GMHBA Stadium will play host to Saturday's Round 24 AFL game between Geelong Cats and Richmond Tigers. The game kicks off at 7:45 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. Richmond Tigers game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Saturday August 22, 2026 at 7:45 pm
Where: GMHBA Stadium
Bet: Bet On This Match HERE
Geelong Cats vs Richmond Tigers Odds
Geelong Cats vs Richmond Tigers Preview
Geelong recovered from a seven-goal-to-one opening quarter to defeat North Melbourne 125-110, responding with nine majors in the second term. Mark Blicavs kicked three goals, Bailey Smith amassed 34 disposals and Ollie Dempsey added 24 touches, nine marks and a goal. The Cats sit sixth and a victory should protect a valuable top-six finish. Richmond’s 94-45 loss to St Kilda continued a difficult run against leading opponents, although Dion Prestia fought hard with 27 disposals in his final home appearance. Geelong won the corresponding late-season fixture 103-64 last year and has been consistently strong at GMHBA Stadium. Richmond can threaten if it brings early pressure, as North demonstrated, but the Cats’ depth and ability to alter the game after quarter-time should prove decisive.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Geelong Cats to win at $1.02 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Oliver Henry at $8.50.