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

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Collingwood vs Bulldogs AFL Tips & Predictions

Welcome to BettingPro’s evergreen hub for Collingwood vs Bulldogs 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 Bulldogs vs Collingwood, Magpies vs Bulldogs, and Bulldogs vs Magpies. For weekly AFL coverage, head to our AFL tips hub or AFL round-by-round predictions.

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Collingwood vs Bulldogs — 2026 Form Snapshot

2026 Snapshot Collingwood Bulldogs
2026 record 6-6-1 (13 played) 8-6 (14 played)
Points for / against 1086 / 1037 (+49) 1177 / 1279 (-102)
Last 5 (most recent first) WWLLL WLWWL
Last result R16 vs Richmond · 106-72 (↑ W) R15 vs St Kilda · 83-61 (↑ W)

 

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

Played Collingwood wins Bulldogs wins Draws Avg score Current streak
4 2 2 0 85–86 Bulldogs · 1

 

Last 4 Collingwood vs Bulldogs Meetings

Round Home Score Away Result Venue
Round 12 2026 Western Bulldogs 97 – 93 Collingwood Bulldogs by 4 Docklands
Round 2 2025 Western Bulldogs 70 – 76 Collingwood Collingwood by 6 M.C.G.
Round 12 2024 Collingwood 82 – 100 Western Bulldogs Bulldogs by 18 Docklands
Round 17 2023 Western Bulldogs 77 – 89 Collingwood Collingwood by 12 Docklands

 

Collingwood vs Bulldogs Recent Trends

  • Last 5 meetings: Collingwood 2, Bulldogs 2.
  • Average winning margin: 10.0 points across the 4-match sample since 2023.
  • Biggest result: Bulldogs by 18 (Collingwood 82–100 Western Bulldogs, Round 12 2024).
  • Both teams 80+: 2 of 4 meetings (50%) saw both sides post 80 or more.
  • Home-team win rate: 25% of meetings since 2023 — useful context for line markets.

Venue, Tickets & How to Watch Collingwood vs Bulldogs

The Collingwood Magpies play home matches at the MCG. The Western Bulldogs are based at Marvel Stadium. Home-ground advantage matters — note the 25% home-team win rate in this fixture’s recent history.

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

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 Bulldogs Betting Angles

Three angles that hold up across the 4-meeting series since 2023:

  • Lean home team on the line. The host has won 25% of meetings in this fixture — meaningful tilt when assessing the spread.
  • Totals context. Both teams have posted 80+ in 2 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.

Collingwood vs Bulldogs FAQs

Who has won more Collingwood vs Bulldogs matches?
Since 2023 the series is level at 2-2. Average scoreline: Collingwood 85 – Bulldogs 86.

What was the biggest Collingwood vs Bulldogs result?
Bulldogs by 18 points (Collingwood 82–100 Western Bulldogs, Round 12 2024).

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

Where can I bet on Collingwood vs Bulldogs?
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