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As the Geelong Cats prepare to host the Adelaide Crows on March 26, 2026, both teams bring distinct tactical strengths to the contest. The Geelong Cats, with a recent victory in one of their last two matches, will aim to leverage their home-ground advantage. Historically strong at GMHBA Stadium, they typically display superior defensive structures and midfield control.
Conversely, the Adelaide Crows enter this match with a more favorable recent form, having secured a win in their last outing. Known for their aggressive forward pressure and dynamic scoring options, Adelaide will look to exploit any defensive lapses from the Cats. The Crows’ ability to transition quickly from defense to attack could pose significant challenges for the Geelong backline.
Bookmakers currently favor Geelong with odds of 1.5 for a home win compared to Adelaide’s 2.6. While both teams are showing promise, the match’s outcome could hinge on Geelong’s ability to capitalize on home conditions and contain the Crows’ speedy forwards. Bettors should consider recent performance trends and tactical matchups, as this contest holds potential for an intense and closely fought battle.
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| Geelong 61.5% |
Adelaide 38.5% |
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Betting Odds
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1.52 | 2.35 | ||
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1.52 | 2.37 |
Latest Results
| 14.03.26 Geelong Cats – Fremantle Dockers – 110:100 06.03.26 Gold Coast Suns – Geelong Cats – 125:69 27.09.25 Geelong Cats – Brisbane Lions – 75:122 19.09.25 Geelong Cats – Hawthorn Hawks – 115:85 05.09.25 Geelong Cats – Brisbane Lions – 112:74 |
14.03.26 Collingwood Magpies – Adelaide Crows – 79:93 12.09.25 Adelaide Crows – Hawthorn Hawks – 67:101 04.09.25 Adelaide Crows – Collingwood Magpies – 55:79 22.08.25 North Melbourne Kangaroos – Adelaide Crows – 100:113 16.08.25 Adelaide Crows – Collingwood Magpies – 59:56 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 10.04.25 Adelaide Crows – Geelong Cats – 100:119 03.08.24 Geelong Cats – Adelaide Crows – 90:85 22.03.24 Adelaide Crows – Geelong Cats – 77:96 06.05.23 Geelong Cats – Adelaide Crows – 98:72 27.05.22 Geelong Cats – Adelaide Crows – 97:55 |
Standings
2026
| Pl | W | D | L | %% | Pts | |||
| 1 | Gold Coast Suns | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 256:141 | 181.56 | 8 |
| 2 | Western Bulldogs | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 245:159 | 154.09 | 8 |
| 3 | Sydney Swans | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 318:228 | 139.47 | 8 |
| 4 | Hawthorn Hawks | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 339:287 | 118.12 | 8 |
| 5 | North Melbourne | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 113:67 | 168.66 | 4 |
| 6 | Adelaide Crows | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 93:79 | 117.72 | 4 |
| 7 | Melbourne Demons | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 120:107 | 112.15 | 4 |
| 8 | Collingwood Magpies | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 157:159 | 98.74 | 4 |
| 9 | Geelong Cats | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 179:225 | 79.56 | 4 |
| 10 | GWS Giants | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 175:229 | 76.42 | 4 |
| 11 | Carlton Blues | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 144:203 | 70.94 | 4 |
| 12 | Richmond Tigers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 71:75 | 94.67 | 0 |
| 13 | Fremantle Dockers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 100:110 | 90.91 | 0 |
| 14 | St Kilda Saints | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 173:198 | 87.37 | 0 |
| 15 | Brisbane Lions | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 166:215 | 77.21 | 0 |
| 16 | Port Adelaide Power | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 67:113 | 59.29 | 0 |
| 17 | Essendon Bombers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 83:145 | 57.24 | 0 |
| 18 | West Coast Eagles | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 72:131 | 54.96 | 0 |
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