MCG will play host to Sunday's Round 22 AFL game between Melbourne and Western Bulldogs. The game kicks off at 3:20 pm with Western Bulldogs heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Melbourne vs. Western Bulldogs game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Sunday August 10, 2025 at 3:20 pm
Where: MCG
Bet: Bet On This Match HERE
Melbourne vs Western Bulldogs Odds
Melbourne vs Western Bulldogs Preview
Melbourne returns to the MCG on Sunday afternoon under interim guidance after Simon Goodwin’s shock sacking, taking on a Western Bulldogs side still chasing a finals spot. The Demons crushed West Coast by 83 points last week—Goodwin’s final game in charge—lifting them to 7-13 for the season, but with September out of reach, their hunger will be tested against an opponent with everything on the line.
The Bulldogs enter in blistering form after a 132-44 dismantling of GWS, powered by five goals apiece from Sam Darcy and Aaron Naughton. Remarkably, they’ve won all 12 matches this year against teams outside the top seven—Melbourne among them. Their most recent meeting saw the Dogs storm to a 51-point victory in Round 21 last year, with Marcus Bontempelli running riot in midfield. Riding momentum and a fierce finals push, the Bulldogs will take some stopping.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Western Bulldogs to win at $1.25 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Sam Darcy at $7.50.