Collingwood vs. West Coast Eagles – Marvel Stadium, 1:00 PM (AEST)

Collingwood, gathering steam after recent successes, confronts West Coast at Marvel Stadium. The Magpies’ cohesive team play and tactical acumen should see them favored heavily against an Eagles side hampered by injuries and inconsistent form. Expect Collingwood to exploit their home advantage and continue their ascent up the ladder.

Prediction: Collingwood to win decisively. Nick Daicos 30+ disposals

Anyone hunting for AFL Betting Tips on this one should start with the recent scoreboard. Collingwood beat West Coast 92 to 82 at the MCG in May, then won again in Perth in August, 117 to 98. The Eagles had lost five in a row going into that second meeting, so their defence has been leaking. Collingwood’s season has been patchy too, which keeps this from being a lock. The AFL prediction here leans Magpies, mostly because their marking and inside 50 averages sit above West Coast’s. Check team news before kick-off, since a late change can shift AFL tips.