People First Stadium will play host to Friday's Round 18 AFL game between Gold Coast SUNS and Collingwood. The game kicks off at 7:40 pm with Collingwood heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Gold Coast SUNS vs. Collingwood game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Friday July 11, 2025 at 7:40 pm

Where: People First Stadium

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Gold Coast SUNS vs Collingwood Preview

Gold Coast will look to announce itself as a true contender when it hosts ladder-leaders Collingwood at People First Stadium on Friday night. The Suns cruised to a 41-point win over a depleted Essendon last week but face a far sterner test against a Magpies outfit that has dropped just one of its past 15 matches.

While Gold Coast claimed a memorable 101-90 win in last year’s clash—driven by Noah Anderson’s 39-disposal effort—they’ve since dropped their past three games against current top-eight sides, raising questions about their ability to match the best. Collingwood, meanwhile, is in ominous form after dismantling Carlton by 56 points, with Nick Daicos starring once again.

Daicos also impressed in last year’s loss to the Suns, collecting 32 disposals, two goals and nearly 700 metres gained. With momentum, experience and depth on their side, the Magpies will start firm favourites, but the Suns have already shown they’re capable of springing a surprise at home.