Collingwood faces mounting injury concerns, particularly with Jordan De Goey‘s status uncertain for Friday’s match against Fremantle at Optus Stadium. The 28-year-old, sidelined for Rounds 8 and 9 due to a groin issue, may sit out Round 11 with a similar complaint.
Although De Goey returned for the Adelaide game, contributing significantly with 26 disposals and two goals, post-match reports of “groin awareness” have raised worries. Mitch Cleary from Channel Seven shared the update on De Goey’s condition, indicating he’s under assessment ahead of the Fremantle clash, casting serious doubt on his availability given the short six-day break.
Adding to Collingwood’s woes, Tom Mitchell continues to struggle with his foot injury, while Reef McInnes and Will Hoskin-Elliott are sidelined due to concussion and hamstring issues respectively. Cleary highlighted these setbacks, emphasizing the toll on the team’s resources.
The injury list doesn’t end there. Brody Mihocek’s hamstring injury status is uncertain for Friday’s game, while Jamie Elliott aims for a return between Rounds 13 to 16 following a vascular issue. On a brighter note, Jeremy Howe’s recovery from a groin strain looks promising, with a potential return in Round 12 or 13.
With key players sidelined or in doubt, Collingwood faces a challenging matchup against Fremantle, heightening concerns over their depth and ability to perform at Optus Stadium.
