West Coast Eagles

The Eagles host the Bulldogs in the 11th round of the AFL Premiership season on Saturday.

The Bulldogs have won the previous three matches against the Eagles in AFL action, winning 100-93 in the second round of last season following a slim 49-47 victory in September 2020. How to Watch AFL Premiership Football: West Coast Eagles vs. How to Watch AFL Premiership Football: West Coast Eagles vs.

The 25.11 (161) to 9.6 (60) win came on the back of four goals to Aaron Naughton and a massive ruck effort from returning star Tim English. The Bulldogs kicked ...

“It’s hard to take the game on when you don’t know what’s forward of the ball. Dunkley had nominated to be the ruckman but West was unaware and put the block on instead. “It’s what you don’t expect when a ruckman gets ball in hand as he’s going inside 50. “We played against Dean Cox and he was like another midfielder… And the fourth came in the third term when the Eagles needed to stop the Bulldogs run. On Saturday night, he got off to the perfect start, kicking the opening goal of the match – the first time he’s kicked a goal outside of the final term in 2022. Cody Weightman had two in four minutes, before a string of “lapses” and ill-discipline saw the Eagles cough up an “avalanche” of goals. That is tremendous key forward play. “He worked so hard back and beat his opponent back in the goal square.” But Darling’s goal came off the back of a moment of brilliance from Jack Redden, who opted to pull the trigger in the corridor and hit Cripps while surrounded by three Bulldogs opponents. It’s the first time this season Darling has managed a goal outside of the final quarter – with all his nine for the season coming in the fourth term. The 25.11 (161) to 9.6 (60) win came on the back of four goals to Aaron Naughton and a massive ruck effort from returning star Tim English.

Polarising West Coast Eagles forward Jack Darling has kicked a goal before three quarter time for the first time this season, just moments after he was ...

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West Coast may not have lost any players during the week, but just a quarter and a half into their clash with the Western Bulldogs, their injury curse has ...

He appeared unfazed, however, as he returned to laying crunching tackles in the middle and collected 10 touches before halftime. McGovern had had plenty to do as the Bulldogs sliced and diced through the Eagles early after conceding the first goal. The 30-year-old has played eight games in season 2022 so far after spending time in the AFL’s Health and Safety protocols.

The 2022 AFL competition has its foot on West Coast's throat, and Eagles fans looking for relief in the short term should not hold their breath.

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Polarising West Coast Eagles forward Jack Darling has kicked a goal before three quarter time for the first time this season, just moments after he was ...

Naughton is one of a number of West Australians, including returning ruckman Tim English, who are playing in Perth for the first time since their loss to Melbourne in last year’s grand final. The Bulldogs held brief injury concerns for West Australian forward Naughton, who was taken to the rooms to receive treatment on his right knee, but re-emerged minutes later and confidently flew for marks later in the term. He is one of a number of experienced Eagles to have their performances placed under the spotlight amid a dismal run of performances this season.

AFL: The Western Bulldogs were far too good for a wounded West Coast Eagles outfit, notching a massive win in Perth.

Despite being bolstered by the likes of premiership hero Dom Sheed and midfield bull Elliot Yeo, the Eagles were beaten convincingly by 78 points at ...

After winning the third term - and narrowly losing the first - it was the second and final stanzas which let down the Eagles, with East Perth booting 12 majors and holding West Coast goalless across these two quarters. Pacey utility Patrick Naish also saw a lot of the ball, finishing with 21 disposals, four marks and three tackles in the first two quarters, before heading to Optus Stadium at half-time to be used as the AFL Emergency. It was also fantastic to see Sheed (18 disposals) in action after four months on the sidelines, with the prolific wingman showing good signs on managed minutes.

East Perth midfielder Angus Schumacher has done his chances of being picked up in next week's AFL mid-season draft no harm, starring in the Royals' 78-point ...

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Western Bulldogs ruckman Tim English has made a stunning return from injury and illness to lead his side...

"He doesn't just get behind the ball. Advertisement Advertisement He's a very good turnover ruckman. Advertisement "He's a great example of a ruckman in the competition who plays the game extremely well outside the stoppage.

Western Bulldogs ruckman Tim English has made a stunning return from injury and illness to lead his side to a thumping 101-point AFL victory over hapless ...

Even the Bulldogs defenders got in on the fun in the second term, and the floodgates opened in the second half as things got ugly. The only problem was West Coast were leaking goals at the other end, with Naughton and Dunkley booting two apiece to give the visitors a 21-point lead at the first break. The Bulldogs' third win on the trot improved their season record to 6-5 and lifted them into the top eight, while West Coast (1-10) remain mired to the foot of the table.

Western Bulldogs ruckman Tim English has made a stunning return from injury and illness to lead his side...

"He doesn't just get behind the ball. Advertisement Advertisement He's a very good turnover ruckman. Advertisement "He's a great example of a ruckman in the competition who plays the game extremely well outside the stoppage.

Western Bulldogs ruckman Tim English has made a stunning return from injury and illness to lead his side...

"He doesn't just get behind the ball. Advertisement Advertisement He's a very good turnover ruckman. Advertisement "He's a great example of a ruckman in the competition who plays the game extremely well outside the stoppage.

Midfielder Tim Kelly (game-high 38 disposals) fought hard at the coalface, while Jack Darling bounced back to form with four goals. Kelly produced a complete ...

West Coast: Josh Rotham (replaced Jeremy McGovern) West Coast: McGovern (back) WEST COAST 3.0 5.5 7.5 9.6 (60)

A record-equalling 16 individual goalkickers help Dogs to 101-point win in ultimate team performance.

He was the Eagle still standing that the team could least afford to lose, but on Saturday night they did, with McGovern substituted during the second quarter with a back injury. The silver lining in a season that is now all about development is the extra responsibility that will be given to Harry Edwards for any period McGovern is missing. Darling no longer appeared compromised by his solo pre-season, and his attack on the contest was back. There was finally some warmth on Saturday night for the 29-year-old, who booted two early goals and finished with four. The WA product was clearly ready to go against West Coast, however, producing a dominant ruck display after five weeks out of the team. Ruckman Tim English was the best of them, playing as an extra midfielder after stoppages and finishing with 25 disposals and eight clearances.