Geelong vs Gold Coast Preview & Prediction | 2025 AFL | Regular Season | Round 13

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GMHBA Stadium hosts an intriguing clash between the Geelong Cats and the Gold Coast Suns, with both teams firmly in the finals hunt.

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The prediction

The Geelong Cats (5th) recorded a 116-73 victory over West Coast in Perth in Round 12. While the margin was comfortable, the performance was described as "not overly convincing" until a late surge made the margin comprehensive.

In stark contrast, the Gold Coast Suns (4th) experienced their first home loss of 2025 going down to Fremantle by 11 points (75-64) in a tight contest where they fought hard. Their form remains strong, winning three of their last five games.

The Cats' Bailey Smith was a standout in Round 12 against West Coast, racking up 38 disposals, 5 clearances, and kicking a goal in a dominant midfield performance. 

For the Suns, Captain Noah Anderson once again continued his hot streak for the Suns against Fremantle, gathering a game-high 39 disposals and 12 clearances, albeit on the losing side.

Gold Coast destroyed Geelong in their last meeting (R10, 2024) with a massive 64-point win in Darwin (164-100).

Overall, Geelong leads 12 wins to 4. However, the Suns have won the last two encounters although Geelong has never lost to Gold Coast at home (7 meetings).

This shapes as an enthralling contest. Geelong will be keen to protect their impeccable record against the Suns at home, but Gold Coast has proven they are a different proposition this year and have had recent success against the Cats. We think the home side prevails in a close one.

Geelong vs Gold Coast tip: Geelong to win