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As the North Melbourne Kangaroos prepare to host the Western Bulldogs in an exciting AFL Women’s clash on August 28, 2026, both teams bring formidable momentum into this matchup.
The Kangaroos have demonstrated impressive form, securing victories in their last two outings. Their tactical strength lies in their solid defense and quick transition play, allowing them to counter effectively and maintain possession. The home advantage at their venue further enhances their chances, as they look to leverage the support of local fans.
On the other side, the Western Bulldogs are equally formidable, having also won their last two matches. The Bulldogs excel in their forward pressure and are known for their dynamic attacking strategies, which have led to consistently high scoring in recent games. Their ability to adapt their game plan mid-match could pose a challenge to the Kangaroos’ defensive structure.
Bookmakers have positioned the Kangaroos as heavy favorites at odds of 1.01, reflecting their home-ground advantage and current form. However, the Bulldogs at odds of 10 offer potential for an upset, making this matchup particularly intriguing. Both teams are in excellent form, setting the stage for a competitive and unpredictable encounter.
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| North Melbourne 94.1% |
Western 5.9% |
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Betting Odds
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1.01 | 9 |
Latest Results
| 22.08.26 Brisbane Lions Women – North Melbourne Kangaroos Women – 33:44 14.08.26 North Melbourne Kangaroos Women – Geelong Cats Women – 100:27 29.11.25 North Melbourne Kangaroos Women – Brisbane Lions Women – 56:16 21.11.25 North Melbourne Kangaroos Women – Melbourne Demons Women – 46:36 07.11.25 North Melbourne Kangaroos Women – Hawthorn Hawks Women – 42:3 |
22.08.26 Western Bulldogs Women – Richmond Tigers Women – 48:37 15.08.26 Gold Coast Suns Women – Western Bulldogs Women – 14:40 02.11.25 St Kilda Saints Women – Western Bulldogs Women – 27:72 25.10.25 Western Bulldogs Women – Geelong Cats Women – 26:37 19.10.25 Gold Coast Suns Women – Western Bulldogs Women – 6:72 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 04.10.24 North Melbourne Kangaroos Women – Western Bulldogs Women – 59:4 03.11.23 Western Bulldogs Women – North Melbourne Kangaroos Women – 9:55 22.09.22 Western Bulldogs Women – North Melbourne Kangaroos Women – 28:43 13.03.21 North Melbourne Kangaroos Women – Western Bulldogs Women – 37:26 21.03.20 North Melbourne Kangaroos Women – Western Bulldogs Women – Canceled |
Standings
| Pl | W | D | L | %% | Pts | |||
| 1 | North Melbourne W | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 144:60 | 240.00 | 8 |
| 2 | Melbourne Demons W | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 120:53 | 226.42 | 8 |
| 3 | Carlton Blues W | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 116:63 | 184.13 | 8 |
| 4 | Western Bulldogs W | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 88:51 | 172.55 | 8 |
| 5 | Sydney Swans W | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 127:95 | 133.68 | 8 |
| 6 | Brisbane Lions W | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 118:81 | 145.68 | 4 |
| 7 | Hawthorn Hawks W | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 106:93 | 113.98 | 4 |
| 8 | Gold Coast Suns W | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 83:74 | 112.16 | 4 |
| 9 | Geelong Cats W | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 127:115 | 110.43 | 4 |
| 10 | Richmond W | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 83:76 | 109.21 | 4 |
| 11 | Fremantle Dockers W | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 70:71 | 98.59 | 4 |
| 12 | Port Adelaide W | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 74:85 | 87.06 | 4 |
| 13 | GWS Giants W | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 66:102 | 64.71 | 4 |
| 14 | Adelaide Crows W | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 76:111 | 68.47 | 0 |
| 15 | West Coast Eagles W | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 76:123 | 61.79 | 0 |
| 16 | Collingwood Magpies W | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 58:96 | 60.42 | 0 |
| 17 | Essendon Bombers W | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 79:151 | 52.32 | 0 |
| 18 | St Kilda W | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 55:166 | 33.13 | 0 |
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