MCG will play host to Saturday's Round 9 AFL game between Hawthorn Hawks and Melbourne Demons. The game kicks off at 4:35 pm with Melbourne Demons heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Hawthorn Hawks vs. Melbourne Demons game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Saturday May 13, 2023 at 4:35 pm

Where: MCG

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Hawthorn Hawks vs Melbourne Demons Preview

The Dees can cement their top-four spot even further on Saturday with a win against the struggling Hawks, but there are genuine concerns that Melbourne might be the biggest pretender inside finals contention right now.

Simon Goodwin’s side played some very un-Melbourne-like footy last week in a five-point win over the Suns, struggling to convert in front of goal and also giving up a number of easy inside 50 opportunities late in the game.

After disappointing performances against Essendon and Brisbane earlier in the year, the jury is still out on the 2021 premiers, but they do have a chance to right their wrongs against a Hawks side coming off a 69-point belting at the hands of Freo last week.

Like we’ve seen all year, the first quarter from the Hawks was good, but their aggressive brand of footy was quickly smothered once Freo’s midfield took over.

With future No. 1 pick Harley Reid in their sights, Hawks fans mightn’t mind too much, but they’d still like to see a genuine four-quarter effort from their side at some point this season.

Hawthorn’s biggest problem this year has been scoring, or more importantly, sustaining momentum throughout the game.

The Hawks rank 14th in points scored, a stark comparison to a Dees team that ranks second.

Teams coming off the Perth trip can sometimes struggle the next week, and although Melbourne has plenty of problem areas to sort out, this should be a statement win.

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