Every good narrative comprises of five elements: Who, what, where, when and why.
 
Here is the story against Geelong ahead of Friday night’s clash at Domain Stadium.
 
Who – Patrick Dangerfield
Patrick Dangerfield has set the AFL alight in 2016 with his attack on the football. The 2007 number 10 draft pick is ranked first in the league for inside 50s, and second for contested possessions and disposals per game. The Geelong midfielder has averaged 31.3 touches a game this year, but there is good news for Fremantle, with Dangerfield averaging a more manageable 24 touches when he plays against Freo.

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What – The match-ups
Dangerfield maybe the standout for Geelong, and whoever gets the role on him will need to be sharp, but around the ground, key match-ups will decide this game.
 
Neale v Selwood: Lachie Neale has been a shining light for Fremantle this year, and fans will be hoping the recently re-signed midfielder can maintain his good form. Joel Selwood is averaging 27 disposals a game in 2016, and creates space for Dangerfield by drawing a tagging midfielder. The centre is going to be hotly contested.
 
Pavlich v Mackie: Matthew Pavlich kicked three goals against Melbourne and made his presence felt around the ground. He has a good record against Geelong, averaging more than two goals per game. Andrew Mackie will be lining up for his 250th game for Geelong, and was among his side’s best against Sydney, collecting 28 disposals across half-back. Fremantle will need to stop this rebounding back-man.
 
Where – Domain Stadium
Fremantle have won their past two games at Domain Stadium in 2016, including the tight victory over Port Adelaide in round 13, and will be looking to make it three in a row over Geelong in Perth.

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When – Friday night lights
This is Fremantle’s second Friday match in three weeks, following the loss to Collingwood in round 14. It also means Fremantle only have a six day break including travel, while Geelong are playing their second Friday game in as many weeks.
 
Why – This game matters
With the season coming to the business end, Geelong will be looking to arrest their recent drop in form, and rebound. With the bottom four sides of the top eight separated by percentage, a loss could put a dent in any premiership ambitions. Fremantle will want to improve on their defensive pressure, after several players mentioned it as a focus after Saturday’s match in Darwin.