AFL Round 23 concludes with a Sunday twilight fixture between the Western Bulldogs and the West Coast Eagles at Marvel Stadium. The Bulldogs will be looking to piling on a huge score once again as they aim to keep their finals hopes alive.
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Western Bulldogs vs West Coast Prediction & Betting Tips: AFL 2025 Round 23
Simple Equation for the Dogs
The equation is brutally simple for the Western Bulldogs as they head into their Sunday clash against the West Coast Eagles at Marvel Stadium. Win their final two games of the season, and a spot in the September finals action is theirs. Currently sitting just outside the top eight, their destiny is in their own hands. After a rollercoaster season, Luke Beveridge’s side knows there is no margin for error against the struggling Eagles and then Fremantle in the final round. With their potent forward line and midfield firepower, the Bulldogs will be looking to not only secure the four points but also put another big score on the board.
Eagles Couldn’t Close the Job
The West Coast Eagles, on the other hand, are playing for pride after a grueling season that has yielded just a single victory. However, they are coming off one of their most spirited performances of the year, where they nearly orchestrated the upset of the season against the ladder-leading Adelaide Crows. Leading for large portions of the game, the Eagles ultimately fell short by just nine points, but their intensity and fight were a world away from some of their listless efforts in 2025. They will be hoping to carry that competitive spirit to Melbourne and challenge a Bulldogs outfit that has everything to play for.
Recent History
Recent history between these two clubs points towards a comfortable Bulldogs victory. The Doggies have dominated the Eagles in their latest encounters, including a thumping 76-point win when they met in 2024. The Bulldogs’ fast-paced, high-possession game style is tricky for most teams to compete with, particularly the bottom nine sides who the Dogs have beaten up on this campaign.
Marvel Shootout, Here’s Our Bulldogs vs Eagles Tip
While the Bulldogs are overwhelming favourites to win, the interest in this match from a betting perspective lies in the total points line. The fast track at Marvel Stadium is conducive to high scores, and the Bulldogs will be looking to put on a show and flex their offensive muscle. Even if the Eagles struggle to contribute significantly to the scoreboard, the Bulldogs have the capacity to pile on a massive score themselves against the league's most porous defence. Expect a percentage-boosting demolition from the home side, with the game turning into a procession that pushes the final combined score over the 189.5 points line.
Over 189.5 Points
$1.90 (1 Unit)
Western Bulldogs vs West Coast Prop Bet
Our Best Prop Bet: Dale 30+ Disposals
Bailey Dale has put together a really strong season and would have to be in All-Australian calculations. He’s loves playing under the roof at Marvel and even had a 49 disposal game there earlier this year. Dale is coming off 30 touches against the Demons last week and will be running around on his own again on Sunday. He should find plenty of it once more.
Bailey Dale 30+ Disposals
$2.57
Western Bulldogs vs West Coast Same Game Multi
Marcus Bontempelli 2+ Goals: Expecting the Bont to spend a lot of time forward and let his other midfielders go to work here.
Jobe Shanahan Score Anytime: He’s been a shining light for the Eagles in the back half of the season and has been consistently hitting the scoreboard.
Bailey Dale 25+ Disposals: See Best Prop Bet.
Same Game Multi Odds: $3.60 at Dabble
Western Bulldogs vs West Coast Betting Odds & Match Info
Date: Sunday 17th August
Time: 4:40pm AEST
Location: Marvel Stadium
Odds: Western Bulldogs $1.01 vs West Coast $19
Line: Western Bulldogs –75.5
Points: 189.5
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