1936 VFL Grand Final — Magpies’ Late-1930s Era

The 1936 VFL Grand Final saw Collingwood defeat South Melbourne 11.23 (89) to 10.15 (75) at the MCG — a 14-point margin that delivered the Magpies a late-1930s flag. Played on 26 September 1936 in front of 74,608 fans, Collingwood’s premiership confirmed Jock McHale’s coaching tenure.

The Build-Up: Magpies vs Bloods

Collingwood and South Melbourne had reached the Grand Final after strong seasons. The Magpies’ continuing era was strong; South Melbourne (the Bloods) had won 1933.

The Match: Magpies’ Coronation

Both teams attacked. Collingwood’s 23 behinds tells a story of inaccuracy but their 11 goals were enough.

Final score: Collingwood 11.23 (89) defeated South Melbourne 10.15 (75) — a 14-point margin.

Famous Moments

• Multiple Magpies’ contributions.
• Jock McHale’s coaching.
• The 14-point Magpies margin.
• Collingwood’s 23 behinds.
• The crowd of 74,608.
• Norm Smith Medal not yet instituted.
• Magpies’ supporter celebrations.
• South Melbourne’s resistance.
• Pre-war footy era.
• Standard MCG atmosphere.

Trivia for the Pub

• Date: 26 September 1936, MCG.
• Final: Collingwood 11.23 (89) defeated South Melbourne 10.15 (75).
• Margin: 14 points.
• Crowd: 74,608.
• Collingwood’s 11th VFL premiership.
• Jock McHale’s continuing coaching.
• Norm Smith Medal not yet instituted.
• Collingwood’s 23 behinds were among the most by a winning team.
• The 1936 win extended Magpies’ continuing era.
• Standard MCG Grand Final atmosphere.

The Verdict

The 1936 VFL Grand Final extended Collingwood’s 1930s era. Long live the 1936 Magpies.