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Welcome to BettingPro’s evergreen hub for Adelaide vs Melbourne AFL — every head-to-head meeting since 2023, current 2026 form, betting angles, and where to watch. Since 2023 the sides have met 4 times, all-square at 2-2. Also searched as Melbourne vs Adelaide, Crows vs Demons, and Demons vs Crows. For weekly AFL coverage, head to our AFL tips hub or AFL round-by-round predictions.
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Adelaide vs Melbourne — 2026 Form Snapshot
| 2026 Snapshot | Adelaide | Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 record | 13-7 (20 played) | 12-6 (18 played) |
| Points for / against | 1861 / 1582 (+279) | 1796 / 1658 (+138) |
| Last 5 (most recent first) | WLWWW | WLWWW |
| Last result | R21 vs Essendon · 145-73 (↑ W) | R21 vs Gold Coast · 114-105 (↑ W) |
When do Adelaide and Melbourne next play? Bookmark this page — we’ll surface the next meeting here as soon as the draw confirms it. For this week’s tips across the AFL, see AFL round-by-round predictions, or the AFL match predictions index for other team-by-team H2Hs.
Adelaide vs Melbourne Head to Head (since 2023)
| Played | Adelaide wins | Melbourne wins | Draws | Avg score | Current streak |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 81–78 | Adelaide · 2 |
Last 4 Adelaide vs Melbourne Meetings
| Round | Home | Score | Away | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round 15 2026 | Adelaide | 79 – 62 | Melbourne | Adelaide by 17 | Adelaide Oval |
| Round 17 2025 | Adelaide | 90 – 77 | Melbourne | Adelaide by 13 | Adelaide Oval |
| Round 4 2024 | Adelaide | 63 – 78 | Melbourne | Melbourne by 15 | Adelaide Oval |
| Round 19 2023 | Melbourne | 97 – 93 | Adelaide | Melbourne by 4 | M.C.G. |
Adelaide vs Melbourne Recent Trends
- Last 5 meetings: Adelaide 2, Melbourne 2.
- Average winning margin: 12.2 points across the 4-match sample since 2023.
- Biggest result: Adelaide by 17 (Adelaide 79–62 Melbourne, Round 15 2026).
- Both teams 80+: 1 of 4 meetings (25%) saw both sides post 80 or more.
- Home-team win rate: 75% of meetings since 2023 — useful context for line markets.
- Current streak: Adelaide have won the last 2 meetings.
Venue, Tickets & How to Watch Adelaide vs Melbourne
The Adelaide Crows play home matches at Adelaide Oval. The Melbourne Demons are based at the MCG. Home-ground advantage matters — note the 75% home-team win rate in this fixture’s recent history.
How to watch: Every AFL match is broadcast live in Australia. Adelaide vs Melbourne is typically carried by Channel 7 (selected matches free-to-air), Fox Footy (every game live and ad-free during play) and Kayo Sports (the standard streaming option for AFL live streams). Tickets are sold via Ticketek or Ticketmaster depending on venue.
Players to Watch — Adelaide vs Melbourne
Form players and key matchups change week-to-week. For the latest 2026 leaderboards (goals, disposals, contested possessions, Brownlow form) and current team lists for this fixture, see our weekly AFL round-by-round predictions, where each fixture preview includes player news, lineups and key matchups.
Adelaide vs Melbourne Betting Angles
Three angles that hold up across the 4-meeting series since 2023:
- Lean home team on the line. The host has won 75% of meetings in this fixture — meaningful tilt when assessing the spread.
- Totals context. Both teams have posted 80+ in 1 of 4 games — useful when looking at over/under and total points markets.
- Same Game Multi value. When the fixture lands, our weekly preview drops first goalkicker, anytime goalkicker and disposal-line angles. Build them via a same game multi for stronger payouts.
When this fixture is scheduled, we’ll publish a dedicated tip in AFL round-by-round predictions. For ongoing market value, our AFL multi-bet tips page is refreshed weekly.
Adelaide vs Melbourne FAQs
Who has won more Adelaide vs Melbourne matches?
Since 2023 the series is level at 2-2. Average scoreline: Adelaide 81 – Melbourne 78.
What was the biggest Adelaide vs Melbourne result?
Adelaide by 17 points (Adelaide 79–62 Melbourne, Round 15 2026).
How often do Adelaide and Melbourne play each year?
Adelaide and Melbourne meet at least once during the AFL home-and-away season (Rounds 0–23), and on rare occasions twice when the fixture draws them together for a second time. A finals meeting is possible whenever both sides qualify — September matchups are the most-watched fixtures of the year.
When do Adelaide and Melbourne next play?
This page is updated as soon as the next fixture is confirmed. See AFL round-by-round predictions for this week’s slate.
Where do Adelaide and Melbourne play their home matches?
The Adelaide Crows play home matches at Adelaide Oval. The Melbourne Demons are based at the MCG.
Where can I bet on Adelaide vs Melbourne?
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Whether you’re chasing sharper head-to-head odds, better goalkicker markets, or value on the line, it pays to shop around. We track the best AFL betting sites in Australia all season. New to the scene? Our newest betting sites in Australia list is regularly refreshed.
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