Tom De Koning and Darcy Cameron compete in the ruck during the match between Collingwood and Carlton at the MCG in round four, 2025. Picture: Getty Images

CARLTON will be desperate to get its season back on track when it takes on rival Collingwood in a Thursday night blockbuster at the MCG.

The Blues are 0-3 and under fire, desperately needing a win to ease the pressure.

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But they face another big test against the Magpies, who are 2-1 and coming off their bye last week.

The Pies have won five of the past six meetings between the clubs and 10 of the previous 12.

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Match Previews R4: Collingwood v Carlton

Sportsbet's Nathan Brown and Kane Cornes preview the game between the Magpies and Blues at the MCG

Brody Mihocek returns alongside Billy Frampton in a big boost for Craig McRae's side, with Mason Cox omitted and Reef McInnes succumbing to a season-ending knee injury against Footscray a fortnight ago.

For the Blues, Matt Cottrell is a big out due to injury, while Jordan Boyd and Francis Evans have been axed.

Collingwood v Carlton at the MCG, 7.30pm AEDT

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Collingwood: Ned Long
Carlton: Ashton Moir

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