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Dangerfield 'proud' of Cats despite second half fadeout
Nicholas Quinlan • September 27th, 2025 8:00 pm
Geelong's Patrick Dangerfield has urged his team to be proud of their season despite its finish in the Grand Final.
The Cats would ultimately fall short against the Lions by 47 points, with Brisbane storming home in the second half after being tied at half-time.
The captain, in his address as part of the post-game ceremony, noted that it is not always in the Australian nature to celebrate those who finished second but there was plenty for Cats to take from this game into next season.
He would also applaud the Lions on their performance as back-to-back premiership winners.
"Be proud, hold your heads up high," Dangerfield said on the podium.
"We don't, as Australians, always celebrate those who come second all that well.
"But there's plenty to be proud of today. Beaten by a better side, but very proud of our team."
