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As the Geelong Cats prepare to host the Essendon Bombers on August 8, 2026, recent form suggests a significant advantage for the home side. The Cats have showcased their competitive edge with three victories in their last five outings, indicating a solid foundation and momentum heading into the match. Their tactical approach has been characterized by a strong defensive setup combined with effective scoring, enabling them to capitalize on oppositional weaknesses.
In contrast, the Essendon Bombers have struggled recently, managing to secure only one win in their last five fixtures. This lack of consistency may hinder their ability to mount a challenge against a well-performing Geelong side. Essendon will need to refine their game plan, focusing on improving their offense and solidifying their defense to contend with Geelong’s attacking prowess.
Bookmakers favor the Cats heavily, with odds at 1.02 for the home side compared to 15 for the Bombers. However, in Australian Rules Football, surprises can occur, and Essendon will be looking to defy expectations. Ultimately, while Geelong enters the match as the clear favorite, both teams will need to execute their strategies effectively to secure a result that reflects their efforts on the day.
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| Geelong 90.5% |
Draw 1.8% |
Essendon 7.7% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.02 | 100.00 | 9.00 |
Latest Results
| 30.07.26 Collingwood Magpies – Geelong Cats – 72:97 24.07.26 Melbourne Demons – Geelong Cats – 97:117 16.07.26 Geelong Cats – St Kilda Saints – 102:75 11.07.26 Greater Western Sydney Giants – Geelong Cats – 86:73 02.07.26 Geelong Cats – Brisbane Lions – 101:123 |
25.07.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Essendon Bombers – 132:39 19.07.26 Essendon Bombers – Greater Western Sydney Giants – 67:64 12.07.26 Brisbane Lions – Essendon Bombers – 149:59 05.07.26 Essendon Bombers – St Kilda Saints – 50:117 28.06.26 North Melbourne Kangaroos – Essendon Bombers – 79:65 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 08.08.25 Geelong Cats – Essendon Bombers – 109:65 14.06.25 Essendon Bombers – Geelong Cats – 56:151 25.02.25 Geelong Cats – Essendon Bombers – 83:104 29.06.24 Geelong Cats – Essendon Bombers – 105:60 01.03.24 Geelong Cats – Essendon Bombers – 83:71 |
Standings
2026
| Pl | W | D | L | %% | Pts | |||
| 1 | Fremantle Dockers | 20 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 1983:1346 | 147.33 | 72 |
| 2 | Sydney Swans | 20 | 15 | 0 | 5 | 2141:1653 | 129.52 | 60 |
| 3 | Hawthorn Hawks | 20 | 14 | 1 | 5 | 2003:1619 | 123.72 | 58 |
| 4 | Brisbane Lions | 20 | 13 | 0 | 7 | 2120:1847 | 114.78 | 52 |
| 5 | Geelong Cats | 20 | 12 | 0 | 8 | 1980:1689 | 117.23 | 48 |
| 6 | Adelaide Crows | 19 | 12 | 0 | 7 | 1716:1509 | 113.72 | 48 |
| 7 | Melbourne Demons | 19 | 12 | 0 | 7 | 1855:1721 | 107.79 | 48 |
| 8 | Western Bulldogs | 20 | 12 | 0 | 8 | 1634:1723 | 94.83 | 48 |
| 9 | Collingwood Magpies | 20 | 11 | 1 | 8 | 1716:1625 | 105.60 | 46 |
| 10 | Carlton Blues | 20 | 10 | 0 | 10 | 1700:1752 | 97.03 | 40 |
| 11 | St Kilda Saints | 20 | 9 | 0 | 11 | 1794:1720 | 104.30 | 36 |
| 12 | GWS Giants | 20 | 9 | 0 | 11 | 1784:1802 | 99.00 | 36 |
| 13 | North Melbourne | 20 | 8 | 0 | 12 | 1652:1850 | 89.30 | 32 |
| 14 | Gold Coast Suns | 19 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 1671:1762 | 94.84 | 28 |
| 15 | Port Adelaide Power | 20 | 6 | 0 | 14 | 1573:1654 | 95.10 | 24 |
| 16 | West Coast Eagles | 19 | 4 | 0 | 15 | 1342:1914 | 70.11 | 16 |
| 17 | Essendon Bombers | 19 | 2 | 0 | 17 | 1307:1999 | 65.38 | 8 |
| 18 | Richmond Tigers | 19 | 2 | 0 | 17 | 1224:2010 | 60.90 | 8 |
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