'Really difficult': Dangerfield devastated for Stewart Patrick Dangerfield's joy at Geelong winning through to the grand final was tempered by losing friend and teammate Tom Stewart for the game with concussion. AAP · Sep 19, 2025
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 The Guardian - AU · Sep 19, 2025
Star hurt as Cats claw past Hawks into AFL grand final Led by Patrick Dangerfield, Geelong have rallied to dominate Hawthorn and progress to next week's AFL grand final against Collingwood or Brisbane. AAP · Sep 19, 2025
Chol to face MRO scrutiny after Stewart tackle Hawthorn tall utility Mabior Chol will await the verdict after his involvement in an incident that concussed Geelong defender Tom Stewart. AAP · Sep 19, 2025
Geelong defeat Hawthorn: AFL 2025 preliminary final – as it happened The Cats book a grand final spot as a Patrick Dangerfield masterclass helps them beat the Hawks by 30 points at the MCG The Guardian - AU · Sep 19, 2025
What you might not know about the AFL’s Brownlow Medal The Brownlow Medal is the most prestigious individual award in the Australian Football League (AFL). The Conversation · Sep 19, 2025
Lions star pushing for potential grand-final return Lachie Neale is ahead of schedule from injury with Brisbane coach Chris Fagan acknowledging he could have a big decision to make on his star midfielder. AAP · Sep 19, 2025
Blue-collar backline to balance the Hollywood Hawks Hawthorn defender Blake Hardwick is happy to let teammates revel in the spotlight as Sam Mitchell's men chase a spot in the AFL grand final. AAP · Sep 18, 2025
Left smouldering for a decade, the Hawthorn v Geelong rivalry is about to fire up For all the Cats’ recent success, they have not beaten the Hawks in a cut-throat final for more than five decades, which will only fan the flames on Friday night The Guardian - AU · Sep 18, 2025
Hawks too reliant on Newcombe? Scott doesn't think so Jai Newcombe is in supreme form but Geelong coach Chris Scott believes Hawthorn have far more weapons than just their midfield bull. AAP · Sep 18, 2025
Cats coach Scott regrets run-in with female AFL staffer In a 36-minute press conference, Geelong coach Chris Scott has expressed his regret for a run-in with an AFL employee, and addressed star Bailey Smith's antics. AAP · Sep 18, 2025
Geelong gave my grandfather more disappointment than fulfilment. For me it is the opposite To follow the Cats in the modern era – as they aim for a fifth flag in my lifetime – is a privilege my forebears never got to experience The Guardian - AU · Sep 17, 2025
'The worst thing': finals setback keeps driving Cat Five years after he was dropped during the finals, one of Geelong's top midfielders says the setback continues to drive him. AAP · Sep 17, 2025
From the Pocket: they may be old but Scott Pendlebury’s Collingwood are wily and hungry The Magpies’ core group of self-driven, physically and mentally resilient senior players eat up the hard work to maintain high performance The Guardian - AU · Sep 17, 2025
AAP · Sep 17, 2025 'Everyone's healthy': Hawks ready for Cats prelim final There's good news at Hawthorn after several players pulled up sore from last week's barnstorming semi-final win over Adelaide.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 16, 2025 AFL finals: where the Collingwood v Brisbane preliminary final will be won and lost The Magpies’ high-performing veterans are likely to hit the ground fresh as the Lions aim to become the first side to reach three straight grand finals since Hawthorn
AAP · Sep 16, 2025 'It was huge': Lions scalp has Cats purring for prelim Many AFL players would kill for just one preliminary final. This Geelong player has had them as a matter of course throughout his career.
AAP · Sep 15, 2025 Fan-tastic support for Wizard spells trouble for Cats Nick Watson believes Hawthorn fans can have an impact on their AFL preliminary final against Geelong and hopes to use them to his advantage.
AAP · Sep 15, 2025 The ladder's no matter as Hawks look to climb higher Hawthorn have the belief they can continue their September run against Geelong, believing finishing eighth means nothing in the midst of the AFL finals.
AAP · Sep 15, 2025 'A different cat': Smith backed after fresh controversy A Geelong player has spoken for the first time since last week's incident at training involving star teammate Bailey Smith.
AAP · Sep 15, 2025 King wants star midfield duo to kick on with the Demons New Melbourne coach Steven King believes the Demons can be flag contenders in 2026 and superstars Christian Petracca and Clayton Oliver are part of his plans.
AAP · Sep 14, 2025 Resurgent Cats pile more pain on winless Tigers in AFLW Geelong have piled more pain on winless Richmond, comfortably claiming a 30-point win to claim their second victory of the AFLW season.
AAP · Sep 14, 2025 Lions won't rule out Neale for AFL grand final return Lachie Neale's season might not be over just yet, with Brisbane hopeful he can make a surprise return if they overcome Collingwood to reach the AFL grand final.
AAP · Sep 14, 2025 How 'seething' McCluggage put Lions on his back Hugh McCluggage and his battle-hardened Brisbane teammates have ironed out the kinks ahead of a tasty preliminary final battle with rivals Collingwood.
AAP · Sep 13, 2025 The moments will matter as Amon braces for Cats test Moments after sinking Adelaide in a semi-final, Hawthorn's Karl Amon was already looking forward to preliminary final grudge match against Geelong.