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28’2”3QT@Marvel
@WesternBulldogs 7.2 10.7 10.13 (73): A.Jones 3; S.Darcy 2; M.Bontempelli,* L.Bramble, Bailey Williams, A.Naughton, M.Kennedy;
@EssendonFC 1.3 1.7 5.9 (39): T.Edwards 2; A.May, J.Gresham, P.Wright
#AFL #Round4 #AFLDogsDons #MightyWest #GoDons
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24’58”QT@Marvel
@westernbulldogs.bsky.social 7.2 10.7 (67): A.Jones 3; S.Darcy 2; M.Bontempelli,* L.Bramble, Bailey Williams, A.Naughton, M.Kennedy;
@essendonfc.bsky.social 1.3 1.7 (13): A.May
#AFL #Round4 #AFLDogsDons #MightyWest #GoDons
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31’20”QT@Marvel
@westernbulldogs.bsky.social 7.2 (44): M.Bontempelli 8’; L.Bramble 10’; Bailey Williams 12’; S.Darcy 13’, 16’; A.Jones 25’, 27’;
@essendonfc.bsky.social 1.3 (9): A.May 20’
#AFL #Round4 #AFLDogsDons #MightyWest #GoDons
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Dogs: $1 (3rd, 3-0-0, 339 for, 247 against, 137.2%); Ins: Josh Dolan, Arthur Jones; Outs: Tom Liberatore (Injured), Cooper Hynes (Omitted). Dons: $21 (17th, 0-0-3, 222 for, 359 against, 61.8%); In: Thomas Edwars Out: Nate Caddy (injured). The Western Bulldogs are flying high in second place on the ladder, while Essendon is reeling from three consecutive losses and an incident-packed Round 3 Sportsbet books accurate at time of collation. Gamble responsibly
Western Bulldogs (2nd, 3W, 0L, WWW) have been clinical in 2026, including an 81-point demolition of GWS in Round 1 and a gritty six-point win over Adelaide in Round 2 before the bye round Essendon (17th, 0W, 3L, LLL) was disappointing in the 12-point loss to North Melbourne. While their intensity improved, they were out possessed by 80 and struggled to stop the Roos' transition play Key Players Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli was outstanding in his side's last tight contest against Adelaide, recording 30 disposals, 12 kicks, and a goal to lead from the front Essendon forward Peter Wright was a focal point in Round 3, finishing with 15 disposals and two goals in the loss to North Melbourne
Head-to-Head The Bulldogs have a dominant recent record, winning 10 of their last 12 meetings. In 2025, the Bulldogs secured two massive wins by 93 and 91 points respectively The Bulldogs' forward line of Aaron Naughton and Sam Darcy is the most difficult match-up in the league. With Darcy kicking six and Naughton seven goals against the Bombers (Round 20) last year, a similar haul is possible if Essendon cannot fix their defensive systems TIP: Western Bulldogs by 50+
Dogs: 3rd, 3-0-0, 339 for, 247 against, 137.2%; Dons: 17th, 0-0-3, 222 for, 359 against, 61.8%
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30’23”HT@Adelaide Adelaide 3.0 5.2 (32): R.Thilthorpe 2; J.Butts, T.Walker, J.Soligo; Footacray 3.4 7.5 (47): J.Freijah 3; O.Baker* 2; J.Croft, Bailey Williams
Second quarter player stats headed by Crows Riley Thilthorpe (35AF), Rory Laird (33), and Dog Bailey Williams (31).
First half player stats headed by Dog Joshua Freijah (75AF) and Crow Jordan Butts (73).
