Demons claim top spot as Cats maintain winning ways
Melbourne keeps its perfect start to the AFLW season intact, while Geelong storms home to claim its fifth straight victory.
Melbourne continues to dominate the AFLW season with their first undefeated record, after a convincing 34-point victory over Carlton. The Demons' win came at the expense of Georgia Gall, who suffered an ankle injury in the third quarter. Geelong secured a fifth consecutive win this season, defeating Collingwood by 41 points.
Melbourne's 34-point win over Carlton at Casey Fields served as a strong statement, maintaining their undefeated streak. However, their win may have come at a cost, as Georgia Gall left the game with an ankle injury. The Blues showed resilience in the opening half of their match against Geelong, but Melbourne's four straight goals in the third quarter secured their victory.
Geelong's victory over Collingwood marked their fifth consecutive win, putting them in a strong position for the top eight. The Cats' 14.6 to 7.7 triumph over Collingwood was aided by Georgia Gall, who scored one goal. Meanwhile, the Magpies remained winless, with Olivia Lewis making a notable impact in her AFLW debut.
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