Sunday's AFL footy kicks off in the nation's capital as GWS Giants (12-7) and Hawthorn Hawks (11-8) face off in a top eight shaping clash. The fifth placed Giants sit one game ahead of the ninth placed Hawks, so there's plenty at stake in this fixture!
Hawthorn's juggernaut continues to steamroll the competition, as they cruised to a resounding 66-point victory over Adelaide. This emphatic win, their eleventh in their last fourteen outings, has the Hawks knocking on the door of the top eight.
Meanwhile, GWS managed to hold on and secure their fourth straight win, keeping their top-four aspirations alive. The Giants are just a whisker away from fourth place, with a mere 1.3% separating them from the coveted position.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch GWS Giants vs Hawthorn Hawks in the AFL, plus plenty more.
How to Watch GWS Giants vs Hawthorn Hawks AFL Live
There are several options to watch the GWS Giants vs Hawthorn Hawks AFL game in Australia, including Network Seven, Foxtel, Foxtel from Telstra, and Kayo Sports.
Stream GWS Giants vs Hawthorn Hawks AFL Live Online
The best way to livestream the aforementioned AFL game is through Kayo with a seven-day free trial. It also does not have a lock-in contract or equipment fees, which means you can cancel anytime if you are no longer using it.
All you need to decide is whether you want to pick Kayo One at $25 per month (1 stream and up to HD), or Kayo Basic at $35 per month (2 streams and up to 4K).
Watch GWS Giants vs Hawthorn Hawks on TV
The game will be broadcast live on Channel 7 on free-to-air TV and will also be available to watch on Fox Footy on pay TV. Triple M, ABC, and AFL Nation will provide the radio coverage.
Watch GWS Giants vs Hawthorn Hawks AFL From Overseas
You can watch the game from wherever you are in the world by using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) service such as NordVPN/ ExpressVPN. A VPN will allow you to create a secure connection online when you are abroad on holiday or for work and you want to stream the game live.
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Here’s an easy step-by-step guide on how to use a VPN to watch a game when you are overseas:
GWS Giants vs Hawthorn Hawks Team News
Jake Ricciardi will miss the match and perhaps the remainder of the home and away season due to a dislocated finger. Stephen Coniglio and Josh Kelly have been ruled out for this week.
As for Hawks, Josh Bennetts requires shoulder surgery and will be out for the remainder of the season.
GWS Giants vs Hawthorn Hawks AFL Game Start Time
The GWS Giants vs Hawthorn Hawks game will begin at 1:10pm AEST on Sunday, August 4.
GWS Giants vs Hawthorn Hawks AFL Game Venue
The GWS Giants vs Hawthorn Hawks game will be held at Manuka Oval in Canberra.