Dogs still top the live ladder on 152.9%, with Adelaide now on 7th with 99.2%
30’23”HT@Adelaide
@adelaidefc.bsky.social 3.0 5.2 (32): R.Thilthorpe 2; J.Butts, T.Walker, J.Soligo;
@westernbulldogs.bsky.social 3.4 7.5 (47): J.Freijah 3; O.Baker* 2; J.Croft, Bailey Williams
#AFL #AFLRound2 #AFLCrowsDogs #WeFlyAsOne #MightyWest
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29’22”@Adelaide Adelaide 3.0 (18): J.Butts 13’; T.Walker 18’; J.Soligo 23’; Footacray 3.4 (22): O.Baker 5’; J.Freijah 8’, 11’
First quarter player stats headed by Dog Josh Freijah (AF) and Crow Joshua Butts (42)
Live Ladder has the Dogs on top with 150.8%, and the Crows on 109.9%
29’22”@Adelaide
@adelaidefc.bsky.social 3.0 (18): J.Butts 13’; T.Walker 18’; J.Soligo 23’;
@westernbulldogs.bsky.social 3.4 (22): O.Baker 5’; J.Freijah 8’, 11’
#AFL #AFLRound2 #AFLCrowsDogs #WeFlyAsOne #MightyWest
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Adelaide $2, 6th on 117.6% (1-0-0, 93 for, 79 against); Footscray $1.85, 2nd on 154.1% (2-0-0, 245 for, 159 against) Book from sportsbet accurate at time of collation. Gamble responsibly
Adelaide will be aiming to prove their premiership credentials when they face an in-form Western Bulldogs side on their home turf Recent Form: Adelaide (5th, 1W, 0L) started their campaign with a gutsy 14-point win over Collingwood. Their ability to score from intercept chains remains a significant tactical weapon, outscoring opponents 37–7 from turnovers in the first half Western Bulldogs (3rd, 2W, 0L) were terrifyingly efficient in Round 1, dismantling GWS by 81 points. They lead the league for clearances, averaging 42 per match compared to Adelaide's 29 Key Players: Adelaide forward Riley Thilthorpe remains a constant threat; he picked up where he left off after a 60-goal 2025 season by recording 3 goals from 15 disposals in the opener Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli was breathtaking against GWS, finishing with 33 disposals (72% efficiency), 11 score involvements and 3 goals in a dominant midfield display
Head-to-Head: The Crows have won the last two meetings, including a thrilling 11-point victory in Round 18, 2025. Overall, Adelaide has won 2 of the last 3 matches against the Bulldogs The Crows are historically strong at home, but the Bulldogs' massive stoppage power could overwhelm the hosts if they dominate the clearance count TIP: Adelaide by 10+ points
Adelaide: 6th on 117.6% (1-0-0, 93 for, 79 against); Footscray: 2nd on 154.1% (2-0-0, 245 for, 159 against)
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30’29” HT@Marvel
@westernbulldogs.bsky.social 5.1 11.1 (67): M.Bontempelli 3; Sam Darcy,* S.Davidson, A.Naughton 2; O.Baker, C.Hynes;
@gwsgiants.bsky.social 2.3 4.5 (29): F.Callaghan 2; X.O’Halloran, J.Riccardi
#AFL #AFLRound1 #AFLDogsGiants #MightyWest #BigBigSound #latergram
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33’25” QT@Marvel
@westernbulldogs.bsky.social 5.1 (31): Sam Darcy 4’; M.Bontempelli 5’, 24’; O.Baker 22’; C.Hynes 26’;
@gwsgiants.bsky.social 2.3 (15): X.O’Halloran 9’; J.Riccardi 11:11;
#AFL #AFLRound1 #AFLDogsGiants #MightyWest #BigBigSound
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Two of the league's most impressive Opening Round winners meet at Marvel Stadium in a high-stakes clash that could determine the early pace of the top four Western Bulldogs (5th, 1W, 0L) produced a masterclass in resilience during Round 0, kicking seven goals in the final term to snatch a 5-point victory from the Lions after trailing by 26 The Giants (3rd, 1W, 0L) were clinical in their 27-point season-opening win over the Hawks, proving their depth by maintaining a firm midfield structure despite missing several key starters
Bulldogs midfielder Ed Richards reached a 150-game milestone in career-best form, recording 30 disposals, 2 goals, and a league-leading 16 score involvements against Brisbane GWS forward Jake Stringer signaled a triumphant return to form against the Hawks, booting 5 goals and taking 5 marks inside 50 to anchor the Giants' offensive charge The Bulldogs hold a formidable psychological advantage over GWS, maintaining a current 4-game winning streak. Their most recent regular-season encounter in 2025 resulted in a massive 88-point victory for the Dogs While Clayton Oliver provided immediate contested-ball dominance in his Giants debut, the Bulldogs' midfield depth and late-game explosiveness make them difficult to contain under the roof TIP: Western Bulldogs by 15+
GWS is on 3rd (122 for, 95 against) with 128.4% while Footscray is on 6th (111 for, 106 against). Each has played with 1-0-0 record.
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Western Bulldogs appreciation post.
