Collingwood Magpies (8-6-2) will desperately be looking to bounce back to winning ways when they face Geelong Cats (10-6) at the MCG on Friday night.
The Magpies find themselves with plenty of problems following back-to-back two-goal losses to the Gold Coast and Essendon, which dropped them out of the top eight. Not only that, but they've suffered additional injuries, the most recent being Brody Mihocek and Isaac Quaynor.
A serious question has to be asked about the reigning premiers' chances of even featuring in postseason action this season with a tricky fixture list ahead. They face Geelong (H), Hawthorn (A), Richmond (H), Carlton (H), Sydney (A), Brisbane (H) & Melbourne (A).
Meanwhile, Geelong have moved within two points of the top four after defeating Essendon and rival Hawthorn in the previous two rounds.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch Collingwood vs Geelong in the AFL, plus plenty more.
Collingwood vs Geelong date and start time
| Date | Friday, July 12, 2024 |
| Start time | 7:40 pm AEST/ 5:40pm ACST/ 4:40pm AWST |
| Venue | MCG |
| Location | Melbourne, Australia |
How to watch Collingwood vs Geelong on TV & stream live online
There are several options to watch the Collingwood vs Geelong AFL game in Australia, including Network Seven, Foxtel, Foxtel from Telstra, and Kayo Sports.
The best way to livestream the aforementioned AFL game is through Kayo with a seven-day free trial. It also does not have a lock-in contract or equipment fees, which means you can cancel anytime if you are no longer using it.
All you need to decide is whether you want to pick Kayo One at $25 per month (1 stream and up to HD), or Kayo Basic at $35 per month (2 streams and up to 4K).
What channel is Collingwood vs Geelong game on?
The game will be broadcast live on 7mate on free-to-air TV, and will also be available to watch via Fox Footy on pay TV. Triple M, ABC, AFL Nation and NEMBC Media (Spanish Radio) will provide the radio coverage.
Streaming the game with a VPN
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- How to set up and use a VPN service to stream the match
You can watch the game from wherever you are in the world by using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) service such as NordVPN/ ExpressVPN. A VPN will allow you to create a secure connection online when you are abroad on holiday or for work and you want to stream the game live.
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Here’s an easy step-by-step guide on how to use a VPN to watch a game when you are overseas:
- Install VPN of your choice - see our reviews here for the best options.
- Select the location you wish to connect to. This is easy - if you are visiting the UK and you wish to continue watching one of your U.S. streaming services, you would select the US.
- Grab the popcorn and get ready to watch!
Collingwood vs Geelong team news
Collingwood Magpies
Ruckman Darcy Cameron has been allowed to play after suffering an injured rib in the defeat to Essendon. Jamie Elliott, Oleg Markov, John Noble, and Isaac Qauynor will all have to pass fitness tests before being picked to play.
Brody Mihocek will miss the rest of the season due to a pectoral injury, while Beau McCreery is likely to be out for 3-5 weeks. Mason Cox might return as soon as next week, but considering his age and body type, two weeks seems more likely.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Rucks | Cameron, Kreuger, Steene, Begg, Cox |
| Defenders | Carmichael, Frampton, Murphy, Moore, Eyre, Howe, Dean, Quaynor, Maynard, Noble, Jiath, Ryan, Markov, Parker |
| Midfielders | De Goey, Mitchell, Daicos, Pendlebury, Demattia, Allan, Sidebottom, Crisp, Bytel, Hoskin-Elliott, Sullivan, Nick Daicos |
| Forwards | McStay, McInnes, Johnson, Mihocek, Johnson, Lipinski, Elliott, Schultz, Carmichael, Macrae, Hill, Richards, McCreery, Richards, Harrison, McInnes, Johnson, Mihocek |
Geelong Cats
Cam Guthrie is claimed to be making good progress in his recovery from an achilles injury, although the schedule has been pushed back on many times. Oli Wiltshire is expected to return from his pelvic injury within the next month. Tom Hawkins will be sidelined for 6-8 weeks due to a foot ailment, while Tanner Bruhn will take longer.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Rucks | Stanley, Conway, Edwards, Humphries, Neale, Furphy, Blicavs |
| Defenders | Kolodjashnij, O'Sullivan, De Koning, Bews, Guthrie, Henry, Jeka, Bowes, Duncan, Atkins, Murdoch, Mullin, Mark |
| Midfielders | Tuohy, Parfitt, Bruhn, Mannagh, Holmes, Knevitt, Stevens, Willis, Wiltshire, Clark, Guthrie, Hardie |
| Forwards | Cameron, Stengle, Foster, Hawkins, Dempsey, Close, Rohan, Stewart, Clohesy |
Collingwood vs Geelong Form
Collingwood Magpies: LWWLL
| Round | Match |
|---|---|
| R17 | Collingwood 80-92 Essendon |
| R16 | Gold Coast 101-90 Collingwood |
| R14 | North Melbourne 118-119 Collingwood |
| R13 | Collingwood 89-51 Melbourne |
| R12 | Collingwood 82-100 Western Bulldogs |
Geelong Cats: WLLWW
| Round | Match |
|---|---|
| R17 | Geelong 110-59 Hawthorn |
| R16 | Geelong 105-60 Essendon |
| R15 | Carlton 138-75 Geelong |
| R13 | Sydney 112-82 Geelong |
| R12 | Geelong 99-69 Richmond |
Head-to-Head Results
| Year | Match |
|---|---|
| 2023 | Magpies 109-101 Cats |
| 2023 | Cats 103-125 Magpies |
| 2022 | Cats 78-72 Magpies |
| 2022 | Magpies 91-104 Cats |
| 2021 | Magpies 51-61 Cats |