There are four matches on Super Saturday in AFL Round 18 and it begins with a matchup between the Bulldogs and the Crows at Marvel Stadium. These are two of the most potent clubs in the competition so we should be in for a high-scoring and entertaining match.
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Western Bulldogs vs Adelaide Prediction & Betting Tips: AFL 2025 Round 18
The Dogs are Flying
The opening match of a massive Saturday of AFL action sees two of the competition's most potent attacking sides clash under the roof at Marvel Stadium. The Western Bulldogs enter Round 18 sitting in 6th position on the ladder, just four points adrift of their opponents, the Adelaide Crows, in 3rd. The Bulldogs are one of the form teams of the competition, riding a four-match winning streak where their average winning margin is 52.3 points. Three of those four victories have been by eight goals or more, highlighting their devastating scoring power. Luke Beveridge's men have been a juggernaut offensively all season, breaking the 105-point barrier in nine of their last eleven games to establish themselves as the highest-scoring team in the AFL. They continued this formidable run of form last week, comfortably dispatching the Kangaroos by 49 points in a clinical performance.
Are the Crows Flat Track Bullies?
The Adelaide Crows arrive in Melbourne occupying third spot on the ladder, riding a wave of confidence after snapping a four-game losing streak against Melbourne with a hard-fought 13-point win last weekend. Overall, the Crows have been in excellent touch, securing seven wins from their past nine matches, showcasing their consistent performance throughout the season. Their offensive capabilities are also a major factor in their success, as they rank as the third-highest scoring team in the league. However, a point of concern for the Crows is their record against top teams this season, with a 2-5 record against sides currently in the top nine.
Recent Head-to-Head
While the Crows secured a significant 39-point victory in their last encounter, the Bulldogs have generally held the upper hand in recent times, winning four of their last six meetings. A notable trend in this rivalry is the home team's strong performance against the spread, having covered the line in eight of the last nine clashes between these two sides. This statistical anomaly adds another layer of intrigue to Saturday's game, suggesting that home-ground advantage at Marvel Stadium could play a significant role in the outcome.
Dogs or Crows? Here's our Gold Coast vs Collingwood Tip
Considering the Bulldogs' red-hot form, their exceptional scoring ability, and the historical trend of the home team covering the spread in this fixture, the Western Bulldogs appear well-positioned to continue their winning ways. Their elite transition play should match up well against the Crows taller (and slower) lineup on the quick deck at Marvel, and I think they’ll simply have too much firepower.
Western Bulldogs –8.5
$1.90 (2 Units)
Western Bulldogs vs Adelaide Prop Bet
Our Best Player Prop Bet: Naughton 3+ Goals
We were on him last week and he didn’t let us down as he kicked a season-high five goals. He’s now kicked 3, 1, 3, and 5 from his last four games and looks to be back to full confidence. Naughton has now kicked 3+ goals on eight occasions this season and he’ll get plenty of looks on Saturday in what should be a high-scoring, high transition match. Happy to back him in again at the juicy price.
Aaron Naughton 3+ Goals
$3.10
Western Bulldogs vs Adelaide Same Game Multi
Western Bulldogs to Win: For the reasons mentioned earlier, I’m happy to include the Dogs to win here.
Taylor Walker 2+ Goals: Has kicked two goals in each of the last two games and is strong value once again. He’s also kicked 12 goals in his last five matches against the Dogs.
Joel Freijah Score Anytime: He’s kicked six goals from his last four matches including a bag of four a fortnight ago. Remains great value.
Western Bulldogs vs Adelaide Betting Odds & Match Info
Location: Marvel Stadium, Melbourne
Odds: Western Bulldogs $1.58 vs Adelaide $2.40
Line: Western Bulldogs -9.5
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