The third match on Super Saturday for AFL Round 24 will see Geelong take on Richmond in what could be the most one-sided contest of the round. The Cats have it all to play for while the Tigers are simply playing for pride in what’s their final match of the season.
We bring you our full preview and expert tips for the Cats vs Tigers below, with odds thanks to UniBet!
Geelong vs Richmond Prediction & Betting Tips: AFL 2026 Round 24
Cats Fine-Tuning for September
Geelong returns to the Cattery on Saturday night for their final home-and-away appearance of 2026, eager to put the finishing touches on their premiership preparations. Chris Scott's side enters this clash with a wave of momentum, hunting their sixth consecutive victory. The selection table brought both welcome relief and forced changes, with talismanic forward Jeremy Cameron returning to the lineup alongside key defender Sam De Koning and Jack Martin. While the Cats will be without injured pair Oli Wiltshire and James Worpel alongside the managed Mark Blicavs, the returning cavalry ensures a powerful, top-tier side takes the field under the Saturday night lights.
Tigers Youth Looking to Make a Statement
Richmond travels down the highway to Geelong to close the book on their 2026 campaign, looking to embrace the ultimate underdog tag in front of a hostile enemy crowd. The Tigers have injected four promising youngsters into their team for the final round, signaling a clear commitment to exposing their emerging talent to high-pressure senior football at one of the toughest venues in the competition. While results this year have tested the supporter base, a last-round assignment against a traditional rival provides the ideal stage for the next generation to play with complete freedom and express themselves without scoreboard anxiety.
Tactical Matchup and Ground Dynamics
Geelong's ability to lock the ball inside their forward half through disciplined stoppage structures at GMHBA Stadium will present serious problems for Richmond. The Tigers will need to rely on rapid ball movement and clean transition through the corridor to bypass the Cats' defensive wall. With Cameron re-entering the forward line alongside an already potent Geelong attack, the Tigers' young backline will need to withstand immense territorial pressure from the opening bounce.
Match Prediction and Best Bet
Expecting a tight defensive struggle in this fixture would ignore the distinct tactical profiles of both clubs when the shackles come off in Round 24. Geelong's potent forward line will be thrilled to have Jeremy Cameron back in the mix, and their high-scoring capabilities at home are well-documented. Conversely, a youthful Richmond lineup playing with total freedom is likely to embrace an open, high-risk style of ball movement, which often stretches defensive structures and inflates the scoreboard.
Over 184.5 Points
$1.91 (1 Unit)
Geelong vs Richmond Prop Bet
Shannon Neale has had a big year and has shouldered a big load with Jeremy Cameron battling injuries. He’s kicked 12 goals over the last four weeks and should fill his boots against the Tigers in what’s expected to be a high-scoring and completely one-sided contest. He also kicked three goals last time against the Tigers.
Shannon Neale 3+ Goals
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Geelong vs Richmond Same Game Multi
Shannon Neale 2+ Goals: For the reasons mentioned above in our prop bet.
Ollie Dempsey 2+ Goals: Continues to hit the scoreboard each week. Seven goals over the last three weeks and will get on the end of a couple here.
Bailey Smith 30+ Disposals: The Cats midfielders should get plenty of it, led by Smith. 34 & 38 in his last two games.
Geelong vs Richmond Match Info & Betting Odds
Date: Saturday, 22nd August
Time: 7:45pm AEST
Location: GMHBA Stadium, Geelong
Odds: Geelong $1.01 vs Richmond $21
Line: -69.5
Points: 184.5
Where to Watch Geelong vs Richmond
You can watch the Cats vs Tigers live and ad-free on Kayo Sports.
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