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35’9” FT@The’Gabba Brisbane 3.1 6.7 12.9 15.16 (106): C.Cameron* 4; L.Morris 3; K.Lohmann 2; Z.Bailey, Z.Zakostelsky, D.Zorko, Oscar Allen, D.Fort, C.Rayner; Footscray 2.7 5.10 9.14 16.15 (111): M.Bontempelli 3; Sam Darcy, Ed Richards, A.Naughton, T.English 2; L.Bramble, C.Buderick, Bailey Williams, R.West, S.Davidson
35’9” FT@The’Gabba Brisbane 3.1 6.7 12.9 15.16 (106): C.Cameron* 4; L.Morris 3; K.Lohmann 2; Z.Bailey, Z.Zakostelsky, D.Zorko, Oscar Allen, D.Fort, C.Rayner; Footscray 2.7 5.10 9.14 16.15 (111): M.Bontempelli 3; Sam Darcy, Ed Richards, A.Naughton, T.English 2; L.Bramble, C.Buderick, Bailey Williams, R.West, S.Davidson
Last quarter player headed by headed by Dog Ed Richards (57AF) and Lion Dayne Zorko (35AF)
Player stats for the game headed by Lion Dayne Zorko (142AF) and Dog Ed Richards (133AF)
#AFL #AFLRound0 #AFLOpeningRound #AFLLionsDogs #Uncaged #MightyWest
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30’59” HT@The’Gabba Brisbane.1 6.7 (43): C.Cameron* 3; Z.Bailey, Z.Zakostelsky, D.Zorko; Footscray 2.7 5.10 (34): Ed Richards, M.Bontempelli, L.Bramble, Sam Darcy, C.Buderick
Second quarter player stats headed by Lion Dayne Zorko (48AF) and Dog Lachie Jacques (35AF)
First half player stats headed by Lion Dayne Zorko (79AF) and Dog/ex-Blue Matty Kennedy (64AF)
30’59” HT@The’Gabba
@brisbanelions.bsky.social 3.1 6.7 (43): C.Cameron* 3; Z.Bailey, Z.Zakostelsky, D.Zorko;
@westernbulldogs.bsky.social 2.7 5.10 (34): Ed Richards, M.Bontempelli, L.Bramble, Sam Darcy, C.Buderick
#AFL #AFLRound0 #AFLOpeningRound #AFLLionsDogs #Uncaged #MightyWest
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32’43” QT@The’Gabba Brisbane 3.1 (19): C.Cameron 5’; Z.Bailey 9’; Z.Zakostelsky 26’; Footscray 2.7 (19): Ed Richards 12’; M.Bontempelli 31’
First quarter player stats headed by Dog/ex-Blue Matty Kennedy (38AF) and Lion Jarrad Berry (35AF)
32’43” QT@The’Gabba
@brisbanelions.bsky.social 3.1 (19): C.Cameron 5’; Z.Bailey 9’; Z.Zakostelsky 26’;
@westernbulldogs.bsky.social 2.7 (19): Ed Richards 12’; M.Bontempelli 31’
#AFL #AFLRound0 #AFLOpeningRound #AFLLionsDogs #Uncaged #MightyWest
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32’38” QT@Footscray Western Bulldogs 5.3 (33): S.Davidson 32”; J.Croft 6’, 28’; R.West 13’; O.Baker 16’; Hawthorn 4.0 (24): J.Ginnivan 8’; M.Lewis 10’; J.Gunston 22’, 30’
First quarter player stats headed by Hawk Jarman Impey (42AF) and Dog Buku Hamis (41 AF)
32’38” QT@Footscray
@westernbulldogs.bsky.social 5.3 (33): S.Davidson 32”; J.Croft 6’, 28’; R.West 13’; O.Baker 16’;
#HawthornFC 4.0 (24): J.Ginnivan 8’; M.Lewis 10’; J.Gunston 22’, 30’
#AFL #AAMICommSeries #AFLDogsHawks #MightyWest #GoHawthorn
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32’8” HT@Marvel
@westernbulldogs.bsky.social 4.5 4.8 (32): R.West 2; A.Naughton,* J.Croft;
@freodocker.bsky.social 2.2 9.4 (58): J.Amiss 3; S.Bolton 2; L.Jackson, M.Reid, P.Voss, J.Treacy
#AFL #AFLRound24 #AFLFreoDogs #ForeverFreo #MightyWest
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31’ QT@Marvel
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@westernbulldogs.bsky.social 4.5 (29): A.Naughton 9’; J.Croft 21’; R.West 23’, 29’;
@freodocker.bsky.social 2.2 (14): S.Bolton 12’; J.Amiss 18’
#AFL #AFLRound24 #AFLFreoDogs #ForeverFreo #MightyWest
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T-1’17”@Marvel
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29’37” HT@MCG
@melbournefc.bsky.social 3.4 4.6 (30): J.Melksham, J.van Rooyen, J.Culley, B.Fritsch;
@westernbulldogs.bsky.social 3.6 5.10 (40): A.Naughton* 2; Sam Darcy, L.Bramble,L.McNeill
#AFL #AFLRound22 #AFLDeesDogs #DemonSpirit #MightyWest
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