Round One of the 2025 AFL season has arrived and the Cats are ready to commence their campaign, taking on Fremantle at GMHBA Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
Geelong will be looking to make a positive start to the new year, after their Opening Round match against Brisbane was postponed to round three.
The challenge ahead will not be one the Cats can afford to take lightly, with Fremantle widely tipped to be a big improver this year.
Check out all the information you will need this weekend, including players to watch and a recent history against the Dockers.
KEY DETAILS
2025 AFL Season - Round One
Geelong Cats v Fremantle
GMHBA Stadium
Saturday 15 March, 1.20pm (AEDT)
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Geelong: Zach Guthrie
On the back of an outstanding season that saw him finish runner-up in the Carji Greeves Medal, Zach Guthrie will once again be an integral part of Geelong's defensive unit in 2025.
Guthrie set career-high numbers in numerous categories last season including disposals (18.24 per game), marks (6.00), rebound 50s (5.16) and intercept possessions (7.00).
Last time the Cats faced Fremantle, Guthrie was outstanding finishing with 20 disposals, 10 marks and a game high 11 intercept possessions.
Fremantle: Luke Ryan
An important role in any team is the distributor off half back, and no player does it better than Fremantle's Luke Ryan.
The defender earned his second All-Australian blazer last year, averaging over 24 disposals, eight marks and seven rebound 50's per game.
Geelong saw his impact up close in round 22, with Ryan accumulating 36 disposals (34 kicks), 15 marks and 951 metres gained in the clash.
RECENT HISTORY
The most recent clash between these two teams came in round 22 last year, with Geelong securing a nail-biting 11 point win over the Dockers at Optus Stadium.
It broke a run of three consecutive losses against Fremantle for Geelong, with two of those losses coming at GMHBA Stadium (2022 & 2023).
Over the past 10 matches it has been an intriguing rivalry, with Geelong narrowly holding the upper hand winning six times to the Dockers four.
This has also been a match-up that has produced a number of thrilling finishes, with eight clashes decided by 11 points or less dating back to 2010.
HOW TO GET TICKETS
Tickets are on sale through Ticketmaster for Saturday's clash at GMHBA Stadium, follow the link provided below to secure you seat for Saturday's match.
The best way to see all the action is to become a Geelong Cats 2025 member today, secure your membership via the link here.
For those that have already signed up as a member for the 2025 season, you can access your tickets through Geelong's Mobile Membership.
If you have any questions about AFL ticketing or membership please contact Geelong Cats Membership Services.
WHERE TO WATCH
Geelong will commence the all new 'Super Saturday' on Fox Footy, with the very first Saturday match of the 2025 AFL season.
The clash against Fremantle will be broadcast on Fox Footy and streamed on Kayo from 1.00pm, ahead of the opening bounce at 1.20pm (AEDT).
Cats fans looking to catch all the action at home can secure a 2025 Digital Plus Membership, which includes a 12 month subscription to Kayo Premium. Follow the link below for more details.
Cats Membership: 2025 Digital Plus
Broadcast Details: 2025 AFL Broadcast Guide
PRE-GAME ACTIVITIES
11:00am - Head to St Mary's Oval to join in the fun and festivities before our Round 1 clash, where you can enjoy various activities pre-game!
St Mary's Oval Pre-Game Activities:
- Food Trucks: Smashville - Burgers & Chicken, Pepe's Food Truck, Potato Works, The Lil Dumpling Van, Soft Serve Ice Cream Van!
- Watch the pre-game coverage on our big screen
- Giveaways
- AFL Playground
- Face Painting
- Kick to Kick
- Plus more!
12:45pm – Be in your seats for our tribute to Past Players and Administrators, Bill McMaster, Ken Newland, Michael Turner and Troy Selwood.
1:06pm – Geelong Cats Team Entry
Check out the Cats Match Day Guide for all information in the lead up to Round One: Match Day Guide
