Experience the behind-the-scenes story of Scott Pendlebury’s record-breaking 433rd game through the eyes of award-winning photographer Michael Willson.

AFL Chief Photographer Michael Willson was granted rare access to Collingwood’s inner sanctum during the week to document the lead-up to Scott Pendlebury’s 433rd match — one of the most significant nights in Magpie history. With exclusive behind-the-scenes access, Willson captured Pendlebury’s every move in a compelling fly-on-the-wall look at SP433.

01/50 - A normal start to a not-so-normal week.
02/50 - The day begins with some treatment from Doctor Darcy Cameron.
03/50 - Ironing out some kinks.
04/50 - Shifting steel with Fly.
05/50 - Media commitments begin
06/50 - Australian Football's Royal Family.
07/50 - Breakfast on the run before a live TV cross.
08/50 - Back to the gym, under the watchful eye of the great Darren Millane.
09/50 - Full-time player, part-time coach.
10/50 - Talking tactics.
11/50 - DIY strapping before training.
12/50 - Then let the pros do the rest.
13/50 - First fitting of the custom made boots designed by children Jax and Darcy.
14/50 - Hitting the track.
15/50 - In good company.
16/50 - Unfortunately, no license to fly.
17/50 - Blowing out the cobwebs.
18/50 - Prepping for match sim.
19/50 - Impromptu leadership meeting.
20/50 - Back to where it all started.
21/50 - A little levity with Nick Daicos.
22/50 - Final paces before Saturday.
23/50 - Game day. BYO big sports head.
24/50 - The crutches won't last long.
25/50 - Talent runs deep in the Pendlebury family.
26/50 - Darcy checking in on Jamie pre-match.
27/50 - Mum Lisa wishes her son good luck
28/50 - Walk to the 'G.
29/50 - Warm-up begins.
30/50 - A light-hearted moment in the team meeting.
31/50 - Like father, like son.
32/50 - Battle ready.
33/50 - Leading out the troops.
34/50 - A good luck kiss from wife Alex.
35/50 - Through the banner for the 433rd time.
36/50 - The passing of the baton.
37/50 - Ready to do battle.
38/50 - A gentle reminder to Harley Reid about whose milestone match this is.
39/50 - 10 minute mark magic moment
40/50 - Then it's BAU.
41/50 - Half-time huddle, time to dig in.
42/50 - Running repairs.
43/50 - Siren sounds, a hard-fought victory.
44/50 - Core memories.
45/50 - A legend becomes immortal.
46/50 - A bitter-sweet post-match after Jamie injured his knee.
47/50 - Side-by-side.
48/50 - An old-school sit-down with the written press.
49/50 - The coach praises his players for honouring the milestone man with a win.
50/50 - Spent but content.