Marvel Stadium will play host to Sunday's Round 23 AFL game between Western Bulldogs and North Melborune Kangaroos. The game kicks off at 1:10 pm with Western Bulldogs heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Western Bulldogs vs. North Melborune Kangaroos game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Sunday August 18, 2024 at 1:10 pm
Where: Marvel Stadium
Bet: Bet On This Match HERE
Western Bulldogs vs North Melborune Kangaroos Odds
Western Bulldogs vs North Melborune Kangaroos Preview
The Bulldogs’ complete no-show against the Crows last week could have lingering effects, but for now, Luke Beveridge’s focus must be on keeping his team locked in against a North Melbourne side capable of springing a surprise. The Dogs’ wayward kicking was a recurring issue, with Marcus Bontempelli and Adam Treloar the only shining lights in an otherwise disappointing outing.
North Melbourne fans are also reeling after a heartbreaking five-point loss to West Coast, where they dominated key stats but faltered late, allowing three goals in the final three minutes. Nick Larkey’s quiet game compounded their woes.
With a crucial clash against the Giants looming next week, the Bulldogs need to treat this as a “get right” game—one they simply can’t afford to lose. However, given their inconsistency, if they somehow drop this match, it might suggest they don’t deserve to play finals anyway.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Western Bulldogs to win at $1.09 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Aaron Naughton at $9.00.
Western Bulldogs vs North Melborune Kangaroos Teams
BULLDOGS
B: T.Duryea, L.Jones, B.Khamis
HB: L.Bramble, R.Lobb, B.Dale
C: J.Freijah, A.Treloar, B.Williams
HF: E.Richards, A.Naughton, L.McNeil
F: C.Weightman, J.Ugle-Hagan, L.Vandermeer
FOLL: S.Darcy, M.Bontempelli – C, T.Liberatore
I/C (FROM): C.Daniel, H.Gallagher, A.Jones, A.Keath, J.Macrae, C.Poulter, R.West
IN: J.Freijah, H.Gallagher, A.Jones, A.Keath, J.Macrae, J.O’Donnell
OUT: N.Coffield (Omitted), T.English (Injured), R.Garcia (Omitted)
KANGAROOS
B: A.Corr, C.Comben, L.McDonald
HB: J.Archer, D.Tucker, C.McKercher
C: B.Scott, L.Davies-Uniacke, D.Stephens
HF: Z.Fisher, B.Teakle, E.Ford
F: P.Curtis, N.Larkey, C.Zurhaar
FOLL: T.Xerri, T.Powell, J.Simpkin – C
I/C (FROM): G.Wardlaw, Z.Duursma, L.Shiels, M.Bergman, W.Phillips, K.Dawson, R.Hansen Jr
IN: D.Stephens, Z.Fisher, G.Wardlaw, K.Dawson
OUT: H.Sheezel (Injured)