They beat the premiers on Monday and now they’re taking on the league’s second best. If they grow their four point lead this Sunday against Port Adelaide, it might be the strongest sign yet that Geelong will be holding the silverware come September.
Geelong’s 15 point win against Hawthorn dethroned the premiers from the top of the ladder, pushing them down to third as Port Adelaide pushed ahead on equal points.
It will be one of the biggest tests for Geelong on Sunday, as they come to thwart a home win against Port Adelaide.
So far this year Port Adelaide has been an absolute powerhouse with only one small hiccup against North Melbourne.
Geelong will be hoping to get as many of its star players to fight against a tough defence and attack from Port Adelaide.
Geelong star Andrew Mackie is only an outside chance to play after he suffered from hamstring soreness for the past two weeks.
They could be boosted by the return of half-forward Steven Motlop, who could be subbed as his knee-issue early in the season has subsided.
Hawthorn will be up hoping to return to winning ways when they come up against Richmond at the MCG on Sunday.
Richmond come into the game strong after they earned an easy win against the Brisbane Lions last week.
The Lions have had a horrible start to the season, with five straight losses keeping them at the bottom of the ladder.