A match‑timeline chart comparing Carlton and Melbourne’s scoring across all four quarters. Carlton’s scores progress from 6.2 (38) in Q1 to 11.11 (77) by Q4, shown above the timeline. Melbourne’s scores progress from 0.1 (1) in Q1 to 15.10 (100) by Q4, shown below the timeline. The blue line tracks the score differential, with Carlton leading through the first three quarters before Melbourne surges ahead in the final term to win the match.

Didn't kick our first goal until the 53rd minute. We had no right to win… but the boys pulled it off today!!
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Six MelbourneFC players walk across the ground after the match, with milestone players Tom McDonald on the left and Max Gawn on the right being chaired off by teammates. All are in red and blue Melbourne kits, celebrating their 250th game moment in front of the stadium crowd.

What a memorable day for these two special legends! 🔴🔵
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AFL scoreboard graphic showing the Round 3 match from March 29, 2026. Carlton and Melbourne logos appear on opposite sides, with the final score reading Carlton 77 (11.11) and Melbourne 100 (15.10). A “Full Time” badge sits beneath the AFL logo, and the match location is listed as the MCG on Wurundjeri land. Melbourne wins by 23 points.

Kozzy was so influential for @melbournefc.bsky.social today - what a comeback! Congrats as well to both #MaxGawn and #TomMcDonald on their milestone 250th game!
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