AFL 2017 - R7 - Collingwood v Carlton 14:10 AEST, MCG

[_Mike_]

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Forecast for the rest of Saturday
Summary

Max 18
Showers developing. Windy.
Possible rainfall: 1 to 4 mm
Chance of any rain: 90%

Melbourne area
Sunny at first, then cloud increasing late morning. High (80%) chance of showers from the late morning. Possible hail this evening. Winds north to northwesterly 25 to 35 km/h turning westerly in the afternoon.

Preview

Collingwood's resounding upset victory over the previously undefeated Geelong has injected new optimism into the Pies' season. But if the Magpies were under pressure last week to atone for a poor Anzac Day showing, tension will be at fever pitch for their clash with old enemy Carlton. If the Pies are to have any chance of making a run at the top eight, a win over old enemy Carlton is a non-negotiable. And it won't be easy given it will be Collingwood's third game in just 12 days, and the Blues will also be aiming for their third win after a boilover victory of their own against winless Sydney. However, the Pies' improving midfield – enhanced by former Roo Daniel Wells – should have too much power for the Blues in what would provide the Magpie Army with the perfect celebration for the club's 125th birthday.

The last time these teams met it wasn't a memorable night – in perfect conditions only 14 goals were scored. Pies skipper Scott Pendlebury was best-afield with 34 disposals, eight clearances and a goal.

No two teams have played each other more than Collingwood and Carlton. They've met 253 times, with the Blues just holding sway – 126 to 123, with four draws. However, the Magpies have won seven of the past eight.

Prediction: Collingwood by 22

 

[Bluelegs]

Have a feeling about Carlton today. Think they're a more organised side than Collingwood.

 

[Power Raid]

which pies will we see today? the giant killer performance of last week?

Regardless of the result, I'm hoping for a great game

 

[puntking]

giving the blues a good chance in this pies very up and down

 

[ThirdLegUp]

All depends on which Collingwood shows up...

*Drumroll*


They have been rather Black and White this year...

 

[Great8]

Come on Collingwood, you are the lesser of two evils

 

[james Dean]

Collingwood's 3 games in 11 days could be a factor if it is close late in the game.

Pies' midfield is far superior on paper though and should win

 

[ThirtyThr33]

What does the squiggle say?

 

[Jim Prideaux]

Weather looks like it will be absolutely putrid this afternoon, could be an old fashioned slog.

 

[Kram]

Collingwood in a tight one.

 

[rumply]

Wells being 'rested' - rushes off to change tip....

 

[rumply]

Weather looks like it will be absolutely putrid this afternoon, could be an old fashioned slog.

Blues did alright last time in the wet, but Thomas in & Silvagni out just doesnt do it for me, sticking with the Pies.

 

[Zevon]

Pies must win these if they're any chance to make finals, but geez 3 games in 11 days makes it tough. I've tipped Collingwood but won't be at all surprised if the Blues pinch this.

 

[Gavin Excell]

Wells being 'rested' - rushes off to change tip....

Rested? Played 2 games from 6?

 

[rumply]

Rested? Played 2 games from 6?

yeah rested apparently, easing him back into it....

 

[aussiedude]

Rested? Played 2 games from 6?

History of soft tissue injury. asking him to play 3 games in 12 days and wet ground without injuring something is a big ask. I was shocked we even named him Thursday.

We did the same with Reid lastweek.

 

[SuperSteele22]

Rested? Played 2 games from 6?

Makes perfect sense if you ask me. 3 games in 12 days would be stretching it a bit for a 32yo with a history of soft tissue injuries after an interrupted preseason, would it not?

 

[DrEvil_]

Collingwood the better team, Carlton the better coach. Interesting contest this one.

 

[Chaisa]

How is no-one able to score a point in 10 minutes?

Granted it's wet and both sides have had enough trouble scoring in dry conditions...

 

[PendlesPremiers]

Very disappointed in the thought processes and policies that lead to Collingwood wearing black and white striped tops with black shorts and Carlton wearing navy tops with white shorts. Really frustrating to watch.

 

[ThirtyThr33]

Great game so far

 

[vaughany]

When was it announced that Wells wasn't playing?

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[RUNVS]

"No team has had a goalless first term this season"

You know, except for the other game that is being played right now.

 

[mxett]

favourite Blues player. Well done Simpson

 

[teknodeejay]

Flap me Roos why don't you go sit in the Collingwood cheer squad you want to barrack that hard for them.