MCG will play host to Friday's Round 24 AFL game between Collingwood and Melbourne. The game kicks off at 7:10 pm with Collingwood heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Collingwood vs. Melbourne game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Friday August 22, 2025 at 7:10 pm

Where: MCG

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Collingwood vs Melbourne Preview

Collingwood will aim to keep its top-four prospects alive when it faces Melbourne at the MCG on Friday night. The Magpies pushed ladder-leader Adelaide all the way in a 59-56 thriller last week, but the narrow defeat leaves them needing not only victory but also favourable results elsewhere to secure a double chance in September. Craig McRae’s side has generally thrived in big games this season and will want to take momentum into finals.

Melbourne, by contrast, is already planning for next year after a 92-56 loss to Hawthorn underlined its struggles. With Simon Goodwin recently dismissed, the Demons’ attention has shifted to a coaching appointment that will shape their rebuild. Collingwood edged the Dees 72-71 on King’s Birthday in their previous clash — their fourth straight win in this rivalry — and will be determined to make Friday night’s task a more straightforward one.