Saints struggle in Ballarat, Bulldogs dominate in low-scoring contest
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
St Kilda faced a disappointing performance against the Western Bulldogs in Ballarat on October 3, managing only a single point late in the match. The final score was Bulldogs 3.13 (31) to Saints 0.1 (1). Despite challenging conditions, the Bulldogs maintained pressure and dominated contested possessions, outmatching the Saints 128-84. This defeat keeps St Kilda at the bottom of the ladder, avoiding unwanted history by scoring just before the whistle. The Bulldogs will next host Essendon for their pride match on Friday, while the Saints will play Collingwood on Saturday.
- •Bulldogs outscore Saints 3.13 (31) to 0.1 (1)
- •Saints narrowly escape a scoreless game with a point at 41 seconds
- •Bulldogs dominate contested possessions 128 to 84
- •Conditions included cold weather and sideways rain
- •Saints face Collingwood next while Bulldogs meet Essendon
- 7:00 AMAFL — Winless Saints hit a new low as Dogs dominate in bleary Ballarat
"St Kilda has narrowly avoided a slice of unwanted history, scoring just one behind against the Bulldogs in Ballarat
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