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

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Sydney vs Carlton AFL Tips & Predictions

Welcome to BettingPro’s evergreen hub for Sydney 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 5 times, with the Sydney holding a 3-game edge (4-1). Also searched as Carlton vs Sydney, Swans vs Blues, and Blues vs Swans. For weekly AFL coverage, head to our AFL tips hub or AFL round-by-round predictions.

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Sydney vs Carlton — 2026 Form Snapshot

2026 Snapshot Sydney Carlton
2026 record 12-2 (14 played) 6-8 (14 played)
Points for / against 1581 / 1117 (+464) 1162 / 1254 (-92)
Last 5 (most recent first) LWWWW WWWWW
Last result R16 vs Brisbane · 83-126 (↓ L) R16 vs West Coast · 117-64 (↑ W)

 

When do Sydney 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.

Sydney vs Carlton Head to Head (since 2023)

Played Sydney wins Carlton wins Draws Avg score Current streak
5 4 1 0 94–64 Sydney · 3

 

Last 5 Sydney vs Carlton Meetings

Round Home Score Away Result Venue
Opening Round 2026 Sydney 132 – 69 Carlton Sydney by 63 S.C.G.
Round 10 2025 Sydney 78 – 62 Carlton Sydney by 16 S.C.G.
Round 10 2024 Sydney 117 – 65 Carlton Sydney by 52 S.C.G.
Finals Week 1 2023 Carlton 74 – 68 Sydney Carlton by 6 M.C.G.
Round 11 2023 Sydney 77 – 51 Carlton Sydney by 26 S.C.G.

 

Sydney vs Carlton Recent Trends

  • Last 5 meetings: Sydney 4, Carlton 1.
  • Average winning margin: 32.6 points across the 5-match sample since 2023.
  • Biggest result: Sydney by 63 (Sydney 132–69 Carlton, Opening Round 2026).
  • Both teams 80+: 0 of 5 meetings (0%) saw both sides post 80 or more.
  • Home-team win rate: 100% of meetings since 2023 — useful context for line markets.
  • Current streak: Sydney have won the last 3 meetings.

Venue, Tickets & How to Watch Sydney vs Carlton

The Sydney Swans play home matches at the SCG. The Carlton Blues are based at Marvel Stadium and the MCG. Home-ground advantage matters — note the 100% home-team win rate in this fixture’s recent history.

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

Sydney vs Carlton Betting Angles

Three angles that hold up across the 5-meeting series since 2023:

  • Lean home team on the line. The host has won 100% of meetings in this fixture — meaningful tilt when assessing the spread.
  • Totals context. Both teams have posted 80+ in 0 of 5 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.

Sydney vs Carlton FAQs

Who has won more Sydney vs Carlton matches?
Since 2023 the Sydney lead the head-to-head 4-1. Average scoreline: Sydney 94 – Carlton 64.

What was the biggest Sydney vs Carlton result?
Sydney by 63 points (Sydney 132–69 Carlton, Opening Round 2026).

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

Where can I bet on Sydney vs Carlton?
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