Marvel Stadium will play host to Thursday's Round 17 AFL game between North Melbourne and Western Bulldogs. The game kicks off at 7:30 pm with Western Bulldogs heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the North Melbourne vs. Western Bulldogs game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Thursday July 3, 2025 at 7:30 pm
Where: Marvel Stadium
Bet: Bet On This Match HERE
North Melbourne vs Western Bulldogs Odds
North Melbourne vs Western Bulldogs Preview
The Western Bulldogs will look to extend their winning streak to a season-best four when they host a struggling North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium on Thursday night. Fresh off a gutsy nine-point win over Sydney in Marcus Bontempelli’s 250th, the Bulldogs are building momentum, with young gun Joel Freijah starring with four goals and 23 touches.
Sitting just one win outside the top four, the Dogs have history firmly on their side against the Kangaroos, winning their past eight meetings by an average of 53 points—including a 16-point victory in Round 1.
North Melbourne is coming off its worst showing in weeks, conceding 23 goals in an 85-point thumping at the hands of Hawthorn. While Nick Larkey’s five-goal haul and Colby McKercher’s 34 disposals were highlights, the Roos will need a dramatic turnaround to trouble the in-form Bulldogs.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Western Bulldogs to win at $1.08 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Sam Darcy at $7.00.