Marvel Stadium will play host to Friday's Round 5 AFL game between Western Bulldogs and Essendon Bombers. The game kicks off at 7:40 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: Friday April 12, 2024 at 7:40 pm
Where: Marvel Stadium
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Western Bulldogs vs Essendon Bombers Odds
Western Bulldogs vs Essendon Bombers Preview
Deciphering this one might be a challenge.
Last week, the Bulldogs showed promising signs against the Cats, despite losing by a narrow margin. It seems Luke Beveridge’s team is finding their rhythm.
Conversely, Essendon’s performance against Port Adelaide was disappointing, suffering a significant 69-point defeat. They struggled to generate scoring opportunities and couldn’t contain Port’s midfield, led by Connor Rozee.
The Bulldogs have been strong in midfield and effective in rebounding from defense in recent weeks, areas where the Bombers faltered against Port Adelaide.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Western Bulldogs to win at $1.40 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Aaron Naughton at $9.50.
Western Bulldogs vs Essendon Bombers Teams
BULLDOGS
B: E.Richards, L.Jones, B.Williams
HB: T.Duryea, B.Khamis, J.Johannisen
C: O.Baker, A.Treloar, H.Gallagher
HF: L.Vandermeer, A.Naughton, R.West
F: S.Darcy, J.Ugle-Hagan, C.Weightman
FOLL: T.English, M.Bontempelli – C, T.Liberatore
I/C: L.Bramble, B.Dale, J.Macrae, J.O’Donnell, R.Sanders
EMG: C.Daniel, R.Lobb, R.Garcia
IN: J.O’Donnell
OUT: C.Daniel (omitted)
BOMBERS
B: D.Heppell, B.McKay, N.Hind
HB: N.Martin, M.Redman, A.McGrath
C: X.Duursma, D.Parish, J.Kelly
HF: S.Durham, K.Langford, A.Davey Jnr
F: J.Gresham, J.Stringer, B.Hobbs
FOLL: T.Goldstein, J.Caldwell, Z.Merrett – C
I/C: S.Draper, N.Cox, J.Laverde, H.Jones, J.Menzie
EMG: E.Tsatas, S.Weideman, N.Caddy
IN: S.Durham, A.Davey Jnr
OUT: W.Setterfield (Injured), A.Perkins (Injured)
