Collingwood vs Carlton: Predictions, Odds & Betting Tips

We should see something close to a full house at the ‘G after last Saturday’s blockbuster between the Hawks and Blues was dampened due to the weather. 

Riding a four-game purple patch, Collingwood are suddenly the hottest team in the competition, while the Blues will be hoping to make up for last week’s nine-goal drubbing that was far and away their worst performance since Josh Fraser took over.  

Recent history suggests this one could be a close, low-scoring affair, but there are a few concerns for Collingwood defensively with Jeremy Howe and Lachie Schultz picking up minor injuries last week. 

Fortunately, Brownlow favourite Nick Daicos is fit and healthy. Collingwood’s star midfielder has collected 36 and 39 disposals respectively over his last two games against the Blues, while Carlton’s suspect back line was placed under enormous strain with both Dan McStay and Jamie Elliott enjoying their spoils of the goals.  

Collingwood are at their most dangerous when they control possession and ramp up the pressure in the forward half of the ground, and while the Blues have been much-improved over the last two months, it’s hard to read too much into a stockpile of wins against the likes of Essendon, West Coast, and Richmond. 

Prediction: Collingwood to Win @ $1.70 

Value: Collingwood 1-39 @ $2.25 

Player Pick: Jordan de Goey 2+ Goals @ $2.02