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

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Collingwood vs Carlton AFL Tips & Predictions

Welcome to BettingPro’s evergreen hub for Collingwood vs Carlton AFL — every head-to-head meeting since 2023, current 2026 form, betting angles, and where to watch. Since 2023 the sides have met 7 times, with the Collingwood holding a 5-game edge (6-1). Also searched as Carlton vs Collingwood, Magpies vs Blues, and Blues vs Magpies. For weekly AFL coverage, head to our AFL tips hub or AFL round-by-round predictions.

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Collingwood vs Carlton — The Blockbuster Rivalry

Carlton vs Collingwood is the AFL’s most-watched non-Anzac fixture, drawing crowds of 80,000+ to the MCG. The Blues and Magpies have met more than 250 times since 1897, contesting some of the league’s most famous Grand Finals (1979, 1981) and reviving the rivalry in the modern era with two top-eight contenders.

Collingwood vs Carlton — 2026 Form Snapshot

2026 Snapshot Collingwood Carlton
2026 record 6-6-1 (13 played) 6-8 (14 played)
Points for / against 1086 / 1037 (+49) 1162 / 1254 (-92)
Last 5 (most recent first) WWLLL WWWWW
Last result R16 vs Richmond · 106-72 (↑ W) R16 vs West Coast · 117-64 (↑ W)

 

When do Collingwood 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.

Collingwood vs Carlton Head to Head (since 2023)

Played Collingwood wins Carlton wins Draws Avg score Current streak
7 6 1 0 85–71 Collingwood · 5

 

Last 7 Collingwood vs Carlton Meetings

Round Home Score Away Result Venue
Round 6 2026 Carlton 83 – 88 Collingwood Collingwood by 5 M.C.G.
Round 17 2025 Carlton 59 – 115 Collingwood Collingwood by 56 M.C.G.
Round 4 2025 Collingwood 63 – 46 Carlton Collingwood by 17 M.C.G.
Round 21 2024 Collingwood 84 – 81 Carlton Collingwood by 3 M.C.G.
Round 8 2024 Carlton 79 – 85 Collingwood Collingwood by 6 M.C.G.
Round 20 2023 Collingwood 76 – 93 Carlton Carlton by 17 M.C.G.
Round 10 2023 Carlton 57 – 85 Collingwood Collingwood by 28 M.C.G.

 

Collingwood vs Carlton Recent Trends

  • Last 5 meetings: Collingwood 5, Carlton 0.
  • Average winning margin: 18.9 points across the 7-match sample since 2023.
  • Biggest result: Collingwood by 56 (Carlton 59–115 Collingwood, Round 17 2025).
  • Both teams 80+: 2 of 7 meetings (29%) saw both sides post 80 or more.
  • Home-team win rate: 29% of meetings since 2023 — useful context for line markets.
  • Current streak: Collingwood have won the last 5 meetings.

Venue, Tickets & How to Watch Collingwood vs Carlton

The Collingwood Magpies play home matches at the MCG. The Carlton Blues are based at Marvel Stadium and the MCG. Home-ground advantage matters — note the 29% home-team win rate in this fixture’s recent history.

How to watch: Every AFL match is broadcast live in Australia. Collingwood 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 — Collingwood 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.

Collingwood vs Carlton Betting Angles

Three angles that hold up across the 7-meeting series since 2023:

  • Lean home team on the line. The host has won 29% of meetings in this fixture — meaningful tilt when assessing the spread.
  • Totals context. Both teams have posted 80+ in 2 of 7 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.

Collingwood vs Carlton FAQs

Who has won more Collingwood vs Carlton matches?
Since 2023 the Collingwood lead the head-to-head 6-1. Average scoreline: Collingwood 85 – Carlton 71.

What was the biggest Collingwood vs Carlton result?
Collingwood by 56 points (Carlton 59–115 Collingwood, Round 17 2025).

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

Where can I bet on Collingwood vs Carlton?
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