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Welcome to BettingPro’s evergreen hub for Geelong vs Essendon AFL — every head-to-head meeting since 2023, current 2026 form, betting angles, and where to watch. Since 2023 the sides have met 5 times, with the Geelong holding a 5-game edge (5-0). Also searched as Essendon vs Geelong, Cats vs Bombers, and Bombers vs Cats. For weekly AFL coverage, head to our AFL tips hub or AFL round-by-round predictions.
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Geelong vs Essendon — 2026 Form Snapshot
| 2026 Snapshot | Geelong | Essendon |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 record | 8-6 (14 played) | 1-14 (15 played) |
| Points for / against | 1383 / 1156 (+227) | 1092 / 1537 (-445) |
| Last 5 (most recent first) | LWLLW | LLLLL |
| Last result | R15 vs Fremantle · 90-99 (↓ L) | R16 vs Kangaroos · 65-79 (↓ L) |
When do Geelong and Essendon next play? Bookmark this page — we’ll surface the next meeting here as soon as the draw confirms it. For this week’s tips across the AFL, see AFL round-by-round predictions, or the AFL match predictions index for other team-by-team H2Hs.
Geelong vs Essendon Head to Head (since 2023)
| Played | Geelong wins | Essendon wins | Draws | Avg score | Current streak |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 124–66 | Geelong · 5 |
Last 5 Geelong vs Essendon Meetings
| Round | Home | Score | Away | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round 22 2025 | Geelong | 109 – 65 | Essendon | Geelong by 44 | Kardinia Park |
| Round 14 2025 | Essendon | 56 – 151 | Geelong | Geelong by 95 | M.C.G. |
| Round 16 2024 | Geelong | 105 – 60 | Essendon | Geelong by 45 | M.C.G. |
| Round 18 2023 | Geelong | 122 – 45 | Essendon | Geelong by 77 | Kardinia Park |
| Round 7 2023 | Essendon | 104 – 132 | Geelong | Geelong by 28 | M.C.G. |
Geelong vs Essendon Recent Trends
- Last 5 meetings: Geelong 5, Essendon 0.
- Average winning margin: 57.8 points across the 5-match sample since 2023.
- Biggest result: Geelong by 95 (Essendon 56–151 Geelong, Round 14 2025).
- Both teams 80+: 1 of 5 meetings (20%) saw both sides post 80 or more.
- Home-team win rate: 60% of meetings since 2023 — useful context for line markets.
- Current streak: Geelong have won the last 5 meetings.
Venue, Tickets & How to Watch Geelong vs Essendon
The Geelong Cats play home matches at GMHBA Stadium and the MCG. The Essendon Bombers are based at the MCG and Marvel Stadium. Home-ground advantage matters — note the 60% home-team win rate in this fixture’s recent history.
How to watch: Every AFL match is broadcast live in Australia. Geelong vs Essendon is typically carried by Channel 7 (selected matches free-to-air), Fox Footy (every game live and ad-free during play) and Kayo Sports (the standard streaming option for AFL live streams). Tickets are sold via Ticketek or Ticketmaster depending on venue.
Players to Watch — Geelong vs Essendon
Form players and key matchups change week-to-week. For the latest 2026 leaderboards (goals, disposals, contested possessions, Brownlow form) and current team lists for this fixture, see our weekly AFL round-by-round predictions, where each fixture preview includes player news, lineups and key matchups.
Geelong vs Essendon Betting Angles
Three angles that hold up across the 5-meeting series since 2023:
- Lean home team on the line. The host has won 60% of meetings in this fixture — meaningful tilt when assessing the spread.
- Totals context. Both teams have posted 80+ in 1 of 5 games — useful when looking at over/under and total points markets.
- Same Game Multi value. When the fixture lands, our weekly preview drops first goalkicker, anytime goalkicker and disposal-line angles. Build them via a same game multi for stronger payouts.
When this fixture is scheduled, we’ll publish a dedicated tip in AFL round-by-round predictions. For ongoing market value, our AFL multi-bet tips page is refreshed weekly.
Geelong vs Essendon FAQs
Who has won more Geelong vs Essendon matches?
Since 2023 the Geelong lead the head-to-head 5-0. Average scoreline: Geelong 124 – Essendon 66.
What was the biggest Geelong vs Essendon result?
Geelong by 95 points (Essendon 56–151 Geelong, Round 14 2025).
How often do Geelong and Essendon play each year?
Geelong and Essendon meet at least once during the AFL home-and-away season (Rounds 0–23), and on rare occasions twice when the fixture draws them together for a second time. A finals meeting is possible whenever both sides qualify — September matchups are the most-watched fixtures of the year.
When do Geelong and Essendon next play?
This page is updated as soon as the next fixture is confirmed. See AFL round-by-round predictions for this week’s slate.
Where do Geelong and Essendon play their home matches?
The Geelong Cats play home matches at GMHBA Stadium and the MCG. The Essendon Bombers are based at the MCG and Marvel Stadium.
Where can I bet on Geelong vs Essendon?
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