AFL star’s truth behind blockbuster trade
Bailey Smith has dropped some surprise confessions about the Western Bulldogs and the reasons behind his looming trade.
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Animal activists go to war over offensive AFL mascot, team name
Has the world gone mad? The AFL have been left blindsided by an official complaint urging the Western Bulldogs to abandon their famous name as it promotes ‘suffering and deformities’.
Dogs not happy over Bailey Smith photo
Bailey Smith is certain to move AFL clubs this off-season, but a photo taken at last weekend’s MCG blockbuster has raised a few eyebrows.
Bont facing Brownlow wilderness after being snubbed again
Marcus Bontempelli was rated the best player in the league by his peers, and finished with the highest average ranking points for the season – and yet finished a whopping 26 votes behind the winner.
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Clarko’s fury as ‘milked’ frees cost North dearly
Alastair Clarkson has called for umpires to be more vigilant about players “milking” freekicks after two lineball decisions came back to haunt North Melbourne in its loss to Western Bulldogs.
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Bulldogs coy on Bont’s fitness
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge had a cheeky answer when asked about the fitness of his captain and superstar midfielder.
Wildcard in race for disgruntled Dogs star
Collingwood is suddenly a “huge outsider” in the squabble for Bailey Smith with the Bulldogs star linked to a third club.
Done deal? Why Pies won’t land wantaway Bulldog
Bailey Smith looks likely to leave the Western Bulldogs. Collingwood wants Bailey Smith. However, there’s another suitor who might already have the star midfielder’s signature.
McGuane: Beware the Bulldogs… and the Bont
Marcus Bontempelli is a master. Can he lead the Bulldogs to another finals series? MICK MCGUANE looks at the Dogs’ season so far in his mid-season report card.
Bulldogs set for huge post-bye boost
After a statement win against Fremantle, the Western Bulldogs are looking at more promising news on the injury front.
Libba opens up on concussion battle – and that retirement talk
Tom Liberatore missed four matches after two separate concussions earlier this year. Did he ever fear that would be it for football? The star midfielder spoke to GLENN MCFARLANE about the Dockers and getting back.
Dockers bow to Dogs in the presence of greatness
Another day, another Marcus Bontempelli masterclass – this time with an outrageous goal-of-the-year contender. The skipper was, again, the catalyst as the Bulldogs jumped into the top eight.
Bont’s stunning goal highlights Freo flogging
Marcus Bontempelli’s goal of the year contender capped off a superb day for the Doggies, who were far too strong for Freo.
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