North Melbourne v Collingwood Preview, Marvel Stadium

A week after winning their first game of the season, North will likely come crashing back
down to earth this weekend. From beating last year’s wooden spooners – West Coast – to
coming up against the reigning premiers. Even though Collingwood are still without a host of
injured stars, the Magpies keep finding soldiers to fill the void and continue their revival
following a sluggish start to the season. Collingwood should look to boost their percentage in
this one.

The recent clash between North Melbourne and Collingwood at Marvel Stadium offered punters some valuable AFL Betting Tips heading into the next set of matches. Collingwood emerged as strong finishers, pulling away with a commanding fourth quarter to secure a 45-point win after the match was on a knife’s edge at three-quarter time. North held a narrow lead at half time and displayed promising form through players like Cameron Zurhaar and Riley Hardeman, but Collingwood’s class and depth took over, particularly with the Daicos brothers starring in the midfield.

For those weighing up their next AFL prediction, it’s hard to overlook Collingwood’s form. The Magpies notched a 15–5 record by Round 21 and sit near the top of the ladder, combining attacking firepower with defensive solidity. North Melbourne, on the other hand, have shown signs of improvement but are still struggling for consistency, despite their determined showings in high-profile fixtures this season.

If you’re searching for practical AFL Tips, the stats suggest Collingwood remain the safer pick, with many betting previews giving them a distinct edge, although some analytics rate North as a potential value play for line bets. As always, current matchups, key outs, and recent performances should shape your approach to the next round of AFL betting.

TIP: Collingwood by 45 points, Josh Daicos to have 25 or more possessions