THE WESTERN Bulldogs did what they had to do with a resounding victory over last year's tormentor West Coast, but now need to make a statement against a top-four contender like Geelong.

The Bulldogs still allowed the Eagles to match them for inside 50s in an area of their game they will want to tighten up against the more potent Cats. 

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Geelong is setting itself up for another top-four tilt with a flawless start to the season although tougher tests are set to come.

The experienced Cats know the importance of making the most of a winning streak and banking early-season victories, while young guns such as Tanner Bruhn are blossoming nicely to refresh the line-up.

Geelong has welcomed back Zach Tuohy and Rhys Stanley in place of Toby Conway (managed) and Oisin Mullin (omitted), while the Bulldogs welcome back Ed Richards in place of Caleb Poulter.

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Match Previews R4: Western Bulldogs v Geelong

Sportsbet's Nathan Brown and Kane Cornes preview the Gather Round game between the Bulldogs and Cats at Adelaide Oval

Published on Apr 2, 2024

Western Bulldogs v Geelong at Adelaide Oval, 7.40pm ACDT

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Western Bulldogs: Jack Macrae
Geelong: Mark O’Connor

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Fremantle v Carlton at Adelaide Oval, 3.50pm ACDT

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Fremantle: Jaeger O’Meara
Carlton: Matt Owies

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West Coast v Sydney at Adelaide Hills, 1pm ACDT

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West Coast: Loch Rawlinson
Sydney: Caleb Mitchell

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