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

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Melbourne vs Collingwood AFL Tips & Predictions

Welcome to BettingPro’s evergreen hub for Melbourne vs Collingwood AFL — 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 Collingwood holding a 4-game edge (1-5). Also searched as Collingwood vs Melbourne, Demons vs Magpies, and Magpies vs Demons. For weekly AFL coverage, head to our AFL tips hub or AFL round-by-round predictions.

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Melbourne vs Collingwood — 2026 Form Snapshot

2026 Snapshot Melbourne Collingwood
2026 record 7-4 (11 played) 4-6-1 (11 played)
Points for / against 1100 / 1076 (+24) 902 / 913 (-11)
Last 5 (most recent first) LWWLW LLLDW
Last result R12 vs GWS · 70-119 (↓ L) R12 vs Bulldogs · 93-97 (↓ L)

 

When do Melbourne and Collingwood 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.

Melbourne vs Collingwood Head to Head (since 2023)

Played Melbourne wins Collingwood wins Draws Avg score Current streak
6 1 5 0 62–78 Collingwood · 5

 

Last 6 Melbourne vs Collingwood Meetings

Round Home Score Away Result Venue
Round 24 2025 Collingwood 82 – 76 Melbourne Collingwood by 6 M.C.G.
Round 13 2025 Melbourne 71 – 72 Collingwood Collingwood by 1 M.C.G.
Round 24 2024 Melbourne 57 – 103 Collingwood Collingwood by 46 M.C.G.
Round 13 2024 Collingwood 89 – 51 Melbourne Collingwood by 38 M.C.G.
Finals Week 1 2023 Collingwood 60 – 53 Melbourne Collingwood by 7 M.C.G.
Round 13 2023 Melbourne 66 – 62 Collingwood Melbourne by 4 M.C.G.

 

Melbourne vs Collingwood Recent Trends

  • Last 5 meetings: Melbourne 0, Collingwood 5.
  • Average winning margin: 17.0 points across the 6-match sample since 2023.
  • Biggest result: Collingwood by 46 (Melbourne 57–103 Collingwood, Round 24 2024).
  • Both teams 80+: 0 of 6 meetings (0%) saw both sides post 80 or more.
  • Home-team win rate: 67% of meetings since 2023 — useful context for line markets.
  • Current streak: Collingwood have won the last 5 meetings.

Venue, Tickets & How to Watch Melbourne vs Collingwood

The Melbourne Demons play home matches at the MCG. The Collingwood Magpies are based at the MCG. Home-ground advantage matters — note the 67% home-team win rate in this fixture’s recent history.

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

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.

Melbourne vs Collingwood Betting Angles

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

  • Lean home team on the line. The host has won 67% of meetings in this fixture — meaningful tilt when assessing the spread.
  • Totals context. Both teams have posted 80+ in 0 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.

Melbourne vs Collingwood FAQs

Who has won more Melbourne vs Collingwood matches?
Since 2023 the Collingwood lead the head-to-head 5-1. Average scoreline: Melbourne 62 – Collingwood 78.

What was the biggest Melbourne vs Collingwood result?
Collingwood by 46 points (Melbourne 57–103 Collingwood, Round 24 2024).

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

Where can I bet on Melbourne vs Collingwood?
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