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

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Collingwood vs Brisbane AFL Tips & Predictions

Welcome to BettingPro’s evergreen hub for Collingwood Magpies vs Brisbane Lions — also widely searched as Collingwood vs Brisbane — every head-to-head meeting since 2023, current 2026 form, betting angles, and where to watch. Since 2023 the sides have met 9 times, with the Brisbane holding a 1-game edge (4-5). Also searched as Brisbane vs Collingwood, Magpies vs Lions, and Lions vs Magpies. For weekly AFL coverage, head to our AFL tips hub or AFL round-by-round predictions.

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Collingwood vs Brisbane — Modern Premiership Rivalry

Collingwood vs Brisbane is the most-searched AFL matchup of the modern era — the Lions (2024 premiers) and Magpies (2023 premiers) have traded blows in successive Grand Finals and finals series, with both clubs now permanent fixtures in the top four. Add the 2003 Grand Final history (Pies’ famous win over the three-peat Lions) and you’ve got the AFL’s premier contemporary rivalry.

Collingwood vs Brisbane — 2026 Form Snapshot

2026 Snapshot Collingwood Brisbane
2026 record 4-6-1 (11 played) 6-5 (11 played)
Points for / against 902 / 913 (-11) 1116 / 993 (+123)
Last 5 (most recent first) LLLDW LLWWW
Last result R12 vs Bulldogs Ā· 93-97 (↓ L) R12 vs Fremantle Ā· 78-103 (↓ L)

 

When do Collingwood and Brisbane 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 Brisbane Head to Head (since 2023)

Played Collingwood wins Brisbane wins Draws Avg score Current streak
9 4 5 0 83–93 Brisbane Ā· 3

 

Last 9 Collingwood vs Brisbane Meetings

Round Home Score Away Result Venue
Round 4 2026 Brisbane Lions 119 – 65 Collingwood Brisbane by 54 Gabba
Preliminary Finals 2025 Collingwood 71 – 100 Brisbane Lions Brisbane by 29 M.C.G.
Round 21 2025 Collingwood 65 – 92 Brisbane Lions Brisbane by 27 M.C.G.
Round 6 2025 Brisbane Lions 53 – 105 Collingwood Collingwood by 52 Gabba
Round 23 2024 Collingwood 79 – 78 Brisbane Lions Collingwood by 1 M.C.G.
Round 3 2024 Brisbane Lions 72 – 92 Collingwood Collingwood by 20 Gabba
Grand Final 2023 Collingwood 90 – 86 Brisbane Lions Collingwood by 4 M.C.G.
Round 23 2023 Collingwood 100 – 124 Brisbane Lions Brisbane by 24 Docklands
Round 4 2023 Brisbane Lions 116 – 83 Collingwood Brisbane by 33 Gabba

 

Collingwood vs Brisbane Recent Trends

  • Last 5 meetings: Collingwood 2, Brisbane 3.
  • Average winning margin: 27.1 points across the 9-match sample since 2023.
  • Biggest result: Brisbane by 54 (Brisbane Lions 119–65 Collingwood, Round 4 2026).
  • Both teams 80+: 3 of 9 meetings (33%) saw both sides post 80 or more.
  • Home-team win rate: 44% of meetings since 2023 — useful context for line markets.
  • Current streak: Brisbane have won the last 3 meetings.

Venue, Tickets & How to Watch Collingwood vs Brisbane

The Collingwood Magpies play home matches at the MCG. The Brisbane Lions are based at The Gabba. Home-ground advantage matters — note the 44% home-team win rate in this fixture’s recent history.

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

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 Brisbane Betting Angles

Three angles that hold up across the 9-meeting series since 2023:

  • Lean home team on the line. The host has won 44% of meetings in this fixture — meaningful tilt when assessing the spread.
  • Totals context. Both teams have posted 80+ in 3 of 9 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 Brisbane FAQs

Who has won more Collingwood vs Brisbane matches?
Since 2023 the Brisbane lead the head-to-head 5-4. Average scoreline: Collingwood 83 – Brisbane 93.

What was the biggest Collingwood vs Brisbane result?
Brisbane by 54 points (Brisbane Lions 119–65 Collingwood, Round 4 2026).

How often do Collingwood and Brisbane play each year?
Collingwood and Brisbane 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 Brisbane 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 Brisbane play their home matches?
The Collingwood Magpies play home matches at the MCG. The Brisbane Lions are based at The Gabba.

Where can I bet on Collingwood vs Brisbane?
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