Geelong’s VFL squad are looking to back up their round one victory this Saturday afternoon, taking on the Northern Bullants in their first home game of the season.
The Cats will be looking to secure another early season win, following a stellar performance across the field last Sunday against Sandringham.
Dan Capiron will be leading the team in his 100th career VFL game, marking a significant milestone for Geelong's captain.
See below for all the details ahead of Saturday’s match against the Bullants.
KEY DETAILS
2025 VFL Season – Round Two
Geelong Cats v Northern Bullants
12.35pm AEST, Saturday March 29
GMHBA Stadium, Geelong
Last Time We Met
Geelong’s last clash against the Northern Bullants resulted in a massive win on their home turf in round three last season, besting the Bullants by 53 points at the final siren.
Helping to secure their first win of last season was Mitch Hardie who led the charge with 27 disposals and one goal, assisting him with some brutal forward pressure was Shaun Mannagh and his two goals that helped seal the game.
This game also showed promising signs of AFL-listed young guns Lawson Humphries (25 disposals, one goal) and Mitch Knevitt (23 disposals, one goal), both displaying brilliant performances in their first VFL win for the year.
Team Selection
IN: Taj Wyburd, Jay Rantall, Todd White
OUT: Oli Wiltshire (AFL), Mitch Duncan (AFL), Mitchell Lloyd (Omitted)
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Back |
Osca Riccardi (49) | Dan Capiron (50) | Marcus Herbert (62) |
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Half Back |
Will Sheahan (72) | Charlie McCartin (51) | Darcy Edmends (53) |
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Centre |
Hamish Lucas (82) | George Stevens (15) | Jay Rantall (55) |
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Half Forward |
Patrick Retschko (27) | Jay Polkinghorne (2) | Shaun Mannagh (7) |
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Full Forward |
Nathan Kreuger (69) | Rhys Stanley (1) | Patrick Kelly (74) |
| Ruck | Joe Pike (37) | Taj Wyburd (54) | Patrick Hughes (64) |
| Interchange | Kobe George (67) | Jack Sarcevic (52) | Todd White (63) |
| Paddy De Grandi (60) | Tobyn Murray (61) | ||
| 23rd player | Kobe George (67) | ||
| Emergencies | J. Chaplin (58) | M. Lloyd (56) | J. Ballantyne (57) |
| K. Annand (59) | D. Madigan (65) | T. Lewis (66) | |
| L. Antonac (79) |
Key Player
Patrick Retschko
Quick and precise around the ball and a danger to any team out in open space, Patrick Retschko is one player to keep an eye on as he plays his second VFL match this Saturday.
Selected at pick #23 in the 2024 Telstra AFL Rookie Draft, Retschko stood out as a confident winger in last Sunday’s clash against the Zebra’s.
The debutant racked up 23 disposals and an impressive goal from deep in the pocket, showcasing his impressive work in aiding the Cats in their first win of the season.
Where To Watch
The VFL Cats are in action at GMHBA Stadium this Saturday at 12.35pm with Geelong supporters encouraged to attend, entry is $10 for adults, $5 for concession holders and kids under 15 are free.
All matches in the 2025 Smithy’s VFL and VFLW seasons will be live streamed free via the AFL website, AFL Live Official App and VFL App.
If you are unable to watch the match live, tune into the Cats website and catch up on all the action through the match report.
