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Hawthorn write their names into Cats rivalry history

Hawthorn have claimed bragging rights in an Easter Monday classic, with Jack Gunston the hero as the Hawks scraped out a one-point win over Geelong.

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Scott hails Cats' belief as Neale stars in comeback win

Shannon Neale kicked an equal career-best five goals as Geelong overhauled a 35-point deficit in their thrilling win over Fremantle.

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AFL to 'have a chat' after ruck loophole exposed

The AFL didn't anticipate players exposing the new ruck rule in the manner Sydney's Brodie Grundy was able to in the practice match against GWS.

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Injury scare could make clubs reconsider ruck options

Clubs could be nervous about throwing their forwards into ruck centre ball-ups after an injury scare to Geelong's Shannon Neale.

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Cats breathe easy after Shannon avoids big injury

Carlton have beaten Geelong by 15 points in their final pre-season match, but all the talk was about a knock to Cats forward Shannon Neale.

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Lions in dreamland as staggering second half delivers grand final glory to Brisbane

Defining moments came thick and fast in a barely believable salvo at the MCG that Geelong had no answer to

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Brisbane win back-to-back AFL premierships with grand final thumping of Geelong

Brisbane Lions run riot in second half against Geelong Cats to claim 47-point victory as Will Ashcroft awarded second Norm Smith medal in as many years

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Cats weapon tight-lipped as key grand final call looms

Geelong utility Mark Blicavs could be used in a number of roles in the AFL grand final against the Brisbane Lions, with Harris Andrews one possible opponent.

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AFL 2025 grand final: where the Geelong v Brisbane decider will be won and lost

The Lions can draw on their kicking strength, while the Cats have the edge in midfield – but can the perennial contenders upset the reigning premiers?

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'That next guy': Cats forward out to build on legacy

Ablett, Mooney, Hawkins, Cameron ... Neale? Geelong's latest focal point is determined to add his name to the list of legendary key forwards at Kardinia Park.

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Cats forward heeds lesson for Andrews grand final duel

Geelong forward Shannon Neale felt he let his teammates down opposed to Brisbane star Harris Andrews earlier this year and is desperate to make amends.

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Vintage Patrick Dangerfield leads Geelong into AFL grand final with win over Hawthorn

Cats defeat Hawks 17.13 (115) to 13.7 (85) at the MCG as their 35-year-old captain scores three goals in preliminary final

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Cats forward won't be part of any Curnow trade

Emerging Geelong forward Shannon Neale will be staying at the club, told by Cats football boss Andrew Mackie he is not up for trade.

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Geelong beat Brisbane: AFL 2025 second qualifying final – as it happened

Goal-by-goal report: The Cats tamed the Lions with a resounding 16.16 (112) to 11.8 (74) win at the MCG to set up a home preliminary final

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Cats coach 'doubly surprised' by tribunal call

Geelong coach Chris Scott was surprised to learn the Cats could have challenged the "medium" grading of Shannon Neale's suspension for a high bump.

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Cats return to AFL top two as Cameron goes goalless

Jeremy Cameron was held goalless at the SCG but it mattered little for Geelong, who dominated Sydney to strengthen their claim for a top-two finish.

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Six-goal Cadman cashes in as Giants declaw Cats

Aaron Cadman has kicked a career-best six goals to lead the GWS Giants to a 26-point win over Geelong at Engie Stadium.

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Cats' call on Smith pays off in mauling of Bombers

Geelong have charged into the AFL's top two after easing to a 95-point win over Essendon, with Bailey Smith starring and Jeremy Cameron kicking six goals.

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Smith set for quick return to bolster red-hot Cats

Bailey Smith's stint on the sidelines with a hamstring injury is set to be a short one, with Geelong coach Chris Scott tipping a return against Essendon.

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Smith shines as Cats survive Dogs' challenge in classic

Bailey Smith was the central figure as Geelong outlasted the Western Bulldogs by 14 points in a high-scoring and entertaining contest.

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Neale out to take Cats keys from Hawkins

Geelong tall Shannon Neale is seeking to make his own mark on the Cats' forward line after Tom Hawkins' retirement, starting against Fremantle in round one.

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Remodelled Cats AFL attack thriving: Cameron

Jeremy Cameron says Tom Hawkins is doing everything he can to push for a preliminary final recall, but Geelong's current remodelled forward line is firing.

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Post-trade premiership: why Pies' flag fired up Henry

A year after watching Collingwood win the AFL premiership while on holidays in Bali, Geelong forward Ollie Henry is living his own finals dreams.

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Cats' Close aims to shut down Power in milestone final

Brad Close has his sights on a second AFL premiership later this month as he lines up for his 100th game in Geelong's qualifying final against Port Adelaide.

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Unpredictable star Cameron keeps Cats on their toes

All-Australian star Jeremy Cameron is providing X-factor and a bit of fun to the Geelong forward line as he chases a second premiership medal.

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