Hawthorn is bound for Western Australia to face Fremantle in a blockbuster clash at Optus Stadium this Thursday night.
Hawthorn is six wins, one loss and a draw thus far in 2026, sitting third on the league ladder. Meanwhile, Fremantle is second, also dropping just one game in addition to seven wins.
In recent times, Fremantle have the upper hand on the Hawks at Optus, with the Dockers taking the points in the last five meetings at the venue.
Here's all you need to know ahead of the game:
WHO: Fremantle v Hawthorn
WHAT: Round 8
WHERE: Optus Stadium
WHEN: Thursday 7 May
TIME: 8.10pm (AWST) / 6.10pm (AEST)
BROADCAST: Channel 7 and Fox Footy/Kayo
How to watch
Following along at home? The game will be broadcast live on Channel 7 and Fox Footy and can be streamed through Kayo.
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Last time we met
Hawthorn (64) defeated by Fremantle (77) in Round 18, 2025.
Hawthorn went down to the Dockers by 13 points in its last clash with Fremantle at Optus Stadium, with Fremantle coming from behind at the last break to seal the victory.
It was a high-stakes clash that came down to moments in the final quarter. The Hawks lost no admirers but missed a change to move into the top four.
Returning Hawk Calsher Dear finished with three goals, while Hawthorn’s small forwards ran riot at ground level, with Dylan Moore, Nick Watson, Connor Macdonald and Jack Ginnivan all kicking second quarter goals.
Lloyd meek was dominant in the ruck battle with Luke Jackson, finishing with 48 hitouts.
Tickets and Membership
Tickets to our Round 9 match are available via TicketMaster.
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Getting to the game
If you’re in Western Australia and making your way to Optus Stadium on Thursday night, see below the best way to get to the game.
By Public Transport
Public transport is included in your event ticket for three hours either side of the game.
Use the Transperth Journey Planner to plan your journey.
By Car
There is no parking available at Optus Stadium on major event days.
Optus Stadium has limited ACROD parking bays available for major events. Registrations for ACROD parking are managed by registering online and are issued by email. Register online here.
