Melbourne Demons vs Western Bulldogs Prediction: Western Bulldogs is expected to have a dominant win

Melbourne Demons vs Western Bulldogs Prediction and Odds on the Match on August 10, 2025

In round twenty-two of the Australian Football League, the Melbourne Demons will play the Western Bulldogs at Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne. The home side, Melbourne Demons, are the underdogs, while the Western Bulldogs come in as well-favoured. How will this game unfold? Below, I preview this game and offer predictions. 

Melbourne Demons: Form and Statistics

Melbourne caretaker coach Troy Chaplin will not pursue the Demons’ vacant coaching position despite having strong aspirations to be a senior coach. The Melbourne defender fronted the Appeals Board in a bid to overturn the suspension handed down by the AFL Tribunal for his controversial collision with Carlton forward Francis Evans, just over a week ago. Melbourne Demons in fourth quarters at Marvel Stadium this year has been from 1.6 to 17.3.

Melbourne Demons LINEUP

Adam Simpson has given a nonsense response to reports he is on the radar of Melbourne powerbrokers after the sacking of premiership coach Simon Goodwin. Melbourne's decision to part ways with Simon Goodwin is the first big coaching domino to fall in 2025, putting pressure on a rival club.

Melbourne Demons Team List

B: J.Bowey, T.McDonald, T.Rivers

HB: C.Salem, D.Turner, B.Howes

C: J.Culley, C.Petracca, T.Sparrow

HF: H.Langford, B.Fritsch, K.Chandler

F: J.Melksham, J.van Rooyen, K.Pickett

FOLL: M.Gawn - C, J.Viney, E.Langdon

I/C: J.McVee, C.Windsor, C.Oliver, M.Jefferson, J.Adams, T.Campbell, H.Sharp, H.Petty

In: - M.Jefferson, J.Adams, T.Campbell

Out: -

Western Bulldogs: Form and Statistics

The AFL has declined to investigate a controversial AFL match umpired by Troy Pannell, despite one umpire claiming he counted eight unwarranted free kicks to the Western Bulldogs. Aaron Naughton and Sam Darcy each kicked five goals last weekend, and since Darcy’s return from injury, Naughton has kicked goals in every match, while Darcy has scored 28. They lead the competition in points per game, having scored over 100 points in seven of their last nine matches, and posting 98 points against Adelaide in that period.

Western Bulldogs LINEUEP

Western Bulldogs swingman Buku Khamis is keen to find a new start. Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge was absolutely elated with his team’s crushing 88-point win over GWS on Thursday night as the Dogs' chances of featuring in September were boosted.

Western Bulldogs Team List

B: L.Bramble, J.Busslinger, J.O’Donnell

HB: L.Cleary, R.Lobb, J.Johannisen

C: O.Baker, E.Richards, B.Dale

HF: R.Sanders, A.Naughton, M.Kennedy

F: C.Poulter, S.Darcy, R.West

FOLL: T.English, M.Bontempelli - C, T.Liberatore

I/C: S.Davidson, J.Dolan, J.Freijah, R.Garcia, B.Khamis, L.McNeil, L.Vandermeer, B.Williams

In: - S.Davidson, J.Dolan, B.Khamis

Out: -

Melbourne Demons vs Western Bulldogs Head-Head Statistics

In the last five meetings between the Melbourne Demons and Western Bulldogs, the home side easily dominated with three wins. In the last win, it ended in a 110-59 score margin for Melbourne Demons.

Melbourne Demons vs Western Bulldogs Match Betting Tips & Odds

• The Bulldogs have dominated teams outside the top eight this season, boasting a perfect record of 10 wins from 10 matches. Seven of those victories have been by 70 points or more. The bookies have Western Bulldogs to win at 1.30 odds for the 1xbet bookmaker.;
• The Bulldogs also lead the competition for disposals in the past five rounds, with Marcus Bontempelli and Tom Liberatore both recording over 25 disposals in their game against the Giants. The ‘Bont’ has had 25+ disposals in four of his last five matches, with 24 in the other. Handicap Western Bulldogs (-22.5) at 1.87 odds for the Bet365 bookmark. In that match, Melbourne dominated in disposals, clearances, and inside 50 count, with five players recording 25 or more disposals. Bailey Fritsch was a standout up forward, kicking four goals. He’s now scored 12 goals in his last four matches. Over 178.5 points is available on Bet365 with odds at 1.89.;
• Melbourne has won two of their last four matches, having squandered what seemed like a certain victory against St Kilda a fortnight ago, before bouncing back with a strong performance against West Coast. A win for the Melbourne Demons is available on Bet365 with odds at 3.47.;

Melbourne Demons vs Western Bulldogs Match Prediction 10 August 2025

John Longmire and Adam Simpson were both cautious when asked about their interest in the Melbourne coaching job, but left the door ajar, while Nathan Buckley admitted it was a tempting role. Story by Andrew Wu and Jon Pierik. Melbourne premiership star Ed Langdon isn't convinced a new coaching voice was needed to steer the Demons back into the finals mix. Simon Goodwin built an offensive juggernaut, turned it into a defensive powerhouse, and ended the curse of Norm Smith. They haven't won a final since. And now he's gone. It means Melbourne faces an impossible question over a glorious moment.

Our match prediction is Over 178.5 total points with odds at 1.89 on the 1Xbet bookmaker.

Our betting tip is Handicap Western Bulldogs (-22.5) at 1.87 odds on the Bet365 bookmaker.

Our final match prediction is Western Bulldogs (over 101.5) total points with odds at 1.9 on Betway.