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On April 2, 2026, the Brisbane Lions will host the Collingwood Magpies in what promises to be a competitive AFL clash at the Lions’ home ground. Both teams come into this match with contrasting recent forms; Brisbane has struggled, recording no victories in their last two contests, while Collingwood recently secured a win, showcasing a bit more form.
The Lions will need to address their performance issues, as consistency has eluded them in recent outings. Their tactical approach may rely on aggressive midfield play and quick transitions, potentially taking advantage of home ground conditions. Conversely, Collingwood’s recent success suggests a potential advantage. They may adopt a disciplined defensive strategy while capitalizing on counter-attacking opportunities, which could exploit any defensive frailties in the Lions’ setup.
Bookmakers have the Lions favored at odds of 1.38, indicating confidence in their home advantage, though Collingwood at 3.1 offers tempting value for those seeking an upset. While form suggests a competitive match is on the cards, both teams must deliver their best performances to secure the win. As such, fans can expect an intense contest where tactical execution will be crucial, and no outcome can be taken for granted.
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| Brisbane 67.9% |
Collingwood 32.1% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
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1.38 | 2.75 |
Latest Results
| 14.03.26 Sydney Swans – Brisbane Lions – 104:60 07.03.26 Brisbane Lions – Western Bulldogs – 106:111 27.09.25 Geelong Cats – Brisbane Lions – 75:122 20.09.25 Collingwood Magpies – Brisbane Lions – 71:100 13.09.25 Brisbane Lions – Gold Coast Suns – 100:47 |
14.03.26 Collingwood Magpies – Adelaide Crows – 79:93 08.03.26 St Kilda Saints – Collingwood Magpies – 66:78 20.09.25 Collingwood Magpies – Brisbane Lions – 71:100 04.09.25 Adelaide Crows – Collingwood Magpies – 55:79 22.08.25 Collingwood Magpies – Melbourne Demons – 82:76 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 20.09.25 Collingwood Magpies – Brisbane Lions – 71:100 02.08.25 Collingwood Magpies – Brisbane Lions – 65:92 17.04.25 Brisbane Lions – Collingwood Magpies – 53:105 17.08.24 Collingwood Magpies – Brisbane Lions – 79:78 28.03.24 Brisbane Lions – Collingwood Magpies – 72:92 |
Standings
2026
| Pl | W | D | L | %% | Pts | |||
| 1 | Gold Coast Suns | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 384:201 | 191.04 | 12 |
| 2 | Western Bulldogs | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 339:247 | 137.25 | 12 |
| 3 | Sydney Swans | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 318:228 | 139.47 | 8 |
| 4 | Hawthorn Hawks | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 339:287 | 118.12 | 8 |
| 5 | Geelong Cats | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 247:285 | 86.67 | 8 |
| 6 | Fremantle Dockers | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 218:180 | 121.11 | 4 |
| 7 | North Melbourne | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 207:178 | 116.29 | 4 |
| 8 | Port Adelaide Power | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 200:183 | 109.29 | 4 |
| 9 | Adelaide Crows | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 241:241 | 100.00 | 4 |
| 10 | Collingwood Magpies | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 157:159 | 98.74 | 4 |
| 11 | St Kilda Saints | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 251:272 | 92.28 | 4 |
| 12 | Melbourne Demons | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 190:225 | 84.44 | 4 |
| 13 | West Coast Eagles | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 183:225 | 81.33 | 4 |
| 14 | GWS Giants | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 249:307 | 81.11 | 4 |
| 15 | Carlton Blues | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 144:203 | 70.94 | 4 |
| 16 | Brisbane Lions | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 166:215 | 77.21 | 0 |
| 17 | Richmond Tigers | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 131:203 | 64.53 | 0 |
| 18 | Essendon Bombers | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 153:278 | 55.04 | 0 |
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