Bevo’s Dogs put the heat back on another coach
It certainly wasn’t pretty, but the Bulldogs have registered their best win of the season, writes Lachlan McKirdy. And, in the process, asked big questions of Adam Kingsley.
Western Bulldogs
‘Did he forget?’: GWS veteran’s brain snap
Callan Ward is a great of the GWS Giants, but the veteran midfielder produced an all-time clanger against his old side.
Teenage Dog’s ‘heartbreaking’ address after retirement
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has revealed how Aiden O’Driscoll told teammates of his forced retirement due to concussion only months after realising his AFL dream.
Bulldogs refocus after ‘tragic’ week
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge reveals he spoke at a “very emotional” players’ meeting for a retired young Bulldog.
Tragic retirement call for Dogs young gun
One of the Western Bulldogs’ brightest prospects has been forced to step away from the AFL only months after he was drafted.
AFL star’s career over after six months
One of the Western Bulldogs’ brightest prospects has been forced to step away from the AFL only months after he was drafted.
‘He’s the man’: Bevo backed by Dogs star
A Western Bulldogs young gun has thrown his weight behind the senior coach as he revealed an interesting aspect of his contract negotiations.
Bevo beams with pride over Dogs’ spirit after week in spotlight
It was one of those weeks where the football world descended on where the Dogs were headed and Luke Beveridge’s side delivered an emphatic response against a hapless Richmond side.
‘Lot of heart’: Dogs’ celebrations answer criticism
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has discussed a telling second-quarter moment in their big win after a week of heavy criticism.
’Bloody awful’: Terrifying KO rocks AFL
Richmond’s night couldn’t have gotten much worse against the Western Bulldogs, capped off as a young star was knocked out cold.
Under-fire coach blocks out calls for change
The outside noise has been deafening but as pressure grows on Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge, he’s revealed how the criticism has impacted him.
‘Feels like home’: Dogs gun makes huge call
A Western Bulldogs young gun has decided on his future, with possible ramifications for other out-of-contract stars.
Key Dog reveals: Why we believe in Beveridge
Western Bulldogs football boss Matthew Egan has backed “innovator” Luke Beveridge to turn the club’s season around and been quizzed about the under-pressure coach’s future at Whitten Oval.
‘Aggressive and personal’: Boss calls out coach attacks
The heat being applied to Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has shocked those inside the club who continue to back their man.
‘What do you think?’: Dogs star bristles at Bevo questions
One of Western Bulldogs’ biggest stars has hit back at criticism of coach Luke Beveridge and pinpointed where blame for the club’s poor form should be targeted.
Robbo: The party is coming to an end for Bevo
It’s precarious times at the Kennel, and it seems Luke Beveridge is fighting a bushfire with a garden hose and there is an inferno coming over the hill, writes MARK ROBINSON.
‘Indefinite’ absence for Bulldogs star
A Western Bulldogs star has been dealt a serious setback which has made his pending MRO sanction irrelevant.
Bevo braces for ‘outside noise’ – but insists Dogs on same page
After a week in the headlines, the future of Luke Beveridge at the Dogs looks to still be a talking point, after his side’s shock loss to Hawthorn on Sunday.
AFL loses it for teen son of late legend
In scenes that are sure to warm the heart, the son of AFL great Paul Dear, who died in 2022, has sent his family into hysterics.
Smith trade race: The edge Hawks have on Cats, Pies
There are three clubs leading the race for Bailey Smith, but the Hawks will have a card up their sleeve that their rivals won’t be able to match when the trade period opens later this year.
AFL star’s explosive ‘requesting trades’ claim
Essendon has told off ruckman Sam Draper for comments about the Western Bulldogs and coach Luke Beveridge on a podcast.
Ch 7 star causes frenzy in AFL controversy
Bulldogs great turned footy commentator Luke Darcy has found himself caught up in another AFL controversy surrounding his son.
Bulldogs star ‘unlikely’ for Perth trip
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge says Jamarra Ugle-Hagan probably isn’t ready to play yet amid an ongoing personal battle.
‘Had a feeling we were 0-12’: Dogs boss blasts critics, backs Bevo
The Western Bulldogs boss has declared that Luke Beveridge is safe until his contract expires while hitting back at media criticism of the Dogs coach.
‘What is going on?’: Dale responds to Bevo subbing
All the pressure was on the Bulldogs heading into Thursday’s clash with St Kilda. Bailey Dale reveals how he and his coach were able to bite back at the outside noise.
