Cameron admires Watson ahead of preliminary final matchup
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 6:29 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Brisbane's Charlie Cameron praised Hawthorn's Nick Watson as he prepares for their preliminary final clash at the MCG on Saturday. Despite Cameron's vast experience as a small forward, he expressed that he still learns from the rising talent Watson, who has excelled in 2026 with 57 goals. Cameron, who rebounded from a disappointing qualifying final with five goals against Adelaide, acknowledged Watson’s skills and composure on the field. The pair will face off as their teams vie for a place in the grand final.
- •Cameron admires Watson's skills as he prepares for Saturday's match.
- •Watson has scored 57 goals this season and earned an All-Australian selection.
- •Cameron scored five goals in the semi-final against Adelaide.
- •Brisbane and Hawthorn compete in a preliminary final at the MCG.
- •Cameron continues to learn from younger players like Watson.
- 6:29 AMAFL — 'I'm still learning off him': Lions veteran's surprising Wizard admission
"Charlie Cameron says he watches and takes learnings from third-year Hawk Nick Watson
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
Australian Football•Sep 15, 2026, 4:54 AMPie undergoes shoulder reconstruction, injured duo resume running
Australian Football•Sep 15, 2026, 4:26 AMFormer top-10 pick, free agent among five Bombers delisted
Australian Football•Sep 15, 2026, 3:47 AMDockers won't be 'ambushed' by Swans, defensive duo push for selection
Australian Football•Sep 14, 2026, 11:22 PMLions close on new deal for in-demand young superstar
Australian Football•Sep 14, 2026, 8:43 AM'He's just another jumper': Serong to put brotherly love aside for two hours
Australian Football•Sep 14, 2026, 4:55 AMGary Ayres Award: Dockers star takes lead, Lion also gets a perfect 10
