MCG will play host to Friday's Round 24 AFL game between Collingwood Magpies and Brisbane Lions. The game kicks off at 7:40 pm with Brisbane Lions heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Collingwood Magpies vs. Brisbane Lions game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Friday August 21, 2026 at 7:40 pm

Where: MCG

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Collingwood Magpies vs Brisbane Lions Preview

Brisbane reaches the MCG as one of the competition’s form sides after beating Gold Coast 95-53 for its ninth win in 10 matches. Will Ashcroft drove that result with 31 disposals and a goal, and the Lions can secure third place with another victory. Collingwood drew 92-92 with Hawthorn last week, the second tie between those clubs this season, as Nick Daicos gathered 36 disposals and Beau McCreery delivered a career-best 22 touches, 12 tackles and a goal. The Magpies have effectively secured a Wildcard berth and may manage players, while Isaac Quaynor is unavailable. Brisbane won the Round 4 meeting 119-65 and brings the more settled side, though Collingwood’s pressure game can still make the contest uncomfortable.