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Perfect Mannagh as Cats flip script on Lions
Shaun Mannagh had a career-best 5 goals and 30 disposals as Geelong controlled the grand-final rematch with a dominant third quarter.
- On Thursday, Geelong defeated Brisbane 117-76 at the Gabba in an AFL grand final rematch, with Shaun Mannagh kicking five goals and collecting 30 disposals, both career-highs.
- Mannagh, who described his Easter Monday game against the Hawks as a shocker six weeks ago, bounced back with vengeance as Geelong dominated the third quarter to dismantle the Lions, reversing roles from last year's MCG decider.
- Bailey Smith recorded 34 touches and 11 tackles, while Tom Stewart anchored the defense with 17 intercept possessions and Oisin Mullin silenced dual Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale.
- Lions coach Chris Fagan suggested three consecutive six-day breaks impacted his team's hunger, while Geelong coach Chris Scott remained cautious, noting that "nothing memorable is won in May."
- Geelong hosts Sydney next week at home in a match that will either elevate their standing or confirm the reality that every opponent is tough for the perennial contender.
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Mannagh shines in Gabba debut as Cats score statement win over Lions
Brisbane Lions play Geelong Cats in round 10 of the 2026 AFL premiership season at the Gabba, Brisbane at 7.30pm AEST. Seven, Kayo and Fox Footy are broadcasting the match live. Follow this live blog for minute-by-minute updates, scores, results, odds, squads, injury updates and start time.
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Cats flip the script
CHRIS Fagan admits his Brisbane Lions will relish an extended break as the coach explained Dayne Zorko’s late scratching before Geelong’s dominant Gabba win. The hosts were well beaten as the Cats flipped the script in the grand final rematch to win 17.15 (117) to 11.10 (76) on Thursday. The veteran Zorko, boasting 311 appearances, […] Subscribe or Login to see the rest of the content.
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Leaning Left3Leaning Right2Center2Last UpdatedBias Distribution43% Left
Bias Distribution
- 43% of the sources lean Left
43% Left
L 43%
C 29%
R 28%
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