The Western Bulldogs have made three changes for Saturday night’s Sir Doug Nicholls Round clash with Carlton at Marvel Stadium.

Rory Lobb will return from a hamstring concern, adding some experience to the backline, while Sam Davidson and Louis Emmett have been recalled at the expense of Harvey Gallagher and Lachie Smith.

Tim English will miss after entering concussion protocols.

The Bulldogs will also debut their 2026 First Nations guernsey, which was designed by Joey Chatfield-Berg on Gunditjmara and Kirrae Whurrong Country in Victoria’s Western District.

The design centres around protection, respect and connection, and is dedicated to his late grandparents.

The artwork also draws strongly on traditional and environmental elements, while honouring Gunditjmara and Kirrae Whurrong cultural heritage, and celebrating the Club’s 10-year Premiership anniversary.

The Bulldogs and Blues will go head-to-head from 7:35pm AEST, with the match to be broadcast live on Fox Footy/Kayo Sports.