Western Bulldogs Secure 43-Point Victory Over Essendon in AFLW Pride Round

The Western Bulldogs triumphed over Essendon with a commanding 43-point victory at Whitten Oval during the opening of AFLW Pride Round. This win allowed the Bulldogs to enter the top four of the league standings.

After a shaky start where they fell behind early, the Bulldogs quickly regained control by scoring five consecutive goals. Sarah Hartwig notably contributed to the win with a career-high four goals, helping the team secure a 10.5 (65) to 2.10 (22) result.

Despite trailing by 25 points at halftime, Essendon struggled to convert opportunities into goals, managing only two goals throughout the match. The Bulldogs' strong performance was highlighted by Isabelle Pritchard's impressive 30 disposals and 10 clearances. Looking ahead, the Bulldogs will face tough opponents in their final three matches, while Essendon prepares for their upcoming games against North Melbourne, Hawthorn, and Collingwood.