The Western Bulldogs showcased a dominant performance against St Kilda in a match where Sam Darcy shined on his return from injury. With three goals to his name, Darcy played a key role in his team's 72-point victory at Marvel Stadium.

This game marked the second time this season that the Bulldogs triumphed over the struggling Saints, adding to their total combined winning margin of 143 points.

Key Highlights

• Sam Darcy's impressive return with three goals
• Western Bulldogs' exceptional ball movement and running efforts
• Bailey Dale's standout performance with 36 disposals and 10 marks

The Bulldogs' ability to control the ball and generate scoring opportunities through quick, precise kicks allowed their forwards to excel, resulting in a total of eight goals between key players like Buku Khamis, Darcy, and Aaron Naughton.

Despite a strong effort from St Kilda's Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera, who gathered 31 disposals and nine marks, the Saints struggled to maintain possession and were often trapped in their defensive half, unable to combat the Bulldogs' intercept markers.

Player Performances

• Jack Sinclair's efforts to generate attack for St Kilda
• Marcus Bontempelli's return to the field after a brief injury scare
• The potential scrutiny facing Hunter Clark for a dangerous tackle on Matt Kennedy

Ultimately, the Western Bulldogs' cohesive gameplay and determination to maintain pressure on St Kilda's defense led to a convincing 20.12 (132) to 8.12 (60) victory, showcasing their strength and depth as a team.