Fremantle hosts Geelong in AFL semi-final at Optus Stadium

Fremantle prepares to host Geelong in a semi-final match at Optus Stadium on Friday, September 11, at 6.10pm AWST. The Dockers enter the match following a qualifying final loss to the Hawks, placing them at risk of a straight-sets finals exit. Geelong secured its position in the semi-final after defeating the Blues in an elimination final, marking the team's seventh consecutive victory. Fremantle previously defeated Geelong in round 15, while the Cats claimed a round one win against the Dockers. Fremantle may look to recall Brennan Cox, while Geelong continues to monitor the fitness of Max Holmes and Jeremy Cameron. The winner of this match advances to the preliminary final stage of the 2026 AFL season.

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