Geelong defeats winless Bombers to move into top four

Geelong defeated Essendon 83 to 51 in AFLW, claiming their third straight win and moving into the top four.

Why it mattersGeelong's form suggests a genuine finals threat in the Women's competition, while Essendon faces an early rebuilding challenge.

AustraliaThe AFLW is one of Australia's fastest-growing sports; Geelong's top-four position and Essendon's struggles interest fans across the country.

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Hawthorn, Adelaide, Brisbane and Port Adelaide face critical AFLW finals fight

Mid-season pressure builds on four AFLW clubs to secure finals spots as the competition tightens.

Why it mattersWith the finals race wide open, form over the next few weeks will determine whether established clubs like Hawthorn and Brisbane can recover or face missing the eight.

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Michael Voss: Adelaide must copy Sydney's midfield scramble to beat Brisbane

Three-time Brisbane premiership captain Michael Voss says Adelaide should replicate Sydney's midfield scramble strategy that produced a 53-point qualifying final rout.