Sportsday Adelaide get the monkey off their back (16.03.26)
Mar 16, 2026
A lively breakdown of Adelaide finally beating Collingwood and why that result matters. Short takes on standout Crows performances and a rising big man's comparisons to Dean Cox. Discussion of Brisbane's well-timed bye and how returning players could shift the ladder. A quick preview of a tense Saints versus Lions rematch at Marvel Stadium.
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Nix On Handling The MCG Chant
- Matthew Nix described players expecting the Collingwood chant and having to "knuckle down" during that period.
- He praised the team's ability to fight through noise at the MCG and finish the job despite the crowd pressure.
Adelaide's Psychological Breakthrough
- Adelaide's win over Collingwood carried big psychological weight because Collingwood had consistently beaten them in close games.
- Matthew Nix said the victory "meant more than just their first game of the season," showing relief and a turning point for the Crows.
Win Despite Injuries Shows Team Depth
- Adelaide managed the win despite injuries and underprepared players, highlighting depth and resilience.
- Ken Hinkley listed injured or limited players like Saligo and Kalachi and noted first gamer's contributions from Murray and a big ruckman.