At this time of year there’s usually a story along the lines of “is this the most important game in the history of the Gold Coast Suns?” It’s often trotted out for Collingwood’s annual mid-winter trip, probably because it’s one of the few times they get a half-decent crowd. Gold Coast’s problem, among many, is that this Collingwood side treats every game as a matter of grave importance. The Suns are more inclined to pick and choose.
There’s no real enigma to the 2026 version of the Pies. Their list is lopsided. They have significant limitations on every line. They have a few plodders up front and they’re patching holes down back. But their commitment is unconditional. They show the opposition exactly where they stand. If their opponent has any holes, any flakiness, any lulls, the Pies will exploit it. Few teams get more from less.
