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Dominant Victory for Western Bulldogs in AFL Round 10
In the high-intensity round 10 of the AFL 2025 season, the Western Bulldogs achieved a dominant performance to destroy the Essenon bombers with a breathtaking 52-point victory at Marvel Stadium. From the start, the Bulldogs made clear intentions and built up pressure with offensive midfield, efficient ball movement and sharp advance entries. The game ended with the final goal line by the Western Bulldog 130 Essendon Bomber 78, resulting in a strong message of the rest of the competition. This was one of the most anticipated matchups of the round, and it catered to the hype, especially for Bulldog fans. Key players such as Marcus Bontempelli and Cody Weightman performed on a large scale, with Bontempelli dominating the midfield and heavy chains in a decisive four-goal transport.
Electrifying First Quarter and Key Moments
The Bulldogs' first quarter was particularly electrical, returning the opening time with the highest score since 2023, and early on with a quick transition to a ball carrier and intense pressure. One of the biggest topics in the game came when Lizam Vander Meier scored a Hydweering free kick after contact with Essendon Defender Mason Redman.
Essendon Bombers’ Response and Bulldogs’ Defensive Strength
The bombers fought mini climbs from Zach Mellett and Kyle Langford in the third quarter, but it was too late for the dog defense wall to say. The Bulldog outperformed the bombers in overall efficiency and accuracy (54.8% versus 41.4% dining tone) within almost all important AFL statistics (392-360), clearance (40-33), and in their 50s (58-57). Accuracy with the ball and unrelenting pressure on competition made the difference.
Implications for Both Teams Moving Forward
The loss was a wake-up call for dining tones that had been stained before the game. Bombers will need to reevaluate their defensive structure and mid-length version if they want to remain competitive in the race until the final. In the meantime, the Bulldogs are in the top 8 in the AFL. With the final visible, this AFL-Rund 10 result could prove central when it comes to climbing leaders and momentum into the second half of the season.
Match Highlights and Viewing Information
From virus highlights and controversial umpire decisions to top individual animal performances, these bulldogs against bombers had everything AFL fans could ask to see why Australian rules are one of the most exciting sports in the world. For those who missed it, this match is a must-see repetition on the AFL streaming platform.
