Where and when: Sullivan Logistics Stadium, Saturday, October 17, 4.15pm (AWST)

Last time we met: West Coast 7.8 (50) defeated Geelong 2.7 (19), round 10, 2025.

West Coast produced one of its most complete performances of the 2025 season to defeat Geelong by 31-points in Pride Round. The Eagles led from the outset and powered clear with three unanswered third-quarter goals to claim the victory that strengthened their push towards a maiden AFLW finals appearance. Lucia Painter starred up forward with three goals, while Ella Roberts was influential with 25 disposals and six inside 50s.

What it means for the Eagles: West Coast will be eager to respond after a narrow four-point defeat to Port Adelaide ended their four-game winning streak last week. A victory over Geelong would help the Eagles regain momentum heading into the final stretch of the season and reinforce the form that saw them emerge as one of the competition's most in-form teams. With every result carrying added importance at this stage of the year, banking four premiership points would keep West Coast's season on track and provide a timely confidence boost ahead of the closing rounds.

The stat: West Coast's two biggest wins over Geelong have come on home soil, with a 39-point victory in 2021 and a 31-point triumph in 2025.

Oppo in focus: Aishling Moloney

Geelong forward Aishling Moloney remains the Cats' most dangerous attacking weapon and will be a key focus for West Coast's defence. The Irish star is a proven goalkicker who can turn a game quickly with her strong marking and aerial presence inside 50. The Eagles did an outstanding job limiting Moloney's influence when the sides last met, with Jess Rentsch shutting her down in a crucial defensive performance. Repeating that effort will be vital if West Coast is to contain Geelong's scoring power on Saturday.

It’s a big week for: Ella Slocombe

After returning home via a trade from North Melbourne ahead of the 2026 AFLW season, Slocombe made an encouraging start to life in the blue and gold and is set to make her first appearance since round four. In the absence of Amy Franklin, Slocombe will be looking to provide a spark in attack and make the most of her opportunity.

Big call: West Coast's defence keeps Geelong to under four goals for the second straight meeting between the sides.