There are two Friday night games in Round 24 of the 2025 AFL season and the first of those to get underway will be Collingwood vs Melbourne at the MCG. The Magpies simply have to win to give themselves a chance of a top four finish, while the Demons will be out to spoil the party.
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Collingwood vs Melbourne Prediction & Betting Tips: AFL 2025 Round 24
Better Showing from the Magpies
The final round of the home-and-away season continue with a Friday night blockbuster between two traditional rivals, as Collingwood hosts Melbourne at the MCG. The Magpies enter the clash desperate to lock in top four position after a tumultuous month. While they ultimately went down to the ladder-leading Crows by three points in a thriller last weekend, the performance was a significant step in the right direction. After a string of poor losses, Collingwood rediscovered their defensive steel and contested hunger, pushing the premiership favourites to the absolute limit in front of a hostile Adelaide Oval crowd. Despite a fifth loss in six games, the fight and spirit shown was a timely reminder of what Craig McRae's side is capable of, and they will be confident of building on that platform.
Demons With Decisions to Make
Melbourne, on the other hand, limps into the final round with their season over. They were thoroughly outplayed in a 36-point defeat to Hawthorn last weekend to make it nine losses from their past 11 matches. The performance was lacklustre and devoid of the intensity required to match it with the hungry Hawks. With little more than pride to play for, the Demons will be looking to finish the season on a high note before the board makes decisions on the shape of the list moving forward.
Recent History
Recent history between these two clubs has been overwhelmingly in Collingwood's favour. The Magpies have won seven of the past eight encounters, including a thrilling one-point victory in their King's Birthday clash earlier this season. Melbourne has consistently struggled to match Collingwood's pressure and system, with the Magpies' dominance in this fixture becoming a significant psychological hurdle for the Demons to overcome.
Magpies or Demons? Here’s Our Collingwood vs Melbourne Tip
Given the contrasting talent levels and the stakes at play, it's hard to see anything other than a comfortable Collingwood victory. The Magpies showed last week that they are rediscovering their best football at the right time of year, and with a top four spot on the line, they will be fiercely motivated. Melbourne appears to be a team simply counting down the days until their season is over. Expect Collingwood's superior pressure and system to overwhelm the Demons, leading to a convincing win that easily covers the -21.5 point spread.
Collingwood –21.5
$1.90 (1.5 Units)
Collingwood vs Melbourne Prop Bet
Here’s Our Best Prop Bet: Langford Anytime
One of the shining lights for the Demons in a relatively tough year has been Harvey Langford. He’s had a terrific first season in the competition and has been hitting the scoreboard with regularity over the past month. Langford has kicked at least one goal in each of his last four outings including a bag of three a couple of weeks ago. He remains really strong value here.
Harvey Langford Score Anytime
$3.25
Collingwood vs Melbourne Same Game Multi
Collingwood to Win: It’s just a huge occasion for the Magpies and I expect them to find a way to win.
Jamie Elliott 2+ Goals: After a bit of a quiet spell for a few weeks there, Elliott kicked multiple goals last weekend against the Crows in a low-scoring affair. He’s had a phenomenal year and will get his chances again on Friday night.
Harvey Langford Score Anytime: See best prop bet above for reasoning.
Same Game Multi Odds: $5.00 at Dabble
Collingwood vs Melbourne Betting Odds & Match Info
Date: Friday, August 22nd 2025
Time: 7:10pm AEST
Location: MCG, Melbourne
Odds: Collingwood $1.28 vs Melbourne $3.60
Line: Collingwood –21.5
Points: 164.5
Where to Watch Collingwood vs Melbourne
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