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Western Bulldogs Clinch Eighth Spot and Prepare for Decisive Clash with Fremantle

After a 94-point demolition of West Coast moved them to eighth on percentage, the Bulldogs will decide the final top-eight berth in next Sunday’s match against Fremantle.

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Overview

  • The Bulldogs registered a 19.12 (126) to 4.8 (32) thrashing of West Coast, marking their fourth straight win and lifting them into eighth place.
  • Fremantle’s 57-point loss to Brisbane left the Dockers’ finals hopes precarious, requiring a win over the Bulldogs or an unfavourable Gold Coast result to secure September action.
  • Next Sunday’s showdown at Marvel Stadium will determine the final top-eight spot, with the Bulldogs’ superior percentage offering a crucial advantage.
  • Four father–son players—Tom Liberatore, Sam Darcy, Rhylee West and debutant Jordan Croft—featured prominently for the Bulldogs, renewing debate over the AFL’s father–son recruitment rule.
  • In AFLW Round 1, Hawthorn held off Brisbane 4.9 (33) to 3.11 (29), extending the Lions’ streak to three consecutive season-opening home losses.