Premierships by Year

Collingwood have won 16 senior premierships, making them one of the most successful clubs in league history.

Premiership years:
1902, 1903, 1910, 1917, 1919, 1927, 1928, 1929, 1930, 1935, 1958, 1990, 2010, 2023
(2010 premiership won after a grand final replay)

Notable Eras

• 1927–1930: Four consecutive premierships — a record that still stands

• 1958: Famous upset win over Melbourne, ending the Demons’ dynasty

• 1990: First premiership of the AFL era

• 2010 & 2023: Modern premierships that re-established Collingwood as a powerhouse

Collingwood have also finished runners-up more times than any other club, highlighting just how often they have been in contention.

Club Legends

• Gordon Coventry – One of the game’s earliest goal-kicking superstars

• Lou Richards – Premiership captain and later media icon

• Peter Daicos – Widely regarded as one of the most skilful players of all time

• Nathan Buckley – Brownlow Medallist and long-serving captain

• Scott Pendlebury – Record-holding captain and modern club icon

Influential Coaches

• Jock McHale: Coached Collingwood to eight premierships

• Leigh Matthews: Led the club during a dominant era as both player and coach

• Modern coaches: Continued the club’s tradition of competitive, pressure-based football

Where Do Collingwood Play Their Home Games?

Collingwood are a full-time tenant of the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the largest stadium in Australia.

• Capacity: 100,000+

• Typical crowd: Among the highest in the AFL every season

Home vs Away Performance

Historically, Collingwood perform strongly at the MCG due to:

• Familiar ground dimensions

• Vocal home support

• Regular exposure to high-pressure, big-crowd matches

Interstate games can present a different challenge, particularly against West Coast, Brisbane and Fremantle, where travel and conditions often influence performance.

Collingwood vs Carlton

One of the most famous rivalries in Australian sport, dating back more than a century. Matches between these clubs regularly attract blockbuster crowds regardless of ladder position.

Collingwood vs Essendon

Another traditional rivalry built on finals clashes, close games and shared supporter bases in Victoria.

Modern Rivalries

• Richmond

• Melbourne

• Geelong

These matchups often generate strong betting interest due to their unpredictability and intensity.

Collingwood have played more matches against Carlton and Essendon than any other clubs, with relatively even win-loss records over the long term.

Against newer AFL clubs, Collingwood generally hold stronger historical records, particularly at the MCG. Head-to-head form can vary significantly depending on venue and era, making matchup context important when assessing upcoming games.

How Collingwood Perform as Favourites

When installed as favourites, Collingwood often:

• Start games strongly

• Apply sustained forward pressure

• Perform well in close finishes

They have historically been reliable favourites at the MCG but can be more volatile when heavily favoured interstate.

As Underdogs

Collingwood have built a reputation for thriving in high-pressure, close contests. As underdogs, they often:

• Keep margins tight

• Cover the line

• Perform well in low-scoring matches

Totals and Game Style

Collingwood games frequently feature:

• Competitive scoring margins

• Finals-like intensity

• Strong fourth-quarter efforts

Totals betting outcomes often depend on opponent style and venue rather than Collingwood alone.

Collingwood have appeared in more finals and grand finals than any other club. While their grand final record has drawn attention over the years, the Magpies consistently:

• Qualify for finals across multiple eras

• Win close elimination and qualifying finals

• Perform well in pressure environments

Finals experience has long been a defining characteristic of the club.