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But, a loss against the Tigers could see Joeys drop to as low as fourth.<\/p>\n<p>Leopold face the ninth-placed Giants at home in a clash the side must win to remain in check with the top six and keep the Lions&#8217; chances of a three-peat alive.<\/p>\n<p>North Shore will hunt for its second win of the year against an improved St Albans side at Windsor Park. A win for the Supersaints would be the club&#8217;s second in three matches.<\/p>\n<p>Surprise packet Newtown &amp; Chilwell will continue its strong run home, hosting 10th-placed Grovedale at Jardon Oval.<\/p>\n<p>St Mary&#8217;s will aim for its tenth win of the year against Lara, who begin a challenging month which sees the Cats face five finals fancies in a row.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SOUTH Barwon and Bell Park are set to face off in a finals-defining clash tomorrow (Saturday, July 26) in the GFL seniors, with the winner to take fifth spot on the ladder. 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