Match report: First-quarter blitz sees Melbourne cruise past Collingwood
April 17, 2016 5:56 PM
THE HEAT on Collingwood is set to reach boiling point this week after Nathan Buckley's side was comprehensively beaten by a more willing Melbourne by 35 points at the MCG on Sunday.
Already in the mire after an unconvincing 1-2 start to the season, the Magpies slipped into a deeper hole as the Demons thoroughly outplayed the once-fancied finals contender in the 16.6 (102) to 9.13 (67) victory.
Melbourne's win was built on guts and determination as it repeatedly kept Collingwood at bay as it tried desperately to muster a second-half comeback.
In just his second game, elevated rookie Josh Wagner stood firm time and again in the back half (24 disposals and six marks), while Giants recruit Tom Bugg played his best game for his new club (29 touches and nine tackles).
Dean Kent's pressure around the footy was outstanding, while Jack Viney (31 disposals) and Nathan Jones (30) typically gave their all.
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