The Salty Bulldog

Two weeks ago, the Western Bulldogs were unbeaten and on top of the ladder. However, the last fortnight has been a disaster. It's lost two games in a row by heavy margins, and the injury ward is only growing, headlined by the loss of its star forward for the rest of the season. Matthew and Nicholas put their heads together to plot a way out of this early-season slump that threatens to derail the entire campaign.

Matthew and Nicholas answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A

Matthew and Nicholas wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matthew and Nicholas pick apart last Sunday's Round 6 defeat to Geelong.

Find out who Matthew and Nicholas had as their Weekend Heroes from Friday's Round 6 loss to Geelong.

After setting off for their annual weekend adventure to Gather Round, Matthew and Nicholas return to the studios as the Bulldogs suffer their first defeat of the season at the hands of a familiar foe. Desperate to answers, the two unpack how the Bulldogs can reverse the trend of a string of defeats to the Hawks, as the issue of injuries continues to dominate the headlines.

Matthew and Nicholas answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matthew and Nicholas wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matthew and Nicholas pick apart last Saturday's Round Five loss against Hawthorn.

Find out who Matthew and Nicholas had as their Weekend Heroes from Saturday's Round 5 against Hawthorn.

The Western Bulldogs secured a costly victory over the Easter Weekend, moving to top spot on the AFL ladder after the opening month, but also incurring a spate of injuries to key players. Matthew and Nicholas return to the studio to unpack the fallout, as well as discuss how the team navigates a challenging month ahead.

Matthew and Nicholas answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matthew and Nicholas wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matthew and Nicholas pick apart last Sunday's Round Four win against Essendon.

Find out who Matthew and Nicholas had as their Weekend Heroes from Sunday's Round Four win against Essendon.

Matthew and Nicholas return to the studios as they attempt to recover from another nailbiting win, with the Western Bulldogs once again claiming the four points on the road to go 3-0 heading into the bye. Praise in particular is reserved for the defence, which has conspired to provide the Bulldogs with critical improvement in the early part of the campaign.

Matthew and Nicholas answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matthew and Nicholas wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matthew and Nicholas pick apart last Friday's Round Two win against Adelaide.

Find out who Matthew and Nicholas had as their Weekend Heroes from Friday's Round Two win against Adelaide.

Matthew and Nicholas answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matthew and Nicholas pick apart last Saturday's Round One win against the GWS Giants.

The Western Bulldogs are deservedly the talk of the town right now, courtesy of another big win against the Giants that sees them entrenched in the top four after the opening fortnight. Despite it being early days in Season 2026, Matthew and Nicholas are both encouraged by what they've seen so far, with stars firing on every line.

Matthew and Nicholas wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Find out who Matthew and Nicholas had as their Weekend Heroes from Saturday's Round One win against the GWS Giants.

Fresh from a famous win on the road against the reigning Premiers, Matthew and Nicholas are in a buoyant mood in the studios this week. With positive signs across the board, the two unpack what a result might mean for the Bulldogs in both the short and long-term, as the club looks to quell the doubts that plagued its 2025 campaign.

Matthew and Nicholas answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matthew and Nicholas wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matthew and Nicholas pick apart last Saturday's Opening Round win against Brisbane.

Find out who Matthew and Nicholas had as their Weekend Heroes from Saturday's Opening Round win against Brisbane.

In their last hitout before the new season begins, the Western Bulldogs produced a near-perfect showing against last year's Preliminary Finalists, with strong individual performances and noticeable tactical adjustments combining to provide optimism for the year ahead. Matthew and Nicholas provide their takeaways from the game, and make their team predictions for Opening Round.

Matthew and Nicholas answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matthew and Nicholas wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matthew and Nicholas pick apart last Friday's Community Series win against Hawthorn.

Find out who Matthew and Nicholas had as their Weekend Heroes from Friday's Community Series win against Hawthorn.

For the first time in 2026, Matthew and Nicholas return to The Salty Bulldog studios to embark on another campaign. The duo reunite to unpack all the news that unfolded over the off-season, as well as review last week's practice match against Sydney.

Matthew and Nicholas answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matthew and Nicholas wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matthew and Nicholas pick apart last Thursday's Practice Match defeat to Sydney

Find out who Matthew and Nicholas had as their Weekend Heroes from Thursday's Practice Match defeat to Sydney.

In today's episode, Matthew and Nicholas assess Tim English's 2025 Season.

In today's episode, Matthew and Nicholas assess Ryan Gardner's 2025 Season.

In today's episode, Matthew and Nicholas assess Sam Davidson's 2025 Season.

In today's episode, Matthew and Nicholas assess Zac Walker's 2025 Season.

In today's episode, Matthew and Nicholas assess Lachie Smith's 2025 Season.

In today's episode, Matthew and Nicholas assess Jason Johannisen's 2025 Season.

In today's episode, Matthew and Nicholas assess Riley Garcia's 2025 Season.

In today's episode, Matthew and Nicholas assess Michael Sellwood's 2025 Season.

For the final time in 2025, Matthew and Nicholas gather in The Salty Bulldog Studios to recap the Bulldogs' work at last week's draft, unpacking the club's newest recruits, including their strengths, weaknesses, and what they can add to the Bulldogs in Season 2026 and beyond.

Matthew and Nicholas answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matthew and Nicholas unpack the arrival of Will Darcy and assess what he can add to the Bulldogs in 2026.