Port Adelaide Power vs Western Bulldogs predictions, May 08, 2026

May 02, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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**Match Preview: Port Adelaide Power vs. Western Bulldogs (AFL)**
**Date:** May 8, 2026
**Venue:** Adelaide Oval

As the Port Adelaide Power prepare to host the Western Bulldogs, both teams find themselves with recent records reflecting a mixed bag of performances, having each won two of their last five matches. This matchup presents an intriguing tactical battle, with the Power looking to leverage their home ground advantage as they seek consistency.

Port Adelaide has displayed moments of brilliance, particularly in their attacking plays, while also struggling with defensive lapses in crucial moments. Their strong midfield presence will be essential if they are to control the tempo against a Bulldogs side known for its fluid ball movement and ability to break lines. The Bulldogs have also shown a tendency to capitalize on turnovers, making quick transitions a vital aspect of their game plan.

According to bookmakers, the odds slightly favor the Bulldogs at 1.82, compared to Port Adelaide at 2. This is mirrored in our model’s predictions, offering a 48.8% chance of a home win and a 51.2% probability for the Bulldogs to take the match. With both teams fighting for greater form, this encounter promises to be hard-fought and competitive. No outcomes are guaranteed, reinforcing the unpredictable nature of AFL matches.

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Port Adelaide
47.9%		 Western
52.1%

Outrights of AFL Western Bulldogs: 2.71% Port Adelaide Power: 0.91%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.95 1.75

Latest Results

01.05.26 Adelaide Crows – Port Adelaide Power – 76:75
25.04.26 Port Adelaide Power – Geelong Cats – 95:65
18.04.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Port Adelaide Power – 89:86
12.04.26 Port Adelaide Power – St Kilda Saints – 67:81
04.04.26 Richmond Tigers – Port Adelaide Power – 48:90		 01.05.26 Western Bulldogs – Fremantle Dockers – 102:114
23.04.26 Western Bulldogs – Sydney Swans – 60:126
17.04.26 Geelong Cats – Western Bulldogs – 131:56
11.04.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Western Bulldogs – 104:64
05.04.26 Western Bulldogs – Essendon Bombers – 99:65

Facts

  • This time we’ll see a clash between two mid-table teams (ranked 12 and 11).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Port Adelaide won 4.
  • Recent performances by Port Adelaide have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Western is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Port Adelaide may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Port Adelaide won 12 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 1538:1465. (average 76.9:73.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Port Adelaide won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 1028:877. (average 85.7:73.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    02.05.25 Western Bulldogs – Port Adelaide Power – 131:41
    05.07.24 Port Adelaide Power – Western Bulldogs – 102:54
    09.06.23 Western Bulldogs – Port Adelaide Power – 85:107
    15.04.23 Port Adelaide Power – Western Bulldogs – 70:56
    06.05.22 Port Adelaide Power – Western Bulldogs – 86:69

    Standings

    2026

    Pl W D L %% Pts
    1 Fremantle Dockers 8 7 0 1 758:570 132.98 28
    2 Hawthorn Hawks 8 6 1 1 829:684 121.20 26
    3 Sydney Swans 7 6 0 1 814:457 178.12 24
    4 Melbourne Demons 7 5 0 2 697:678 102.80 20
    5 Collingwood Magpies 8 4 1 3 666:613 108.65 18
    6 Brisbane Lions 7 4 0 3 719:605 118.84 16
    7 North Melbourne 7 4 0 3 678:585 115.90 16
    8 Gold Coast Suns 7 4 0 3 723:632 114.40 16
    9 Geelong Cats 7 4 0 3 656:604 108.61 16
    10 Adelaide Crows 8 4 0 4 685:709 96.61 16
    11 Western Bulldogs 8 4 0 4 720:787 91.49 16
    12 Port Adelaide Power 8 3 0 5 703:634 110.88 12
    13 St Kilda Saints 7 3 0 4 657:597 110.05 12
    14 GWS Giants 7 3 0 4 605:674 89.76 12
    15 West Coast Eagles 7 2 0 5 469:840 55.83 8
    16 Carlton Blues 7 1 0 6 565:704 80.26 4
    17 Essendon Bombers 7 1 0 6 570:782 72.89 4
    18 Richmond Tigers 7 0 0 7 424:783 54.15 0

    AFL Outrights

    1. Brisbane Lions: 4.5 (20.45%)

    2. Sydney Swans: 5 (18.41%)

    3. Hawthorn Hawks: 6 (15.34%)

    4. Fremantle Dockers: 6.5 (14.16%)

    5. Gold Coast Suns: 12 (7.67%)

    6. Geelong Cats: 13 (7.08%)

    7. Adelaide Crows: 23 (4%)

    8. Collingwood Magpies: 26 (3.54%)

    9. Western Bulldogs: 34 (2.71%)

    10. Greater Western Sydney: 41 (2.24%)

    11. St Kilda Saints: 67 (1.37%)

    12. Melbourne Demons: 81 (1.14%)

    13. Port Adelaide Power: 101 (0.91%)

    14. North Melbourne: 251 (0.37%)

    15. Carlton Blues: 501 (0.18%)

    16. Essendon Bombers: 501 (0.18%)

    17. Richmond Tigers: 751 (0.12%)

    18. West Coast Eagles: 751 (0.12%)

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