Match report: Hawks win a third tight contest, this time against Crows
April 22, 2016 10:26 PM
PAUL Puopolo has inspired Hawthorn to a remarkable comeback victory over Adelaide, the small forward's fifth goal in the dying seconds securing a thrilling three-point win for the reigning premier at the MCG on Friday night.
The Hawks trailed by 15 points at the 18-minute of the final term when Crow Luke Brown goaled from outside 50m, but they kicked the final three goals of the game – two from Puopolo – to pinch a 17.10 (112) to 17.7 (109) win.
Puopolo's match-winner came when he received a free kick after Crows defender Brodie Smith fell on to his back. Taking his set shot from 40m, Puopolo split the middle and the Hawks had to negotiate just 18 more seconds for victory.
WATCH: The final two minutes
The Crows made it a nervous finish, pumping the ball deep into their forward line from the final centre bounce, but the Hawks weathered the storm and the four points were theirs in Shaun Burgoyne's 300th game.
Puopolo was outstanding all night, finishing with 23 possessions, six tackles, five clearances and three score assists.
Cyril Rioli was an able partner-in-crime for Puopolo in attack, finishing with four goals, including one at the 23-minute mark of the final term that dragged the Hawks to within three points.
GAMEBREAKER: Paul Puopolo's perfect night
The Crows worked overtime to deny Sam Mitchell the time and space he's been afforded so often this season, but the midfield star was still a prolific ball-winner for the Hawks with 31 possessions.
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