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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

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

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

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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

'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.

AAP · Sep 17, 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 16, 2025

AFL finals: where the Geelong v Hawthorn preliminary final will be won and lost

Geelong have a wealth of experience and could hardly arrive in better condition, while the Hawks have momentum behind them after back-to-back wins on the road

The Guardian - AU · Sep 15, 2025

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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

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 15, 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

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 14, 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.

AAP · Sep 13, 2025

Nick Bartlett’s 2025 Week 3 SuperWest Fearless Predictions

Our Nick Bartlett gives us his light-hearted game predictions with his trademark humor and offbeat perspective.

SuperWest Sports · Sep 12, 2025

Geelong tagger reveals secrets to shutdown success

After taming Brisbane Lions premiership star Hugh McCluggage, Geelong's Oisin Mullin could be about to tag the Cats to premiership glory.

AAP · Sep 12, 2025

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SuperWest Sports · Sep 11, 2025

Week 3 Big 12 Previews: Utah Looks to Dominate Wyoming

Colorado and Arizona have toss-up matchups, while Utah and Arizona State both face opponents they are expected to beat. BYU has a bye.

AAP · Sep 10, 2025

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.

International Business Times UK · Sep 10, 2025

Is Decarlos Brown Jr A Seasoned Criminal? Age, Crime Records, And Does He Deserve The Death Penalty?

Decarlos Brown Jr, 34, faces federal charges in the Charlotte CATS LYNX Blue Line stabbing that killed refugee Iryna Zarutska. Death penalty possible.

AAP · Sep 10, 2025

Photographer 'rattled' by verbal tirade from Cats star

Geelong star Bailey Smith has left a female photographer "rattled" after swearing and demanding she delete images of him taken at an open training session.

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The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2025

Feds launch investigation into NC train system to see if they can yank federal money in wake of Iryna Zarutska stabbing

State and federal officials alike investigating Charlotte transit agency after string of violent incidents

AAP · Sep 9, 2025

'He'll put his hand up': Lions cub to fill massive void

Brisbane's Rising Star contender Levi Ashcroft is tipped to take on the challenge of filling the void caused by dual Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale's injury.

AAP · Sep 7, 2025

Prespakis stars over Bombers as Cats end losing streak

Geelong have broken through for their first AFLW win of the season, with Georgie Prespakis starring in a win over Essendon and sister Maddy.

AAP · Sep 7, 2025

Geelong silenced 'haters' with Lions win: star Cat

Geelong's lead-in to the AFL finals was under scrutiny but midfielder Max Holmes believes their stunning qualifying final performance silenced those doubts.

AAP · Sep 6, 2025

Lions midfield ready to lift in Neale's absence

Brisbane's premiership defence is hanging by a thread after several crucial injuries, but star midfielder Josh Dunkley is refusing to panic.

AAP · Sep 5, 2025

Geelong's 'marvel' could ruck 'n roll his way to glory

Versatile big man Mark Blicavs has stepped up massively in the ruck in Geelong's AFL qualifying final win over Brisbane, but that doesn't mean he'll stay there.

AAP · Sep 5, 2025

Season over for two Lions premiership heroes

The Brisbane Lions' premiership defence has been dealt two huge blows after Eric Hipwood and Lachie Neale were ruled out for the rest of the finals series.

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