‘So clean’: hype builds for Doggies’ draftee as key ruck back in action
Norm Smith medallist Jason Johannisen has huge raps on a draftee who has been tearing up the training track at the kennel, while a crucial big man is back in full training. JOSH BARNES has the latest.
Former coaches lead race for final AFLW gigs
A former premiership coach could reclaim his old job at the Western Bulldogs as Hawthorn also mulls a comeback coach.
Dani Laidley closing in on coaching comeback
Former North Melbourne men’s coach Danielle Laidley is deep in contention for a coaching comeback via an AFLW head role.
Bulldogs big man’s mystery illness revealed
An ill Tim English was taken out of contact drills with the Bulldogs testing the ruckman to ensure concussion wasn’t involved, now the cause of the illness has been revealed.
Star Bulldog’s injury mystery revealed
The Western Bulldogs have moved to clarify why star ruckman Tim English has been missing from pre-season training.
Bulldogs legend makes secret return to Whitten Oval
For the first time since his glittering 364-game career at the Bulldogs ended in 2010, Brad Johnson is back at the club in an official capacity. Get the exclusive details here.
Mystery injury keeps Bulldogs star out of contact drills
Western Bulldogs big man Tim English continues to be held back from contact training, but the club is confident he will be fit for round 1.
Key problem Dogs must fix to shake ‘own worst enemy’ tag
The Bulldogs enter 2024 as the AFL’s most intriguing side, so how can they avoid underachieving once again? SCOTT GULLAN previews their season and the issues that must be solved.
Bulldog blow: Baz out for season in ‘devastating training mishap’
What was looming as a massive contract year for Western Bulldog Bailey Smith has gone horribly wrong, with a serious knee injury at training set to sideline the star for the 2024 season.
Has Bailey played his last game for the Dogs?
It was meant to be his redemption year – instead Bailey Smith will miss next season entirely. So, what does the injury mean for his next contract? Scott Gullan takes a look from all angles.
Deadline day stunner: How Dogs can win best draft hand in history
Wooden-spooners the Western Bulldogs are plotting a deadline day trade strategy that would deliver them the best draft hand in AFLW history.
The big reason new Tiger pursued Punt Road move
After making a ‘seamless transition’ to life at Richmond, Jacob Koschitzke has revealed one of the big reasons why he wanted to join the club.
Dogs’ financials remain in limbo until compensation appeal
The status of the Western Bulldogs’ 2023 financial result won’t be finalised until the outcome of an appeal over a multimillion-dollar compensation payout to child sex abuse survivor Adam Kneale.
How Libba is powering Bulldogs draftee
The Western Bulldogs are making the most of Tom Liberatore’s cooking as two draftees caught the eye on the first day of pre-season training.
Robbo: Question Western Bulldogs must ask in review
The Western Bulldogs might be about to undertake a rare event in football – a review without bloodshed. But that doesn’t mean there won’t be tough questions.
Dogs boss addresses Bevo’s future, abuse payout
With a major review coming at the Dogs, the club president has confirmed where Luke Beveridge’s job security sits and how the club would handle a record payout to a sexual abuse survivor.
List Manager: For better or worse, all eyes are on Baz in 2024
2023 was not the season the Dogs or Bailey Smith expected to have, then the trade rumours began to circle. Jon Ralph assesses the landscape at the Bulldogs heading into 2024.
Bulldogs split from AFLW coach
The Western Bulldogs’ patience has run out with an AFL great at the helm of their women’s side despite a year still left on his contract.
Under the pump: Dogs ‘backflip’, call in external help for review
The Western Bulldogs have decided to bring in an ex-Essendon and Melbourne CEO to assist with a review of the men’s program following the Dogs’ finals failures.
AFL club’s $5.9m child sex abuse payout
The Western Bulldogs have vowed to appeal after the club was ordered to to pay largest sum awarded to an abuse survivor in Australia.
Bont upbeat despite surgery setback
Western Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli has gone under the knife ahead of a crucial pre-season campaign for his side.
Rozee, Butters or Wines? The stars in line to lead Port
Port is in the market for a new captain in 2024 but who are the candidates? Every club’s big captaincy questions answered.
Bont on crutches after ankle surgery setback
Superstar skipper Marcus Bontempelli is on crutches following post season surgery on his ankle but is hopeful of returning in time for the start of pre-season training.
AFL heart-throb goes public with partner
AFL star Bailey Smith has broken the hearts of countless fans after stepping out on Derby Day alongside his partner.
AFL stars in footy hitout with a difference
A trio of the AFL’s biggest names are being wheeled out to try their hand at playing a different form of footy against some of the nation’s most talented athletes.
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