North Melbourne Kangaroos vs Geelong Cats predictions, Aug 15, 2026

Aug 08, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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North Melbourne

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As the North Melbourne Kangaroos prepare to face the Geelong Cats on August 15, 2026, at home, both teams come into this match with contrasting recent forms. North Melbourne has struggled, securing just one victory in their last five outings, indicating potential issues in both offensive and defensive units. Conversely, Geelong Cats have shown stronger form, winning three of their last five matches, which demonstrates their momentum and tactical cohesion.

North Melbourne will need to leverage their home advantage while addressing consistent performance gaps if they hope to upset the odds. Geelong, on the other hand, has established a solid structure, combining experienced leadership with effective game strategies that have yielded positive results recently.

The bookmakers have reflected this disparity in their odds, with North Melbourne at 3.6 and Geelong at 1.3. Model predictions suggest a significant likelihood of a Geelong win at 71%, while North Melbourne’s chances rest at 29%, with no draw predicted.

While North Melbourne seeks to turn their fortunes around, Geelong’s recent form positions them as favorites. However, in Australian Rules Football, unexpected outcomes are always possible, making this clash one to watch closely.

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North Melbourne
26.5%		 Geelong
73.5%

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Latest Results

06.08.26 Western Bulldogs – North Melbourne Kangaroos – 77:100
31.07.26 Hawthorn Hawks – North Melbourne Kangaroos – 99:83
26.07.26 North Melbourne Kangaroos – St Kilda Saints – 62:93
18.07.26 North Melbourne Kangaroos – Melbourne Demons – 76:92
10.07.26 Collingwood Magpies – North Melbourne Kangaroos – 89:85		 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

Facts

  • This time we’ll see a clash between two mid-table teams (ranked 13 and 7 in the zone Promotion ~ AFL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, North Melbourne won 0.
  • North Melbourne is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Geelong has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • North Melbourne may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Geelong is seen as the favorite.
  • We predict that Geelong will win today’s game, with odds of 1.3.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, North Melbourne won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 17 matches, and goals 1376:2095. (average 68.8:104.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, North Melbourne won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 497:733. (average 71:104.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    02.05.26 Geelong Cats – North Melbourne Kangaroos – 135:86
    26.07.25 North Melbourne Kangaroos – Geelong Cats – 49:150
    26.07.24 North Melbourne Kangaroos – Geelong Cats – 66:106
    13.04.24 Geelong Cats – North Melbourne Kangaroos – 139:64
    08.07.23 Geelong Cats – North Melbourne Kangaroos – 125:63

    Standings

    2026

    Pl W D L %% Pts
    1 Fremantle Dockers 21 18 0 3 2092:1459 143.39 72
    2 Sydney Swans 20 15 0 5 2141:1653 129.52 60
    3 Hawthorn Hawks 21 14 1 6 2061:1744 118.18 58
    4 Brisbane Lions 21 14 0 7 2245:1905 117.85 56
    5 Melbourne Demons 21 14 0 7 2082:1935 107.60 56
    6 Adelaide Crows 20 13 0 7 1861:1582 117.64 52
    7 Geelong Cats 20 12 0 8 1980:1689 117.23 48
    8 Western Bulldogs 21 12 0 9 1711:1823 93.86 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 21 9 0 12 1752:1927 90.92 36
    14 Gold Coast Suns 20 7 0 13 1776:1876 94.67 28
    15 Port Adelaide Power 20 6 0 14 1573:1654 95.10 24
    16 West Coast Eagles 20 4 0 16 1415:1998 70.82 16
    17 Richmond Tigers 20 3 0 17 1308:2083 62.79 12
    18 Essendon Bombers 20 2 0 18 1380:2144 64.37 8

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