Warragul Gazette | Neerim-Neerim South and Ellinbank clash at Trafalgar on Saturday for passage through to the second semi final, while Longwarry face off against Lang Lang in a sudden death eliminator at Catani on Sunday.

With both the Cats and Eagles entering the contest having recorded 14 wins for the home and away season, it sets up an enticing contest between two sides looking to push deep into the finals.

For the victor, an opportunity to qualify for a grand final spot presents the following Saturday against the undefeated Buln Buln.

A strong contingent of Lyrebird players, officials and spectators may be expected on Saturday to get a look at their opponent for the following week.

While the side on the wrong side of the result will be forced to get through the long way, moving to a Sunday eliminator against the winner between the Crows and Tigers.

Get through that, and it's a six-day break to a high-pressure preliminary final.

Both sides enter the contest in strong form, each experiencing just the one narrow loss in the final seven rounds of the season, and will match up well around the ground.

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