Melbourne defeats Collingwood as Paxy Paxman celebrates 100th game
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 6:29 AM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Melbourne secured a 21-point victory over Collingwood at Victoria Park on October 4, 2026. Paxy Paxman celebrated her 100th AFLW game with the win, contributing 20 disposals despite missing a key set shot in the final term. Mia Austin played a significant role, scoring three goals in the first half, helping Melbourne build a 19-point lead at halftime. The Demons demonstrated superior ball movement and efficiency, with 26 uncontested marks compared to Collingwood's 11. The win marked a bounce back for Melbourne after their first loss of the season.
- •Melbourne scored 6.6 (42) to Collingwood's 2.9 (21).
- •Paxy Paxman played her 100th AFLW game.
- •Mia Austin kicked all her three goals before halftime.
- •Melbourne had 26 uncontested marks to Collingwood's 11.
- •The match contributed to Melbourne's recovery after a previous loss.
- 6:29 AMAFL — Demons deliver win for Paxy's 100th as Pies show positive signs
"Melbourne has bounced back onto the winners list against an off-target Collingwood
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