Fremantle recall O'Driscoll for crucial Geelong AFLW clash

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 09:32 · Archive

Fremantle have recalled two-time All-Australian Emma O'Driscoll from injury for their crucial AFLW match against Geelong.

Fremantle have brought back Emma O'Driscoll to their backline after five weeks out with an ankle injury. O'Driscoll, a two-time All-Australian, replaces Madi Scanlon, who sustained her own ankle injury in last week's 11-point victory over St Kilda.

Fremantle are in a three-way fight for finals, currently holding eighth place with Adelaide and Hawthorn within four percentage points on the ladder. With two games remaining, their margin for error is slim. The upcoming match against Geelong is crucial not just for winning but for maintaining a healthy percentage should they slip out of the eight.

Geelong are the competition's most powerful attacking side, averaging more than 70 points per game. They defeated West Coast by 53 points last week and remain unbeaten in the competition against all teams except North Melbourne, who they are chasing for the minor premiership. However, Geelong will be without forward Jackie Parry due to concussion.

Fremantle coach Lisa Webb said the team was excited by the challenge ahead. "They're a great team but we've really enjoyed the challenge of playing those top teams and Geelong are certainly one of them," she said.

Fremantle recall O'Driscoll for crucial Geelong AFLW clash — Image: The West Australian

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AFLW 2026: Fremantle to be boosted by All-Australian Emma O’Driscoll ahead of crucial Geelong clashFremantle are in a three-way fight for finals and couldn't have found a better time to recall one of their stars ahead of a massive clash against Geelong.The West Australian · 22 Oct, 09:03
AFLW 2026: Fremantle to be boosted by All-Australian Emma O’Driscoll ahead of crucial Geelong clashFremantle are in a three-way fight for finals and couldn't have found a better time to recall one of their stars ahead of a massive clash against Geelong.Perth Now · 22 Oct, 09:03

In this story: Fremantle · Emma O'Driscoll · Geelong · Madi Scanlon · Jackie Parry · North Melbourne · Lisa Webb · West Coast

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