The Geelong Cats (6-0) and the Carlton Blues (5-1) are set to put their premiership credentials under the blowtorch at the packed-MCG on Saturday in arguably the match of AFL Round 7.
The Cats are the only undefeated side remaining after dispatching Brisbane by a 26-point margin in wet and wild conditions at the Gabba.
That was only the beginning of a long stretch of games in which the Cats would put their premier credentials to the test, with Carlton looming as a top-four candidate, followed by Melbourne, Port Adelaide, Gold Coast, and GWS.
The Blues only defeat came a fortnight ago and was a narrow affair against Adelaide Crows, going down by a mere two points. They bounced back in some fashion last weekend, handing GWS a 19-point defeat.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch Geelong vs Carlton in the AFL, plus plenty more.
Geelong vs Carlton date and start time
| Date | Saturday, April 27, 2024 |
| Start time | 4:35 pm AEST/ 4:05 pm ACST/ 2:35 pm AWST |
| Venue | GMHBA Stadium |
| Location | South Geelong, Australia |
How to watch Geelong vs Carlton on TV & stream live online
There are several options to watch the Geelong vs Carlton AFL game in Australia, including Network Seven, Foxtel, Foxtel from Telstra, and Kayo Sports.
The best way to livestream the aforementioned AFL game is through Kayo with a seven-day free trial. It also does not have a lock-in contract or equipment fees, which means you can cancel anytime if you are no longer using it.
All you need to decide is whether you want to pick Kayo One at $25 per month (1 stream and up to HD), or Kayo Basic at $35 per month (2 streams and up to 4K).
What channel is Geelong vs Carlton game on?
The game will not be broadcast live on 7mate on free-to-air TV, but will be available to watch on Fox Footy's subscription TV. Triple M, ABC and AFL Nation will provide the radio coverage.
Streaming the game with a VPN
- Overview of VPN services that allow access to geo-restricted streams
- How to set up and use a VPN service to stream the match
You can watch the game from wherever you are in the world by using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) service such as NordVPN/ ExpressVPN. A VPN will allow you to create a secure connection online when you are abroad on holiday or for work and you want to stream the game live.
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Here’s an easy step-by-step guide on how to use a VPN to watch a game when you are overseas:
- Install VPN of your choice - see our reviews here for the best options.
- Select the location you wish to connect to. This is easy - if you are visiting the UK and you wish to continue watching one of your U.S. streaming services, you would select the US.
- Grab the popcorn and get ready to watch!
Geelong vs Carlton team news
Geelong Cats team news
Tom Stewart (concussion) has been ruled out of Saturday afternoon's crucial encounter at the Gabba, dealing the Cats a devastating blow. However, the good news is the potential return of Cam Guthrie, who is back in contention to feature for the first time after almost a year on the sidelines.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Ruck | Stanley, Conway, Edwards, Humphries, Neale, Furphy, Blicavs |
| Defender | Kolodjashnij, O'Sullivan, De Koning, Bews, Guthrie, Henry, Jeka, Bowes, Duncan, Atkins, Murdoch, Mullin, Mark |
| Midfielder | Tuohy, Parfitt, Bruhn, Mannagh, Holmes, Knevitt, Stevens, Willis, Wiltshire, Clark, Guthrie, Hardie |
| Forward | Cameron, Stengle, Foster, Hawkins, Dempsey, Close, Rohan, Stewart, Clohesy |
Carlton Blues team news
Zac Williams was substituted off at half-time with an Achilles injury after Saturday's excellent win against GWS, and his status for this weekend is currently unclear. Defender Jacob Weitering will also undergo fitness tests later this week.
Adam Cerra (hamstring), David Cuningham (calf), Caleb Marchbank (back), and Mitch McGovern (hamstring) are all still few weeks away from returning.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Rucks | De Koning, Pittonet, Binns, O'Keeffe, Mirkov |
| Defenders | Cowan, Williams, McGovern, Binns, Pittonet, Newman, Wilson, Boyd, Cincotta, Saad, Kemp, Weitering, Marchbank, Durdin, Akuei |
| Midfielders | Hollands, Cerra, Kennedy, Acres, Docherty, Carroll, Walsh, Hewett, M. Carroll, Cottrell |
| Forwards | Silvagni, Motlop, Fogarty, McKay, Fantasia, Durdin, Martin, Cunningham, Young, Monahan, Moir, Owies, McKay, Curnow, Lemmey |
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Match | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 19/08/23 | St Kilda Saints 88-55 Geelong Cats | AFL |
| 06/08/22 | Geelong Cats 110-65 St Kilda Saints | AFL |
| 14/05/22 | St Kilda Saints 90-80 Geelong Cats | AFL |
| 14/08/21 | Geelong Cats 85-71 St Kilda Saints | AFL |
| 14/05/21 | St Kilda Saints 47-68 Geelong Cats | AFL |