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AFL Semifinal: Fremantle Holds Narrow Lead Over Geelong

Fremantle and Geelong are battling it out in a thrilling semifinal match at Perth Stadium. The Dockers currently hold a narrow lead, but the Cats are fighting back.

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By Staff Reporter
News reporter · Updated about 18 hours ago

Fremantle and Geelong are locked in a thrilling semifinal showdown at Perth Stadium, with the Dockers currently holding a narrow lead.

Match Update

The game has seen several twists and turns, with both teams trading goals and showcasing impressive plays.

Geelong's Jeremy Cameron kicked a remarkable goal from the pocket, helping his team fight back from a slow start.

Key Moments

Earlier in the game, Fremantle's Isaiah Dudley scored a crucial goal, making it a frenetic last five minutes of footy, with any goal before half-time being crucial.

Ollie Dempsey's bicycle kick was denied, with the goal umpire calling it touched, much to the relief of the Dockers.

Halftime Update

At halftime, Fremantle led 10.5 (65) to Geelong's 7.2 (44), with the Dockers dominating the contest and running the Geelong defence ragged.

Second Half

The second half got underway with both teams looking to make their mark.

Patrick Dangerfield had a set shot from 30 out to get Geelong back in the game but shanked it badly, which could have been costly.

The Cats managed to stay in the game, with Ollie Henry and Shannon Neale scoring crucial goals.

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