Geelong return home for a blockbuster clash on Thursday night, as they take on the in-form Western Bulldogs at GMHBA Stadium.
The Cats are looking to build on last week's outstanding performance, as they defeated Port Adelaide by 76-points at Adelaide Oval inspired by a seven-goal haul from Jeremy Cameron.
There are storylines everywhere this week; Mitch Duncan's 300th AFL game, Sir Doug Nicholls Round and Bailey Smith facing his old side.
Check out all the key details you need to know heading into Thursday night's monumental clash under the lights at GMHBA Stadium.
KEY DETAILS
2025 AFL Season - Round 11
Western Bulldogs v Geelong Cats
GMHA Stadium, Geelong
Thursday 22nd May, 7.30pm (AEST)
*Gates open at 5:30 PM. To avoid queues and enjoy a smooth entry, we recommend arriving at the venue as early as possible. PLUS if you're a member, arrive before 6.30pm for your chance to WIN a double pass into the Open Air Boxes. Don’t miss your chance to elevate your match day experience! Be in your seats by 7pm for team entry.
TEAM SELECTION
KEY PLAYER TO WATCH
Oisin Mullin
Chris Scott and the Geelong coaching team may have unlocked a new weapon over the past month, with Oisin Mullin doing an effective tagging job on some of the competition's best players.
Last week Mullin was tasked with locking down Port Adelaide star, Zak Butters and did a brilliant job limiting him to 20 disposals and three clearances, his lowest total in both statistics this year.
The Irishman also held Butters to just two score involvements, playing a significant role as the Cats romped to an impressive victory at Adelaide Oval.
There is no guarantee he will play the tagging role again this week but if he does, there is a plethora of options for him to go to including the likes of Marcus Bontempelli, Tom Liberatore and Ed Richards.
RECENT HISTORY - Geelong v Western Bulldogs
This has been a favourable match-up for the Cats over the past two decades, but more recent history has seen the ledger start to even up.
Geelong has won 22 of their past 27 matches against the Bulldogs and six of the last eight clashes, but the Dogs have won the last two games at GMHBA Stadium.
Prior to those games the Cats had won 11 consecutive matches against the Bulldogs dating back to 2005, strong form that they will be looking to reignite on Thursday night.
| SEASON | HOME | AWAY | GROUND |
| 2024 - Round 19 | Geelong 7.6 (48) | Western Bulldogs 13.17 (95) | GMHBA Stadium |
| 2024 - Round 4 | Western Bulldogs 14.7 (91) | Geelong 14.11 (95) | Adelaide Oval |
| 2023 - Round 24 | Geelong 11.13 (79) | Western Bulldogs 16.8 (104) | GMHBA Stadium |
| 2023 - Round 12 | Western Bulldogs 10.15 (75) | Geelong 15.7 (97) | Marvel Stadium |
| 2022 - Round 20 | Geelong 14.10 (94) | Western Bulldogs 9.12 (66) | GMHBA Stadium |
| 2022 - Round 12 | Western Bulldogs 10.10 (70) | Geelong 12.11 (83) | Marvel Stadium |
VENUE HISTORY - GMHBA Stadium
Geelong have won six of their last eight matches at home with an average winning margin of 49 points, but the Cats also lost at GMHBA Stadium in their last outing against the GWS Giants.
The Cats have won 11 of their last 13 games at home against the Western Bulldogs, but the two losses came in the most recent two clashes in 2023 and 2024.
This year Geelong have won two of their three games at GMHBA Stadium, with still seven matches remaining at the venue across the remainder of the 2025 season.
| SEASON | HOME | AWAY |
| 2025 - Round 9 | Geelong 14.17 (101) | GWS Giants 16.9 (105) |
| 2025 - Round 4 | Geelong 12.13 (85) | Melbourne 6.10 (46) |
| 2025 - Round 1 | Geelong 23.9 (147) | Fremantle 10.9 (69) |
| 2024 - Round 24 | Geelong 26.12 (168) | West Coast 11.9 (75) |
| 2024 - Round 21 | Geelong 13.12 (90) | Adelaide 13.7 (85) |
| 2024 - Round 19 | Geelong 7.6 (48) | Western Bulldogs 13.17 (95) |
| 2024 - Round 17 | Geelong 16.14 (110) | Hawthorn 9.5 (59) |
NGA Showcase Games
Geelong Cats Next Generation Academy teams will feature in showcase games from 6.00pm on Thursday night.
The Cats NGA Under 15 boys' and Under 15 girls' teams will take on the Western Bulldogs at GMHBA Stadium, prior to the AFL match at 7.30pm.
Follow the link here to find out more information on Geelong's Next Generation Academy.
VFL CATS
Footscray Bulldogs v Geelong Cats
Friday 23rd May
Bounce: 5.05pm
Mission Whitten Oval, Melbourne - Wurundjeri
TICKETS
Reserved seat tickets are available for Thursday night's game, follow the link here to secure your seat.
With seven games still remaining at GMHBA Stadium this year, it is certainly not too late to secure a Geelong Cats membership for the 2025 season.
Follow the link here fore more information on the wide range of membership options available.
CATS SHOP
You can shop the full merchandise range in the Cats Shop (accessible via Gate 13 and the Level 1 concourse) and select grab and go items from outlets in the Joel Selwood Stand, Reg Hickey Stand, Players Stand and from the merch van outside Gate 13.
The Cats Shop will be open from 9am - 3pm on Thursday, before re-opening at 5.30pm to get everything you need for the game.
WHERE TO WATCH
Cats fans can catch all the action live and free on Channel 7 from 7.00pm AEST on Thursday night, ahead of the opening bounce at 7.30pm.
The match will also be broadcast on Fox Footy and streamed through Kayo from 7.00pm.
For those listening to the game on the radio, K rock will be covering all the action from 6.00pm on 95.5FM, krockfootball.live and via the AFL app.
Cats Membership: 2025 Digital Plus
Broadcast Details: 2025 AFL Broadcast Guide
