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Collingwood Magpies vs Geelong Cats predictions, Jul 30, 2026

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In an exciting matchup on July 30, 2026, the Collingwood Magpies will host the Geelong Cats at their home ground. Both teams enter this clash with contrasting recent performances, setting the stage for a compelling contest.

The Collingwood Magpies have shown remarkable form, clinching victory in all of their last five matches. Their recent success can be attributed to a cohesive team strategy, where effective ball movement and strong defensive structures have been key. The Magpies’ ability to capitalize on opponent errors and maintain possession will be critical in this fixture.

In contrast, the Geelong Cats have experienced a mixed bag in their last five outings, achieving two wins. While they remain a formidable competitor with a strong offense, their inconsistent form suggests vulnerabilities that Collingwood could exploit. The Cats will need to tighten their defense and enhance their midfield control to challenge the Magpies effectively.

According to bookmakers, Collingwood is slightly favored with odds of 2.1, while Geelong stands at 1.75. Our model indicates a close encounter, forecasting a 49.7% chance of Collingwood securing a home win and a marginal 50.3% likelihood for an away victory for Geelong. As with any matchup, especially one so finely balanced, outcomes remain unpredictable, and both teams will be keen to assert their dominance.

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Collingwood
46.8%		 Geelong
53.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 84:89

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
2.05 1.68
2.05 1.69

Latest Results

23.07.26 Adelaide Crows – Collingwood Magpies – 74:108
18.07.26 Collingwood Magpies – Carlton Blues – 90:69
10.07.26 Collingwood Magpies – North Melbourne Kangaroos – 89:85
04.07.26 Gold Coast Suns – Collingwood Magpies – 98:104
27.06.26 Collingwood Magpies – Richmond Tigers – 106:72		 16.07.26 Geelong Cats – St Kilda Saints – 102:75
11.07.26 Greater Western Sydney Giants – Geelong Cats – 86:73
02.07.26 Geelong Cats – Brisbane Lions – 101:123
18.06.26 Fremantle Dockers – Geelong Cats – 99:90
12.06.26 Geelong Cats – Gold Coast Suns – 105:60

Facts

  • Enjoy a game between evenly matched mid-table sides (ranked 7 in the zone Promotion ~ AFL (Play Offs: ) and 9 in the zone Promotion ~ AFL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Collingwood won 2.
  • Collingwood is in fantastic form, winning most of its recent matches (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • Geelong‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Geelong may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • We predict that Collingwood will win today’s game, with odds of 2.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Collingwood won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 1580:1674. (average 79:83.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Collingwood won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 817:922. (average 74.3:83.8).

    Latest Head To Head

    09.05.26 Geelong Cats – Collingwood Magpies – 122:68
    03.05.25 Collingwood Magpies – Geelong Cats – 87:90
    12.07.24 Collingwood Magpies – Geelong Cats – 71:91
    11.08.23 Collingwood Magpies – Geelong Cats – 109:101
    17.03.23 Geelong Cats – Collingwood Magpies – 103:125

    Standings

    2026

    Pl W D L %% Pts
    1 Fremantle Dockers 18 16 0 2 1793:1263 141.96 64
    2 Sydney Swans 18 13 0 5 1895:1477 128.30 52
    3 Hawthorn Hawks 18 12 1 5 1772:1497 118.37 50
    4 Brisbane Lions 18 12 0 6 1916:1626 117.84 48
    5 Adelaide Crows 19 12 0 7 1716:1509 113.72 48
    6 Melbourne Demons 18 12 0 6 1758:1604 109.60 48
    7 Collingwood Magpies 19 11 1 7 1644:1528 107.59 46
    8 Western Bulldogs 18 11 0 7 1488:1597 93.17 44
    9 Geelong Cats 18 10 0 8 1766:1520 116.18 40
    10 St Kilda Saints 18 8 0 10 1613:1551 104.00 32
    11 GWS Giants 18 8 0 10 1621:1600 101.31 32
    12 Carlton Blues 18 8 0 10 1436:1577 91.06 32
    13 North Melbourne 18 8 0 10 1507:1658 90.89 32
    14 Gold Coast Suns 18 7 0 11 1574:1652 95.28 28
    15 Port Adelaide Power 18 6 0 12 1443:1453 99.31 24
    16 West Coast Eagles 18 4 0 14 1300:1802 72.14 16
    17 Essendon Bombers 18 2 0 16 1268:1867 67.92 8
    18 Richmond Tigers 18 2 0 16 1176:1905 61.73 8

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