Marvel Stadium will play host to Saturday's Round 10 AFL game between Western Bulldogs and Essendon Bombers. The game kicks off at 7:35 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. Essendon Bombers game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Saturday May 17, 2025 at 7:35 pm

Where: Marvel Stadium

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The Western Bulldogs will take on Essendon at Marvel Stadium on Saturday night, with both teams enjoying strong starts to the 2025 season. The Bulldogs are looking to bounce back from their first defeat since Marcus Bontempelli’s return, having fallen 106-96 to Gold Coast in Darwin last weekend. Despite the setback, their high-powered offense remains a standout, averaging an impressive 101.2 points per game.

Essendon, meanwhile, has built its success on a vastly improved defensive setup, allowing just 70.7 points per game over their last six outings. That stretch includes a gritty 71-63 win over Sydney last week. The Bombers also had the upper hand in their only clash with the Bulldogs last year, claiming a 96-67 victory—just their second win over the Dogs since 2015.

That performance was driven by their rebounding defenders, with Nic Martin, Mason Redman, and Andrew McGrath combining for a massive 1,644 metres gained. Their impact could again prove decisive in what promises to be an intriguing battle between firepower and resilience.

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