Brisbane vs Carlton AFL | Head to Head, Tips, Odds & Predictions

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Brisbane vs Carlton AFL Tips & Predictions

Welcome to BettingPro’s evergreen hub for Brisbane Lions vs Carlton Blues — also widely searched as Brisbane vs Carlton — every head-to-head meeting since 2023, current 2026 form, betting angles, and where to watch. Since 2023 the sides have met 6 times, with the Brisbane holding a 4-game edge (5-1). Also searched as Carlton vs Brisbane, Lions vs Blues, and Blues vs Lions. For weekly AFL coverage, head to our AFL tips hub or AFL round-by-round predictions.

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Brisbane vs Carlton — 2026 Form Snapshot

2026 Snapshot Brisbane Carlton
2026 record 9-5 (14 played) 6-8 (14 played)
Points for / against 1463 / 1231 (+232) 1162 / 1254 (-92)
Last 5 (most recent first) WWWLL WWWWW
Last result R16 vs Sydney · 126-83 (↑ W) R16 vs West Coast · 117-64 (↑ W)

 

When do Brisbane and Carlton 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.

Brisbane vs Carlton Head to Head (since 2023)

Played Brisbane wins Carlton wins Draws Avg score Current streak
6 5 1 0 94–75 Brisbane · 3

 

Last 6 Brisbane vs Carlton Meetings

Round Home Score Away Result Venue
Round 9 2026 Brisbane Lions 100 – 89 Carlton Brisbane by 11 Gabba
Round 18 2025 Carlton 66 – 103 Brisbane Lions Brisbane by 37 Docklands
Finals Week 1 2024 Brisbane Lions 99 – 71 Carlton Brisbane by 28 Gabba
Opening Round 2024 Brisbane Lions 85 – 86 Carlton Carlton by 1 Gabba
Preliminary Finals 2023 Brisbane Lions 79 – 63 Carlton Brisbane by 16 Gabba
Round 8 2023 Carlton 74 – 100 Brisbane Lions Brisbane by 26 Docklands

 

Brisbane vs Carlton Recent Trends

  • Last 5 meetings: Brisbane 4, Carlton 1.
  • Average winning margin: 19.8 points across the 6-match sample since 2023.
  • Biggest result: Brisbane by 37 (Carlton 66–103 Brisbane Lions, Round 18 2025).
  • Both teams 80+: 2 of 6 meetings (33%) saw both sides post 80 or more.
  • Home-team win rate: 50% of meetings since 2023 — useful context for line markets.
  • Current streak: Brisbane have won the last 3 meetings.

Venue, Tickets & How to Watch Brisbane vs Carlton

The Brisbane Lions play home matches at The Gabba. The Carlton Blues are based at Marvel Stadium and the MCG. Home-ground advantage matters — note the 50% home-team win rate in this fixture’s recent history.

How to watch: Every AFL match is broadcast live in Australia. Brisbane vs Carlton 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 — Brisbane vs Carlton

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.

Brisbane vs Carlton Betting Angles

Three angles that hold up across the 6-meeting series since 2023:

  • Lean home team on the line. The host has won 50% of meetings in this fixture — meaningful tilt when assessing the spread.
  • Totals context. Both teams have posted 80+ in 2 of 6 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.

Brisbane vs Carlton FAQs

Who has won more Brisbane vs Carlton matches?
Since 2023 the Brisbane lead the head-to-head 5-1. Average scoreline: Brisbane 94 – Carlton 75.

What was the biggest Brisbane vs Carlton result?
Brisbane by 37 points (Carlton 66–103 Brisbane Lions, Round 18 2025).

How often do Brisbane and Carlton play each year?
Brisbane and Carlton 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 Brisbane and Carlton 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 Brisbane and Carlton play their home matches?
The Brisbane Lions play home matches at The Gabba. The Carlton Blues are based at Marvel Stadium and the MCG.

Where can I bet on Brisbane vs Carlton?
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