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The upcoming clash between the Melbourne Demons and the Carlton Blues promises to be an intriguing encounter on August 29, 2026, at the Demons’ home ground. Recent performances highlight a notable contrast in form, as the Blues are riding a wave of momentum with four wins from their last five matches, showcasing a potent offense and resilient defense. In contrast, the Demons have managed to secure three victories in their previous five outings, indicating they are competitive but may struggle against a high-flying opponent like Carlton.
Bookmakers have made Carlton the favorites with odds at 1.72, reflecting their recent success and stronger overall performance this season. Melbourne’s odds stand at 2.05, suggesting they remain a formidable opponent, particularly on home soil.
Statistical models support the trend, indicating a 69.1% probability of an away win for Carlton, which could be attributed to their tactical flexibility and ability to adapt mid-game. Meanwhile, Melbourne will need to leverage their home advantage to disrupt the opposition’s rhythm.
While Carlton’s form suggests they could continue their winning streak, Melbourne’s capability cannot be overlooked. Fans can anticipate a tightly contested match, with the potential for either side to claim victory. As always in sports, outcomes remain uncertain.
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| Melbourne 44.8% |
Carlton 55.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 83:88
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.05 | 1.68 | ||
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2.07 | 1.68 |
Latest Results
| 22.08.26 Melbourne Demons – Western Bulldogs – 87:108 15.08.26 Port Adelaide Power – Melbourne Demons – 56:132 07.08.26 Melbourne Demons – Fremantle Dockers – 113:109 02.08.26 Gold Coast Suns – Melbourne Demons – 105:114 24.07.26 Melbourne Demons – Geelong Cats – 97:117 |
21.08.26 Carlton Blues – Fremantle Dockers – 119:82 16.08.26 Western Bulldogs – Carlton Blues – 82:82 09.08.26 St Kilda Saints – Carlton Blues – 62:106 01.08.26 Carlton Blues – Brisbane Lions – 154:78 24.07.26 Carlton Blues – Gold Coast Suns – 110:97 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 29.03.26 Carlton Blues – Melbourne Demons – 77:100 19.07.25 Carlton Blues – Melbourne Demons – 78:70 09.05.24 Carlton Blues – Melbourne Demons – 77:76 28.02.24 Carlton Blues – Melbourne Demons – 63:101 15.09.23 Melbourne Demons – Carlton Blues – 71:73 |
Standings
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| Pl | W | D | L | %% | Pts | |||
| 1 | Fremantle Dockers | 23 | 19 | 0 | 4 | 2286:1666 | 137.21 | 76 |
| 2 | Sydney Swans | 23 | 18 | 0 | 5 | 2543:1869 | 136.06 | 72 |
| 3 | Brisbane Lions | 23 | 16 | 0 | 7 | 2499:2054 | 121.67 | 64 |
| 4 | Hawthorn Hawks | 23 | 15 | 2 | 6 | 2260:1881 | 120.15 | 64 |
| 5 | Geelong Cats | 23 | 15 | 0 | 8 | 2355:1925 | 122.34 | 60 |
| 6 | Adelaide Crows | 23 | 15 | 0 | 8 | 2169:1849 | 117.31 | 60 |
| 7 | Melbourne Demons | 23 | 15 | 0 | 8 | 2301:2099 | 109.62 | 60 |
| 8 | Western Bulldogs | 23 | 13 | 1 | 9 | 1901:1992 | 95.43 | 54 |
| 9 | Collingwood Magpies | 23 | 12 | 2 | 9 | 2021:1974 | 102.38 | 52 |
| 10 | Carlton Blues | 23 | 12 | 1 | 10 | 2007:1978 | 101.47 | 50 |
| 11 | St Kilda Saints | 23 | 10 | 0 | 13 | 2030:1974 | 102.84 | 40 |
| 12 | GWS Giants | 23 | 10 | 0 | 13 | 2073:2095 | 98.95 | 40 |
| 13 | Gold Coast Suns | 23 | 9 | 0 | 14 | 2011:2128 | 94.50 | 36 |
| 14 | North Melbourne | 23 | 9 | 0 | 14 | 1932:2175 | 88.83 | 36 |
| 15 | Port Adelaide Power | 23 | 7 | 0 | 16 | 1803:2048 | 88.04 | 28 |
| 16 | West Coast Eagles | 23 | 4 | 0 | 19 | 1615:2333 | 69.22 | 16 |
| 17 | Richmond Tigers | 23 | 3 | 0 | 20 | 1483:2373 | 62.49 | 12 |
| 18 | Essendon Bombers | 23 | 2 | 0 | 21 | 1601:2477 | 64.63 | 8 |
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