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Collingwood Tops AFL Ladder After Tenth Straight Win Over Adelaide

The Magpies secured an 11.12 (78) to 10.8 (68) victory in wintry conditions at the MCG, with key performances and contentious umpiring decisions shaping the match.

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Overview

  • Collingwood extended their winning streak over Adelaide to 10 games, dating back to 2018, with a hard-fought 10-point win.
  • The victory moved the Magpies to an 8-2 record, placing them at the top of the AFL ladder as the midseason competition intensifies.
  • Two controversial third-quarter free kicks proved pivotal, sparking debate about their influence on the match's outcome.
  • Key contributions from Jamie Elliott, Jeremy Howe, Scott Pendlebury, and the Daicos brothers helped secure the win in challenging rainy conditions.
  • A crowd of 67,697 set a record for the largest home-and-away attendance between the two clubs, underscoring the rivalry's significance.