Adelaide eliminates Western Bulldogs from AFL finals with 22-point victory

Adelaide defeated the Western Bulldogs by 22 points in an elimination final at Adelaide Oval on September 5, 2026. The result ends the Bulldogs' premiership campaign and advances Adelaide to a semi-final against the Lions. Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge acknowledged the team's progress throughout the season despite the late-game loss and lack of polish in front of the goals. The Bulldogs dominated centre clearances 17-7 but struggled to convert opportunities after losing defender Michael Sellwood to a pre-game concussion. Adelaide now looks ahead to its next postseason match, while the Bulldogs begin their off-season review.

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