Melbourne Demons stage epic comeback to stun Geelong Cats, book AFLW preliminary final
Melbourne secured a narrow four-point victory over Geelong in the AFLW qualifying final after a dramatic comeback. The game concluded with a missed set shot by Geelong's Chloe Scheer in the final seconds.
Why it matters
This match determines the progression of teams in the AFLW finals series, highlighting the competitive nature of the league.
Geelong's Chloe Scheer missed a heartbreaking set shot with 15 seconds remaining
--> Melbourne's Tyla Hanks celebrates a goal against Geelong in the qualifying final, 2026. Picture: AFL Photos THE FAIRYTALE doesn't always come to fruition.
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