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Last updated: Tue 09 Jun 2026 11:54

Geelong Cats are strongly favoured to bounce back at their home GMHBA Stadium in Round 14, 2026, due to their perfect record against Gold Coast at this venue. The Cats have consistently dominated here, winning their last nine home games by an average of 45 points. Despite narrow recent losses away, Geelong's attacking form remains potent. Gold Coast, meanwhile, face key injuries and a tough road challenge after consecutive defeats. Expect Geelong to cover the 26.5-point spread, and the total to surpass 179.5 points as both teams offer offensive firepower.

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  • Geelong are tipped to cover a -26.5 point line at home vs Gold Coast.
  • The Cats have won their last 9 games at GMHBA Stadium, never losing to the Suns there.
  • Total points expected to go over 179.5, with both teams capable of big scores.
  • The game will be played at GMHBA Stadium on Friday, 12th June, with the bounce at 7:40 PM (AEST)
Geelong Cats vs Gold Coast Suns Tips

Geelong Cats vs Gold Coast Suns Tips & Predictions Round 14 2026


Geelong are backed to bounce back strongly at GMHBA Stadium on Friday night, with the Cats tipped to cover the 26.5-point line against a Gold Coast side that has dropped off after a strong mid-season run.

The Cats have lost their last two games by a combined five points, going down by four to Carlton before a one-point loss to Adelaide. That can look like a form slump on paper, but it is not a side falling apart. Geelong are still averaging 100.8 points across their last five games and return to a venue where they have been almost automatic.

GMHBA Stadium is the key angle. Geelong have won their last nine matches at the venue by an average margin of 45 points and have never lost to Gold Coast there in nine attempts. This is the perfect spot for Chris Scott’s side to reset.

Gold Coast have now lost two straight and were poor in the QClash, beaten by 31 points by Brisbane after being smashed around clearance and exposed defensively. The Suns have plenty of talent, but this is a brutal road trip against a Geelong team that should control territory and possession.

The Over 179.5 is the other clear play. The model projects 195.9 total points, Geelong are averaging just over 100 points across their last five games and Gold Coast are still capable of scoring enough to help the total even if the Cats win clearly.

  • Geelong have won their last nine games at GMHBA Stadium by an average margin of 45 points.
  • The Cats have never lost to Gold Coast at GMHBA Stadium in nine meetings.
  • Geelong have scored 107 points or more in 8 of thier last 9 games at GMHBA Stadium
  • Oliver Henry has 11 goals in his last 5 matches for Geelong

Head to Head


Gold Coast made a big statement in Opening Round this season, beating an undermanned Geelong 125-69 in one of the Suns’ best performances of the year.

That result does give the visitors some confidence, but this is a very different task at GMHBA Stadium. Geelong have dominated this matchup at home and are 8-0 against the Suns at the venue in the long-term head-to-head data.

Across the last five meetings, Gold Coast have won three, including big victories by 56 and 64 points. 

Geelong Cats Form Analysis


Geelong are coming off back-to-back narrow losses, but there is no need to panic.

The Cats lost by four points to Carlton and then by one point to Adelaide, with both games coming away from GMHBA Stadium. They had chances to win both and still sit 8-5 with a percentage profile that looks more like a top-four side than a team sliding down the ladder.

The Adelaide loss was frustrating because Geelong fought back from 20 points down and drew level late before falling short by a behind. Patrick Dangerfield, Max Holmes, Bailey Smith and Tanner Bruhn were all strong, but Tom Stewart was kept quiet and later entered concussion protocols.

Gold Coast Suns Form Analysis


Gold Coast are starting to wobble at the wrong time.

The Suns were 7-3 after their Darwin block, but back-to-back losses to North Melbourne and Brisbane have dragged them back into the chasing pack. Their QClash loss was especially disappointing, with Brisbane leading all night and Logan Morris kicking seven goals.

Gold Coast still have scoring weapons. Ben King kicked four last week, Christian Petracca, Noah Anderson and Touk Miller give them genuine midfield class, and John Noble has been outstanding across half-back.

The concern is whether they can hold up defensively on the road. The Suns lost the clearance battle badly against Brisbane, lost Lachie Weller and Will Graham to hamstring injuries and now face a Geelong team that usually controls the ground at GMHBA Stadium.

Geelong Cats vs Gold Coast Suns Team List & Team News


Geelong Cats Team News
Tom Stewart will miss after entering concussion protocols following the final stages of last week’s loss to Adelaide.

Mitchell Edwards is set to return after being managed against the Crows, while Lawson Humphries is also available again after missing with an ankle injury.

Brad Close and Mitch Knevitt are listed as tests, while Jay Polkinghorne made a successful return through the VFL with two goals.

Gold Coast Suns Team News
Gold Coast have at least three forced changes after the QClash loss, with Lachie Weller and Will Graham both suffering hamstring injuries.

The Suns may turn to Sam Clohesy after he had 40 disposals in the VFL, while Zeke Uwland is also in contention after being dropped last week.

Jamarra Ugle-Hagan kicked four goals in the VFL and could come into the selection mix, while Jake Rogers and Beau Addinsall are also possible inclusions.

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Verdict

Geelong will cover the 26.5 points against the Gold Coast at GMHBA Stadium with the game total going over 179.5 points
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