season fast approaching, Collingwood will be closely monitoring their players’ recovery to ensure they’re in the best possible shape for Round 1. The team will likely turn to their medical staff for guidance on how best to manage the injuries and minimize any potential disruptions to their campaign.