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Collingwood Magpies vs. GWS Giants prediction: Why Magpies are favored to win Friday's AFL Round 3 matchup [3/27/2026]
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Written by Damien Souness, Chief Innovation Officer
Get Collingwood Magpies vs GWS Giants predictions for AFL Friday.
The Collingwood Magpies will take on the GWS Giants in Australian Football League (AFL) action at Marvel Stadium on Friday, beginning at 4:40 AM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven AFL model projects the Magpies as the most likely winner of the Giants vs. Magpies game.
This article offers further insights into Friday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
Magpies vs. Giants prediction: Who will win Round 3 game?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Friday's AFL matchup between the Giants and Magpies, forming part of our AFL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Magpies a 67% chance of defeating the Giants.
According to our model, the Giants (+17.5) have a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the 177.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
GWS vs. Collingwood odds
We have sourced the best AFL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Giants | Magpies |
|---|---|---|
| H2H (Moneyline) | +205 | -270 |
| Line (Spread) | +17.5 (-115) | -17.5 (-115) |
| Total | o177.5 (-115) | u177.5 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Giants vs. Magpies picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Giants +17.5 | -115 |
| Moneyline | Giants | +205 |
| Total | Under 177.5 | -115 |
According to our AFL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Giants +17.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Magpies vs. Giants game-day updates and essential details
Friday's Australian rules football matchup between the Magpies and Giants at Marvel Stadium is scheduled to commence at 4:40 AM ET.
- Who: GWS Giants vs. Collingwood Magpies
- Date: Friday, March 27, 2026
- Time: 4:40 AM ET/1:40AM PT
- Venue: Marvel Stadium
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Conclusion
We predict the Magpies, with a 67% win probability, will likely beat the Giants on Friday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Giants vs. Magpies insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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Damien Souness leverages over 15 years of experience to create engaging content focused on sports, online gaming and wagering. As Chief Innovation Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, the parent company of Dimers, he offers strategic insights and innovative solutions to enhance the player experience.
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