Melbourne vs Western Bulldogs Prediction, Tips & Odds

Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs close out their regular seasons at the MCG on Saturday afternoon, with the Demons coming off one of their most emphatic wins of the year.

The Dees were scintillating during their 72-point victory over Port Adelaide as they look to edge out either Brisbane or Hawthorn in the top four.

The win came at a cost, however, with Jacob van Rooyen collecting a three-match ban for striking Aliir Allir. Tom McDonald was reportedly training with the forward group on Tuesday with his possible switch from defence into attack, while Jake Melksham has been good in the VFL with 3.3 from 15 disposals over the weekend.

The Bulldogs, who are currently $2.90 with Ladbrokes, have gone winless for three weeks now, but could welcome the return of defenders Bailey Dale and Connor Budarick.

In any case, Melbourne’s 10-1 record at the ‘G suggests the Dogs will find it hard to return to their winning sways before finals.