Overview

• The Western Bulldogs thrashed the West Coast Eagles by 94 points to move into eighth place and extend their winning streak to four matches.
• Debutant Jordan Croft kicked two goals and took multiple contested marks, becoming the fourth father-son selection for the Bulldogs in Round 23.
• Captain Marcus Bontempelli collected 31 disposals, 10 clearances and notched his 250th career goal during the dominant performance.
• Lachie McNeil exited with a corked hip in the third quarter, placing his availability for the season-deciding match in doubt.
• Fremantle face a must-win scenario after a 57-point loss to Brisbane, with Nat Fyfe’s retirement announcement and the return of Hayden Young adding urgency to their finals bid.