Fremantle eliminates Geelong with 14-point semi-final victory at Optus Stadium

Fremantle defeated Geelong 18.12 (120) to 16.10 (106) in a semi-final match held at Optus Stadium on September 11, 2026. The Dockers established an early lead of 31 points in the first quarter, though the Cats managed to reclaim the advantage briefly during the third term. Fremantle regained control with four late goals in that period, including two from Luke Jackson. Jackson finished the match with 35 hitouts, eight clearances, and two goals, while Patrick Voss contributed four goals to the team total. Ollie Henry recorded five goals for Geelong. Following this result, Fremantle advances to a preliminary final against Sydney at the SCG next week, while the season concludes for Geelong.

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