MCG will play host to Saturday's Round 8 AFL game between Melbourne Demons and Geelong Cats. 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 Melbourne Demons vs. Geelong Cats game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Saturday May 4, 2024 at 7:30 pm

Where: MCG

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Melbourne Demons vs Geelong Cats Preview

The Cats are cruising through the season with a perfect 7-0 record, facing another significant test in their ongoing pursuit of a premiership during their two decades of dominance.

Meanwhile, the Dees overcame an initial struggle against the Tigers to secure a convincing 43-point victory. However, questions linger about their consistency, particularly since they have yet to defeat a top-tier team this season.

Against the Blues, the Cats demonstrated exceptional efficiency; despite allowing 21 more entries inside 50, they effectively capitalized on turnovers, with their forwards excelling.

In contrast, the Demons struggled in their matchup with the Lions two weeks earlier, where they were outperformed at the core aspects of their game, unable to secure initial possession of the football.

In this upcoming contest, the dynamics suggest the Dees might dominate possession, but the Cats are well-prepared to exploit any mistakes, especially through midfield transitions.

The Demons have an edge in midfield battles and could generate significant scoring chances if they manage to control the ball from the outset and make precise passes into the forward 50.

Geelong’s forward line is reliable, and given Jeremy Cameron’s current form, he’s likely to score multiple goals.

This game presents the Demons with a crucial chance to prove they are genuine premiership contenders, while the Cats aim to further solidify their top standing.

The last encounter between these two teams at the MCG was in 2021, where the Dees demonstrated strategic superiority over the Cats. As they prepare to meet again, a similar outcome could be on the horizon.

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Melbourne Demons vs Geelong Cats Tip

Melbourne Demons vs Geelong Cats Teams

DEMONS

B: B.Howes, S.May, J.Lever

HB: J.McVee, T.McDonald, T.Sparrow

C: A.Neal-Bullen, C.Petracca, C.Windsor

HF: J.Billings, B.Fritsch, K.Chandler

F: K.Pickett, J.van Rooyen, D.Turner

FOLL: M.Gawn – C, J.Viney, C.Oliver

I/C: E.Langdon, B.Laurie, T.Rivers, H.Petty, T.Woewodin

EMG: L.Hunter, M.Hore, B.Brown

No changes

CATS

B: J.Henry, S.De Koning, J.Kolodjashnij

HB: Z.Guthrie, T.Stewart – C, M.Holmes

C: Z.Tuohy, T.Atkins, M.Blicavs

HF: B.Close, J.Cameron, G.Miers

F: T.Stengle, T.Hawkins, O.Henry

FOLL: R.Stanley, C.Guthrie, T.Bruhn

I/C: O.Dempsey, M.Duncan, J.Bowes, G.Rohan, J.Clark

EMG: M.O’Connor, B.Parfitt, S.Neale

IN: T.Stewart, G.Rohan, J.Clark

OUT: M.O’Connor (Managed), P.Dangerfield (Injured), B.Parfitt (Managed)