The Unrelenting Squeeze: How Magpies Pressure Can Be a Double Edged Sword The Hawthorn Hawks' loss to Collingwood in AFL round 23 was a stark reminder that even well oiled machines can be brought down by relentless pressure.
As the Pies dominated out of the middle, their manic approach left the Hawks reeling and struggling to cope with the game's intensity.
Collingwood's coach, Nathan Buckley, emphasizes the importance of wearing down opponents through sheer force of will. This style of play has yielded dividends for the Pies, but at what cost?