Geelong’s 2021 fixture will be welcomed by members and supporters as it offers an incredible array of quality home games and away games in every Australian state.
The Cats will again have nine home games at GMHBA Stadium, with a preliminary final rematch with the Lions in round 2 a highlight. It is expected members and supporters will return and see Jeremy Cameron, Shaun Higgins and Isaac Smith at home in Geelong colours for the first time.
GMHBA Stadium will see 2020 finalists West Coast, the Western Bulldogs, St Kilda, Brisbane, and the Powercor Country Festival against Essendon will be played at GMHBA Stadium for the first time when the teams clash in round 16. It will make Essendon’s first trip to Geelong since 1993.
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Three straight home games will close out the home and away season, with GWS, St Kilda and Melbourne making the trip to GMHBA Stadium.
The traditional Easter Monday clash with Hawthorn is one of two home games at the MCG, with a round 8 grand final rematch with the Tigers the other. The round 19 contest against Richmond will make the 200th meeting between the clubs.
The Cats will play in Tasmania for the first time since 2006, being drawn against North Melbourne in Hobart in round 20.
“This fixture is good in just about every way,” Geelong CEO Brian Cook said.
“We are optimistic that we will be able to welcome our members and supporters back to games, and they will be in for some great contests.
“We are particularly excited to host Essendon at GMHBA Stadium for the first time in 28 years as part of the Powercor Country Festival. We also see a great mix of strong Victorian and interstate clubs coming to GMHBA Stadium, and we will host the traditional Easter Monday contest at the MCG against the Hawks. Our Sir Doug Nicholls round game against Collingwood in round 11 will be a huge contest.
“We recognise that this fixture is different with only the opening six rounds locked in. Ideally we would have a traditional fixture with all games times confirmed, we understand the AFL’s wish for flexibility. We will ensure all of our members and supporters are kept up to date in terms of scheduling so they can plan ahead.”
