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 look to keep its top-four hopes alive when it meets Melbourne under the MCG lights on Friday night. The Magpies pushed ladder leader Adelaide to the brink in last week’s 59-56 thriller, but the narrow defeat means they now need a win — and a little help from elsewhere — to secure the prized double chance in September. Craig McRae’s men have thrived in big moments this year and will be eager to build momentum heading into finals.

Melbourne, meanwhile, has turned its attention to 2026 after a 92-56 loss to Hawthorn exposed more cracks in a difficult season. With Simon Goodwin recently shown the door, the Demons’ focus is firmly on finding a new coach to steer their rebuild. Collingwood edged Melbourne 72-71 on King’s Birthday in their last encounter — its fourth consecutive victory in this rivalry — and will be determined to make Friday night a far less nerve-racking affair.