Collingwood have confirmed two changes as they prepare to host Sydney at Windy Hill for their home Pride Round clash of 2026.

Coming into the side is forward Kalinda Howarth, who comes in for AFLW Captain Ruby Schleicher who was sidelined in the week for the remainder of the season due to a shoulder injury.

First-year Pie Zara Neuwirth rounds out the inclusions, with the young defender coming in for vice-captain Jordy Allen.

Allen was sidelined earlier this week after sustaining a low-grade calf injury at training, with a return to play timeline to be confirmed.

In the absence of the Schleicher and Allen, Lucy Cronin is set to lead Collingwood in the Pies’ Pride Round clash with the Swans on Sunday afternoon at Windy Hill.

At 21 years and 13 days, Cronin will become the second-youngest Collingwood Captain in Club history, sitting behind Len Thompson who captained the Club in 1968 aged 20 years and 244 days.

Georgia Knight, Amy Smith, and Ellie Brady will all serve as emergencies for Sunday’s clash.

This weekend marks an important date in the Collingwood calendar as the Pies host the Swans in a Pride Round double-header, with a clash between Essendon and North Melbourne set to follow.

Fans can take full advantage of the occasion with a 2-for-1 offer available, allowing fans who purchase tickets to the first clash the opportunity to stay and watch the second match-up for free.

AFLW ROUND 9
Collingwood v Sydney
Sunday 18 October, 12:30pm (AEDT)
Windy Hill, Wurundjeri