Written by Megan Taylor, sports reporter covering international sports since 2020

Darcy Moore hamstring injury has ended the Collingwood Football Club captain’s 2026 season, with the premiership defender set for surgery after suffering another setback to his right hamstring on Tuesday.

The 30-year-old had already endured a stop-start year with multiple soft-tissue problems, concussion and knee bursa inflammation. Collingwood confirmed the latest injury means Moore will not play again this season.

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Moore Turns Focus To Recovery

“I’m disappointed to be missing the remainder of the season after what’s already been a challenging year for me personally, not being able to consistently get out on the field and contribute to the team,” Moore said in a club statement.

“While I’m gutted that my 2026 season has come to an early end, I’ll continue working closely with our high-performance team and put everything into my rehabilitation to ensure I’m ready for the start of pre-season.

“I also want to thank the fans in the Magpie Army for their support and well wishes over this time. Injuries are never easy but having the passionate support of so many of you makes the recovery and return much easier.”

Moore had previously travelled to the United States to consult specialists after earlier hamstring issues. Collingwood now hope surgery gives him a clean run into pre-season later this year.

Gardiner Confirms Surgery Plan

“Darcy has unfortunately sustained a hamstring injury in the same right leg as his previous injury, which is incredibly disappointing for both Darcy and the Club.

“Darcy will undergo surgery before commencing his rehabilitation program, with the goal of being ready for the start of pre-season.

“Although Darcy has had a challenging year individually and won’t play again this season, he’ll continue to play an important leadership role, driving performance and supporting our players and coaches over the coming weeks.”

Moore joins Jamie Elliott, Reef McInnes and Oscar Steene on Collingwood’s season-ending injury list. Brayden Maynard will return against Gold Coast Suns, but Isaac Quaynor is out with an ankle injury.

Collingwood and Gold Coast are fighting for the last wildcard spot. A Magpies loss and a Carlton Football Club win over Richmond Football Club would lift the Blues above their old rivals.