Fremantle Dockers vs Western Bulldogs Match result — 31.07.2026

Teams Form Analysis

The Fremantle Dockers have shown strong form in their recent matches, winning 8 of their last 10 games, including a decisive victory against the Western Bulldogs in their last encounter, where they scored 78 points to 41. Their scoring average over the last 10 games is impressive, with a goals per game average of 14.4. In contrast, the Western Bulldogs have struggled, winning only 3 of their last 10 games, and their recent performance has seen them concede more points than they score, averaging 11.8 goals per game.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

Fremantle Dockers have a significant home advantage at Optus Stadium, where they have won 7 out of their last 10 home games against the Bulldogs. Their average points scored at home is 98.4, while the Bulldogs average 72.8 points away. The Dockers also have a better clearance rate and disposals average compared to the Bulldogs, which indicates a stronger midfield presence. The recent head-to-head record favors Fremantle, having won 7 out of the last 10 encounters.

Fremantle Dockers — Western Bulldogs Prediction

• Exact Score: 78 – 41
• Q1: 20 – 10
• Q2: 18 – 8
• Q3: 20 – 12
• Q4: 20 – 11
• Total points: 119
• Winning margin: 37
• Disposals: 370 – 353
• Kicks: 241 – 199
• Handballs: 129 – 154
• Total Clearances: 29 – 37
• Marks: 136 – 78
• Tackles: 51 – 50
• Hitouts: 41 – 27
• Goal Assists: 8 – 4
• Free Kicks: 19 – 15

Fremantle's tactical approach will likely focus on maintaining possession and utilizing their strong midfield to control the game tempo. They will aim to exploit the Bulldogs' defensive weaknesses, particularly in transition, while the Bulldogs will need to improve their clearance work to have any chance of competing effectively.

3 Reasons Why Fremantle Dockers Will Win

• Home Advantage: Fremantle has a strong home record, winning 7 of their last 10 matches at Optus Stadium.
• Recent Form: The Dockers have won 8 of their last 10 games, while the Bulldogs have only managed 3 wins in the same period.
• Head-to-Head Record: Fremantle has a favorable head-to-head record against the Bulldogs, winning 7 out of the last 10 encounters.

Match Prediction

Date Match W Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Σ ±

31.07.2026 10:10 AFL Premiership

Fremantle Dockers

Western Bulldogs

78 41

20 10

18 8

20 12

20 11

119

37

AFL Stats Forecast

Metric

Disposals 370 353

Kicks 241 199

Handballs 129 154

Total Clearances 29 37

Marks 136 78

Tackles 51 50

Hitouts 41 27

Goal Assists 8 4

Free Kicks 19 15