Western Bulldogs v Collingwood
Sunday 30 May | 7:35pm AEST
Marvel Stadium, Melbourne • Wurundjeri
Broadcast: Kayo/Fox Footy (check your local broadcast guide)

LAST TIME WE MET

Round 2, 2025
Footscray 10.10 (70) def. by Collingwood 10.16 (76)

The Bulldogs fell six points short to Collingwood in a thrilling contest at the MCG that marked the Club's 100th year in the V/AFL.

Scores were level with just minutes left on the clock, before the Pies snapped truly to steal the win.

Emerging youngster Joel Freijah kicked a stunner on the run halfway through the term to level scores once again, but unfortunately would be the Dogs' final major of the game. 

Sam Darcy finished with four goals from 15 disposals, while stand-in skipper Tom Liberatore collected 34 disposals, nine clearances and seven inside 50s.

THE LINE-UP

Check back tonight 6:20pm AEST for the team announcement!

WHAT IT MEANS - by Martin Pagan/AFL.com.au

Western Bulldogs (6-5) breathed fresh life into its season as it hung on to cool a red-hot Melbourne and claim just its second win in seven matches. The Dogs are still suffering from a lengthy injury list and have had cracks start to appear in their home fortress with three straight defeats at the venue, but can ill-afford too many more slip-ups against sides sitting around them like the Magpies.

GAME SHAPER

Ed Richards has had an indifferent season after earning a first All-Australian blazer last year but bounced back to form with 30 disposals, 10 clearances and three goals in the win over the Demons. The 26-year-old speedster adds a spark to the Dogs’ midfield, while his impact in the forward half continues to grow whether delivering the ball inside 50 or finding space within sight of goal.