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As the AFL season progresses, the Western Bulldogs will host the North Melbourne Kangaroos on August 6, 2026, in what promises to be an intriguing matchup at the Bulldogs’ home ground.
Recent form paints a stark picture; the Western Bulldogs have been in formidable shape, winning four of their last five matches. Their offensive strategy has been particularly effective, leveraging a balanced attack and solid defensive structures that have allowed them to control games. In contrast, North Melbourne has struggled, managing just one win from their last five outings. This inconsistency has raised concerns about their defensive capabilities, which may be exploited by a high-scoring Bulldogs side.
Bookmakers reflect the Bulldogs’ strong form with odds of 1.32 for a home win, while the Kangaroos sit at 3.15 for an away victory. The probability model suggests an 83.4% likelihood of a Bulldogs home win against a 16.6% chance of an upset by North Melbourne.
Overall, while the statistics favor the home side, football often yields unexpected outcomes. Both teams will be eager to make a statement, making this a match worth watching closely.
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| Western 70.5% |
North Melbourne 29.5% |
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Betting Odds
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1.32 | 3.15 |
Latest Results
| 25.07.26 Western Bulldogs – Richmond Tigers – 105:48 19.07.26 Gold Coast Suns – Western Bulldogs – 68:77 11.07.26 Western Bulldogs – West Coast Eagles – 86:70 03.07.26 Sydney Swans – Western Bulldogs – 90:55 21.06.26 St Kilda Saints – Western Bulldogs – 61:83 |
26.07.26 North Melbourne Kangaroos – St Kilda Saints – 62:93 18.07.26 North Melbourne Kangaroos – Melbourne Demons – 76:92 10.07.26 Collingwood Magpies – North Melbourne Kangaroos – 89:85 05.07.26 Port Adelaide Power – North Melbourne Kangaroos – 73:52 28.06.26 North Melbourne Kangaroos – Essendon Bombers – 79:65 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 03.07.25 North Melbourne Kangaroos – Western Bulldogs – 85:134 15.03.25 Western Bulldogs – North Melbourne Kangaroos – 113:97 17.08.24 Western Bulldogs – North Melbourne Kangaroos – 138:42 28.06.24 North Melbourne Kangaroos – Western Bulldogs – 60:77 18.06.23 North Melbourne Kangaroos – Western Bulldogs – 84:105 |
Standings
2026
| Pl | W | D | L | %% | Pts | |||
| 1 | Fremantle Dockers | 19 | 17 | 0 | 2 | 1905:1305 | 145.98 | 68 |
| 2 | Sydney Swans | 19 | 14 | 0 | 5 | 2034:1565 | 129.97 | 56 |
| 3 | Hawthorn Hawks | 19 | 13 | 1 | 5 | 1904:1536 | 123.96 | 54 |
| 4 | Brisbane Lions | 19 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 2042:1693 | 120.61 | 52 |
| 5 | Adelaide Crows | 19 | 12 | 0 | 7 | 1716:1509 | 113.72 | 48 |
| 6 | Melbourne Demons | 19 | 12 | 0 | 7 | 1855:1721 | 107.79 | 48 |
| 7 | Western Bulldogs | 19 | 12 | 0 | 7 | 1593:1645 | 96.84 | 48 |
| 8 | Collingwood Magpies | 19 | 11 | 1 | 7 | 1644:1528 | 107.59 | 46 |
| 9 | Geelong Cats | 19 | 11 | 0 | 8 | 1883:1617 | 116.45 | 44 |
| 10 | St Kilda Saints | 19 | 9 | 0 | 10 | 1706:1613 | 105.77 | 36 |
| 11 | Carlton Blues | 19 | 9 | 0 | 10 | 1546:1674 | 92.35 | 36 |
| 12 | GWS Giants | 19 | 8 | 0 | 11 | 1709:1739 | 98.27 | 32 |
| 13 | North Melbourne | 19 | 8 | 0 | 11 | 1569:1751 | 89.61 | 32 |
| 14 | Gold Coast Suns | 19 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 1671:1762 | 94.84 | 28 |
| 15 | Port Adelaide Power | 19 | 6 | 0 | 13 | 1510:1579 | 95.63 | 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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