Another week brings another trip up the highway for the VFL Cats, travelling to AIA Centre (Olympic Park) for a clash with Collingwood on Saturday afternoon.
Geelong will be looking to bounce back from another nail-biting defeat, falling to Box Hill with one of the final kicks of the day last weekend in a one point loss.
The Cats have lost only two of their last 11 games, with the losses coming by one and two points as they currently sit in fourth position on the ladder.
Collingwood have struggled this season winning just two of 13 games, currently on a 10 game losing streak with their last win coming in round three.
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Geelong's Next Generation Academy Program
See all the work that goes on behind the scenes as the Cats identify, support and develop local Indigenous and Multicultural footballing prospects. Proudly Supported by Bulla.
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The Cats Corner Podcast Ep 2 | The East Coast Boys Returns Fire?
Shaun Mannagh, George Stevens and Connor O'Sullivan host the second episode of The Cats Corner, after a dazzling debut from the Western Australian contingent! Our recent games are reviewed aswell as the usual banter and hijinks.
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Time Cat-Sule Round 8 | Ottens Reflects On 2000s North Rivalry
Brad Ottens joins this weeks Time Cat-Sule, reflecting on the heated rivalry Geelong had with North Melbourne in the late 2000s, from history changing losses to pre-game scuffles! Tickets are on sale NOW for our Round 8 clash with North Melbourne!
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To The Final Bell | Oisin Mullin Joins, Looking Ahead To North!
50 gamer and arguably the games best tagger Oisin Mullin joins the show to discuss his role in the team and his AFL journey so far! We review our match against Port and look ahead to our next game at home against North.
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The Resilience Project | Cats Help Reach Our Community
Geelong along with GMHBA and the Resilience Project, helped host over 2500+ primary and secondary schoolkids last week, to help educate around the important of mental health awareness.
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Time Cat-Sule | Round 7, 2008 Taylor Saves Day After Pavlich Opportunity
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Lingy and Reg discuss Geelong's massive game over the Bulldogs including a 10 goal performance from Jeremy Cameron. AFLW Coach Mick Stinear joins for a chat as we answer your fan questions and look ahead to next weeks matchup against Port!
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Match Details
Geelong v Collingwood
1.05pm Saturday 13 July
Victoria Park, Melbourne
Ladder
Geelong Cats: 4th (9-4)
Collingwood: 20th (2-11)
Points For
Geelong Cats - 1155
Collingwood - 942
Points Against
Geelong Cats - 900
Collingwood - 1213
What it Means
The Cats can cement their position in the top four with a win, with only one game currently separating second down to sixth on the ladder.
With five games remaining, the Cats only have one match against a top eight opponent, with the Cats charging towards the end of the season.
Last Time We Met
The VFL Cats faced Collingwood in round 21 last season, falling to the Magpies by 74 points in rainy conditions at Victoria Park
Geelong were led by a young George Stevens who collected 29 disposals, firmly helping his chances of getting drafted later in the year.
Mitch Hardie was strong picking up 26 possessions, while Dan Capiron took a game high 11 marks in the wet.
Key Players
Mitch Hardie continues to build on his strong form collecting a season high 38 disposals against the Hawks last week, while adding two goals and seven clearances.
George Stevens is developing strongly as a midfield bull, picking up another 25 disposals and nine tackles against Box Hill to be one of Geelong’s best.
Of the VFL-Listed players, Marcus Herbert continues to be a strong contributor this season, amassing 31 disposals last week against Box Hill.
Broadcast
All matches in the 2024 Smithy’s VFL and VFLW seasons are also live streamed free via the AFL website, AFL Live Official App and VFL App.
