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As the Melbourne Demons prepare to host the Fremantle Dockers on August 7, 2026, fans can expect an intriguing contest between two sides in contrasting recent form. The Demons have secured victory in 3 of their last 5 matches, showcasing resilience and capability, particularly in leveraging home advantage. Their tactical strength lies in a robust defensive setup combined with swift counterattacks, which have proven effective in tight encounters.
On the other hand, the Fremantle Dockers enter the match on a high, winning 4 of their last 5 fixtures. This remarkable run reflects not only their strong form but also a well-structured midfield that excels in ball control and transition play. Fremantle’s attacking prowess has been particularly noteworthy, making them a difficult opponent for any defense.
Bookmakers currently favor Fremantle with odds of 1.5 compared to Melbourne’s 2.6, aligning with a model prediction of a 59.6% probability for an away win versus 40.4% for the Demons. As both teams gear up for this crucial match, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see whether Melbourne can capitalize on their home ground or if Fremantle will continue their strong form. As always in AFL, the outcome remains uncertain until the final siren.
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| Melbourne 32.9% |
Fremantle 67.1% |
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Latest Results
| 24.07.26 Melbourne Demons – Geelong Cats – 97:117 18.07.26 North Melbourne Kangaroos – Melbourne Demons – 76:92 12.07.26 Melbourne Demons – Richmond Tigers – 111:65 03.07.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Melbourne Demons – 90:125 19.06.26 Adelaide Crows – Melbourne Demons – 79:62 |
31.07.26 Fremantle Dockers – Western Bulldogs – 78:41 24.07.26 Fremantle Dockers – West Coast Eagles – 112:42 17.07.26 Port Adelaide Power – Fremantle Dockers – 75:103 09.07.26 Fremantle Dockers – Sydney Swans – 111:73 03.07.26 Greater Western Sydney Giants – Fremantle Dockers – 109:88 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 21.03.26 Fremantle Dockers – Melbourne Demons – 118:70 18.04.25 Melbourne Demons – Fremantle Dockers – 107:97 02.03.25 Fremantle Dockers – Melbourne Demons – 109:90 21.07.24 Fremantle Dockers – Melbourne Demons – 116:66 01.06.24 Melbourne Demons – Fremantle Dockers – 49:141 |
Standings
2026
| Pl | W | D | L | %% | Pts | |||
| 1 | Fremantle Dockers | 20 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 1983:1346 | 147.33 | 72 |
| 2 | Sydney Swans | 20 | 15 | 0 | 5 | 2141:1653 | 129.52 | 60 |
| 3 | Hawthorn Hawks | 20 | 14 | 1 | 5 | 2003:1619 | 123.72 | 58 |
| 4 | Brisbane Lions | 20 | 13 | 0 | 7 | 2120:1847 | 114.78 | 52 |
| 5 | Geelong Cats | 20 | 12 | 0 | 8 | 1980:1689 | 117.23 | 48 |
| 6 | Adelaide Crows | 19 | 12 | 0 | 7 | 1716:1509 | 113.72 | 48 |
| 7 | Melbourne Demons | 19 | 12 | 0 | 7 | 1855:1721 | 107.79 | 48 |
| 8 | Western Bulldogs | 20 | 12 | 0 | 8 | 1634:1723 | 94.83 | 48 |
| 9 | Collingwood Magpies | 20 | 11 | 1 | 8 | 1716:1625 | 105.60 | 46 |
| 10 | Carlton Blues | 20 | 10 | 0 | 10 | 1700:1752 | 97.03 | 40 |
| 11 | St Kilda Saints | 20 | 9 | 0 | 11 | 1794:1720 | 104.30 | 36 |
| 12 | GWS Giants | 20 | 9 | 0 | 11 | 1784:1802 | 99.00 | 36 |
| 13 | North Melbourne | 20 | 8 | 0 | 12 | 1652:1850 | 89.30 | 32 |
| 14 | Gold Coast Suns | 19 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 1671:1762 | 94.84 | 28 |
| 15 | Port Adelaide Power | 20 | 6 | 0 | 14 | 1573:1654 | 95.10 | 24 |
| 16 | West Coast Eagles | 19 | 4 | 0 | 15 | 1342:1914 | 70.11 | 16 |
| 17 | Essendon Bombers | 19 | 2 | 0 | 17 | 1307:1999 | 65.38 | 8 |
| 18 | Richmond Tigers | 19 | 2 | 0 | 17 | 1224:2010 | 60.90 | 8 |
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