GMHBA Stadium will play host to Thursday's Round 17 AFL game between Geelong Cats and Brisbane Lions. The game kicks off at 7:30 pm with Geelong Cats heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Geelong Cats vs. Brisbane Lions game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Thursday July 2, 2026 at 7:30 pm

Where: GMHBA Stadium

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Geelong Cats vs Brisbane Lions Preview

Last year’s grand finalists renew their rivalry on Thursday night when Geelong hosts Brisbane at GMHBA Stadium in one of the standout matches of Round 17. The Cats made a statement in their first meeting this season, producing a dominant 117-76 victory at the Gabba as Shaun Mannagh starred with 30 disposals and five goals. Brisbane arrives with renewed confidence after dismantling Sydney by 43 points last week, a result that tightened an increasingly congested race for the top four. The Lions can leapfrog Geelong with another victory, while the Cats are looking to halt a recent dip in form after winning just one of their past four matches. With both sides harbouring genuine premiership ambitions, another finals-like contest is expected.