Marvel Stadium will play host to Saturday's Round 1 AFL game between Western Bulldogs and North Melbourne. 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. North Melbourne game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Saturday March 15, 2025 at 7:35 pm

Where: Marvel Stadium

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Western Bulldogs vs North Melbourne Preview

While this matchup is far from a grand final rematch, the Western Bulldogs will be hoping for some positive momentum as they face the Roos in their season opener.

It’s been a challenging off-season for Luke Beveridge and his squad, with significant injuries to key players Marcus Bontempelli (calf), Liam Jones (hamstring), Adam Treloar (calf), and Cody Weightman (knee). These setbacks have been compounded by off-field controversies surrounding Jamarra Ugle-Hagan’s behavior.

In contrast, and unlike previous years dominated by headlines involving Alastair Clarkson, the Roos have enjoyed a relatively quiet pre-season as they aim to win more than three games for the first time since 2021.

Finn O’Sullivan is set to make his debut alongside Caleb Daniel (WB), Jack Darling (WCE), and Luke Parker (Syd). However, the Roos will need to break a seven-game losing streak against the Bulldogs if they hope to savor the taste of victory.

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