The VFL Cats are back in action after their bye last weekend, set to take on the GWS Giants in a curtain-raiser at GMHBA Stadium on Sunday.
Geelong will be looking to get back on the winner's list after suffering two consecutive defeats, but they still remain inside the top 10 on the VFL ladder heading into Round 7.
The challenge ahead is not a simple one for the Cats however, preparing to face a GWS team that is perched on top of the ladder and undefeated so far in 2025.
Check out all the details and information you need to know below ahead of the VFL Cats Round 7 match.
KEY DETAILS
2025 VFL Season – Round Seven
Geelong Cats v GWS Giants
Sunday 11th May, 11.35am (AEST)
GMHBA Stadium, Geelong
Last Time We Met
The VFL Cats' most recent meeting with GWS came in Round 9 last year, Geelong cruising to a 61-point win over the Giants at GMHBA Stadium.
Flying out of the blocks with a five goal to none first quarter, the Cats never looked back as they recorded 30 scoring shots to 14, lead by three goal hauls from Shaun Mannagh and James Willis.
Mitch Hardie (37 disposals, nine clearances) was immense through the middle, well supported by strong performances from Ted Clohesy (26 disposals, two goals) and George Stevens (28 disposals, eight clearances).
Team Selection
IN: Oli Wiltshire, George Stevens, Ethan Borys, Hamish Lucas, Will Sheahan
OUT: Ted Clohesy (AFL), Jake Kolodjashnij, Jack Sarcevic, Brock Williamson (Injured), Osca Riccardi (Omitted)
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Back |
K. Matafoi-Forbes (31) | N. Kreuger (69) | M. Herbert (62) |
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Half Back |
M. Lloyd (56) | C. McCartin (51) | D. Capiron (50) |
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Centre |
P. Retschko (27) | G. Stevens (15) | J. Rantall (55) |
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Half Forward |
H. Lucas (82) | J. Polkinghorne (2) | X. Ivisic (25) |
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Full Forward |
J. Ballantyne (57) | T. Lewis (66) | T. Wyburd (54) |
| Ruck | J. Pike (37) | O. Wiltshire (21) | P. Hughes (64) |
| Interchange | J. Chaplin (58) | T. Murray (61) | P. Kelly (74) |
| E. Borys (68) | W. Sheahan (72) | ||
| 23rd player | M. Lloyd (56) | ||
| Emergencies | K. Bradtke (48) | O. Riccardi (49) | D. Edmends (53) |
| K. Annand (59) | P. De Grandi (60) | T. White (63) | |
| D. Madigan (65) | F. Katsaros (71) |
Key Player
Keighton Matofai-Forbes
Part of Geelong's 2024 draft crop, Matofai-Forbes pulled on the Hoops for the first time in the VFL Cats last match against Carlton and showed plenty of potential.
The youngster gathered 13 disposals, three inside 50s and three intercept possessions against the Blues, while also kicking an important goal to give Geelong the lead late in the final term.
With a booming left foot and plenty of exciting attributes, the 19 year old is one for Cats fans to keep and eye on as the 2025 season unfolds.
Follow the link to learn more about Keighton Matofai-Forbes ahead of Sunday's clash with the Giants.
Where To Watch
Geelong supporters can attend Sunday's curtain-raiser between the VFL Cats and GWS at GMHBA Stadium, which is set to commence at 11.35am.
Fans can enter through Gate 13 to catch all the action, before Geelong and the Giants do battle in the AFL match from 3.20pm.
All matches in the 2025 Smithy’s VFL and VFLW seasons will be live streamed free via the AFL website, AFL Live Official App and VFL App.
