The eagles are not disturbed by a bad record against the Magpies at MCG: Shuey

GUN midfielder Luke Shuey insists on the only point that his teammates and he are interested in proving against Collingwood at MCG Sunday is to ask if they can overturn the second best team in the competition.

The Eagles have already won three times in Melbourne this season (twice at Etihad Stadium and once at the MCG), but the club's MCG record remained a focal point for critics of the club. Is who believe to be vulnerable during the grand finale.

West Coast has not beaten the Magpies at the MCG since 1995.

"I can not wait to play MCG," said Shuey.

"It's the most historic field of the competition so it's always fun to go out and especially against a team like Collingwood, it's still a good atmosphere." 19659002 "I did not know it (1995 stat) but you are still confident that you can win.

" I think the biggest thing with this one is that for so many years, Collingwood has been the One of the best teams in the competition.

"I'm sure there were a lot of teams that could not beat them at the MCG The only point we have to prove is that we can beat the second best team in the competition in that

Shuey said the Collingwood midfielder remains as dangerous as N & # Any other, despite the loss of Adam Treloar

"The numbers say that they are elite to get the ball and go ahead, but their pressure is as good as no matter who, "said Shuey.

" They still have (Scott) Pendlebury, (Taylor) Adams, a lot of guys who can go through there and do some damage. "

Shuey comes from his best game since he came back from a thigh injury on lap 13, helping 12 clears 32 dispositions in their 11- The win over the Great West from Sydney last weekend

Shuey acknowledged the battle between Brodie Grundy and a reborn Nic Naitanui would play a huge role in the result.

"He (Grundy) is flying and our boys will have to back up what 's up. they did the weekend, "said Shuey .659002]" Not only is his job ruck but his ground work is as good as any other in the competition. "

West Coast should s & Coach at Optus Stadium today, with all eyes on Jack Darling (ankle) and Josh Kennedy (leg).

"I'm confident that Joshy and Jack will get up," said Shuey. [19659002] "But again, if they do not stand up, we will continue to support those who will play their part and we hope s get there. "