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Geelong Cats Shaken by Power: AFL 2024 Round Nine Thriller

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Don't miss the intense showdown between Geelong Cats and Port Adelaide! Catch up on all the drama and reactions from the latest AFL match.

The Geelong Cats faced a shocking defeat at the hands of Port Adelaide in a thrilling round nine clash in the AFL 2024 season. The match was filled with major moments, including standout performances by Zak Butters and Jason Horne-Francis, as well as a stellar four-goal display by Willie Rioli for Port Adelaide. Despite the Cats' efforts, they fell short against the Power, with Zach Guthrie putting up a commendable performance with 24 disposals.

Geelong's coach, Chris Scott, went on an extraordinary five-minute rant regarding contentious rules after the close loss, highlighting his concerns about the holding the ball interpretation in the game. The Cats were left rueing a first-half horror show that exposed their midfield weaknesses, threatening their impressive season start. The match witnessed a historic moment as Port Adelaide stunned the Cats, securing their first win in Geelong since 2007 and spoiling Tom Hawkins' record-equalling appearance.

In a post-game analysis, it was noted that Port Adelaide's victory marked a significant milestone, ending a 17-year hoodoo in Geelong. The thrilling six-point win showcased the determination and resilience of the Power team, holding off a fierce Geelong comeback. This match report will go down in AFL history as one of the most memorable clashes between the Cats and Port Adelaide.

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AFL 2024 round nine LIVE updates: Power shock Cats, sprint to big ... (The Age)

Follow along for all the major moments and post game reactions from Friday night football in round nine of the AFL season.

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AFL 2024 round nine LIVE updates: Geelong Cats, Port Adelaide ... (WAtoday)

Follow along for all the major moments and post game reactions from Friday night football in round nine of the AFL season.

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'This is a bit of a risk': Cats coach's extraordinary five-minute rant on ... (Fox Sports)

'This is a bit of a risk': Cats coach's extraordinary five-minute rant on contentious rules after close loss.

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Spirited Cats Fall Short Against Power (Geelong Cats)

Zak Butters (34 disposals and a goal) and Jason Horne-Francis (26 and one) starred and Willie Rioli kicked four goals for Port. Zach Guthrie (24 disposals and a ...

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Holding the ball interpretation under fire from Cats coach as he ... (The Age)

Geelong coach Chris Scott said the game needs to have a conversation about how long players are being allowed to hold the ball when tackled.

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'Kick up the backside': Ken gestures to the crowd as hosts 'mugged ... (Fox Sports)

'Kick up the backside': Ken gestures to the crowd as hosts 'mugged' in Port goal fest — LIVE.

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Cats rue first-half horror show as midfield exposed (Geelong Advertiser)

Geelong's stunning start to the season looked to be crashing down with an agonising thud after a first-half horror show.

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Power stun Cats in boilover 17 years in the making (Herald Sun)

Port Adelaide has won in Geelong for the first time since 2007, holding off a second-half onslaught from the Cats to spoil Tom Hawkins' record-equalling game.

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Match report: Port hold off Cats to claim Friday night thriller (Port Adelaide Football Club)

Port Adelaide has recorded a famous win at GMHBA Stadium, holding off a fierce Geelong comeback.

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Power hold off Cats' charge to end Geelong hoodoo (AFL)

PORT Adelaide has withstood a crazy second-half fightback to hang on for a thrilling six-point away win over Geelong, spoiling Tom Hawkins' record-equalling ...

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Geelong denied certain goal by contentious umpiring decision in ... (7NEWS.com.au)

Cats fans drowned the stadium in boos after the final siren, certain that they had been robbed.

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Power hold off Cats fightback in AFL thriller (Education – Australian Associated Press)

Port Adelaide players celebrate a goal. Port Adelaide have scored a momentous six-point win at Geelong in a memorable AFL encounter. Image by Julian Smith/AAP ...

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Cats and Morris Celebrate 14-year Partnership (Geelong Cats)

After 14 consecutive years of sponsorship, Morris continues as an Elite Partner and Official Coaches Sponsor of the Cats. Morris has also been a longstanding ...

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