Round 22 - Sydney Swans v Collingwood
Sunday, August 14, 2022
Gates Open: 11:25am
VFL: 11:35am
AFL: 3:20pm
SCG
The Sydney Swans have named an unchanged team for the Round 22 blockbuster against Collingwood at a sold out SCG on Sunday.
It's a mouthwatering match-up with the two in-form sides in the competition going head to head. The second placed Magpies have won 11 games in-a-row meanwhile the fourth placed Swans are looking to make it six wins in-a-row.
Swans Coach John Longmire said he is looking for his side to bring plenty of pressure and keep it consistent across the whole match.
"We are hoping to be able to pressure the opposition for four quarters, that is key for us," Longmire said.
"Collingwood’s pressure skills are outstanding so the ability to be able to withstand the pressure and make sure we return a bit more is one of the keys to the game.
"Our consistency over four quarters has been pleasing to see and we will be looking forward to try and do that this week."
A sea of red and white is expected at the SCG with the game officially sold out and both sides will be looking to secure their spot in the top four.
"It's a big test and a big game," Longmire said.
"Collingwood are in red hot form so we look forward to Sunday to see plenty of red and white out to support us."
The match will also the club celebrate 40 years in Sydney and it is also Swans forward Isaac Heeney's 150th AFL game.
Past players will do a lap of honour at half time of the match and after his retirement news this week, former captain Josh Kennedy will also complete a lap of the SCG so fans can acknowledge his contribution to the football club.
Our match against Collingwood will be broadcast live nationally on Fox Footy and Kayo, and on 7mate in NSW and the ACT.
Click here for all the important Round 22 Match Day Hub details.
ROUND 22 - Sydney Swans v Collingwood, SCG - Sunday, August 14, 2022.
| Backs | Dane Rampe | Tom McCartin | Robbie Fox |
| Half Backs | Jake Lloyd | Paddy McCartin | Ollie Florent |
| Centreline | Ryan Clarke | James Rowbottom | Callum Mills |
| Half Forwards | Will Hayward | Sam Reid | Errol Gulden |
| Forwards | Tom Papley | Lance Franklin | Isaac Heeney |
| Followers | Tom Hickey | Chad Warner | Luke Parker |
| Interchange | Nick Blakey | Logan McDonald | Dylan Stephens |
| Justin McInerney | |||
| Emergencies | Peter Ladhams | Braeden Campbell | James Bell |
| Will Gould |
It's a Sunday SELLOUT at the SCG!
The SCG will be a sea of red and white this Sunday August 14 with the Sydney Swans v Collingwood, Round 22 clash now officially sold out.
Sydney Swans members we can’t wait to see you at the SCG on Sunday. Red Zone members and Swans Pass holders are encouraged to arrive early.
Download your mobile member tickets before you arrive at the SCG. Follow the step-by-step guide here.
LOCKETT-COVENTRY CUP
Sydney and Collingwood will play for the Lockett-Coventry Cup this weekend. The winning team’s captain will receive the Cup on the field at the conclusion of the match.
The Cup is named after goal kicking legends Tony Lockett (Sydney and St Kilda) and Gordon Coventry (Collingwood) who kicked 1360 and 1299 career goals respectively.
MEMBER THANK YOU ROUND
This weekend, the Sydney Swans will celebrate Member Thank You Round – an opportunity to celebrate the outstanding commitment and contribution of our 2022 members.
Ahead of this week's clash, we will have a selection of exclusive Member Thank You Round initiatives to acknowledge our members and an opportunity to say thank you including a pre-game member function as well as involvement on game day.
Sydney Swans members are a vital part of our team, and the club is truly grateful for the ongoing support this season. Our players, coaches and staff want to use this week to say a big thank you to our members for their unwavering support throughout the season.
