\n Craig McRae has signed a new deal with the Magpies\n <\/p>\n
Craig McRae after the Qualifying Final between Collingwood and Adelaide at Adelaide Oval on September 4, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos<\/p>\n
COLLINGWOOD coach Craig McRae has signed a two-year extension at the helm of the Magpies.<\/p>\n
The 2023 premiership coach’s new deal takes his contract with the club to the end of the 2028 season.<\/p>\n
McRae, 52, has been in charge of the Pies for four seasons, winning the 2023 flag, losing two preliminary finals and missing September just once.<\/p>\n
“Since arriving at Collingwood, Craig has built a philosophy centred on connection, resilience and getting better every day,” Collingwood president Barry Carp said.<\/p>\n
“Under his leadership, the club has reconnected with its people, honoured its history and brought the Magpie Army along the journey, highlighted by our unforgettable 2023 premiership.<\/p>\n
“Internally, Craig drives our family first value and connection between players and staff while emphasising the importance of extending that connection with our 19th player \u2013 Collingwood members and supporters.<\/p>\n
Craig McRae celebrates after Collingwood’s win over Brisbane in the 2023 Grand Final. Picture: AFL Photos<\/p>\n
“We are delighted this connection will continue for at least three more seasons.”<\/p>\n
A three-time premiership player with Brisbane, McRae worked at Collingwood, Richmond and Hawthorn, as well as NRL giants the Melbourne Storm, before landing the top job at the Magpies.<\/p>\n