Geelong defeats Essendon in AFLW match at GMHBA Stadium
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 7:06 AM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026
Geelong earned its third consecutive win by defeating Essendon 13.5 (83) to 7.9 (51) at GMHBA Stadium on Sunday. Despite an early challenge from the visitors, who established a lead either side of quarter-time, the Cats gained momentum during the second term. Geelong secured six of the next seven goals before half-time, with Aishling Moloney contributing four of those scores. Midfielders Nina Morrison and Georgie Prespakis controlled the play throughout the second half to maintain the team's lead. This result moves Geelong into the top four following the first month of the season, while Essendon remains without a win.
- •Geelong defeated Essendon 13.5 (83) to 7.9 (51) at GMHBA Stadium.
- •Aishling Moloney kicked four goals during the second quarter.
- •The win marks the third consecutive victory for Geelong.
- •Nina Morrison and Georgie Prespakis led the midfield drive for the Cats.
- •Essendon continues its season without a win after the loss.
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"Essendon started strongly but couldn't keep up as Geelong continued on its winning ways
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