So let's be like most teams and lose after a Penrith game. Nah that's a cop-out man. No dogs forward ran for more than 90 mtrs. That's complacency, laziness and a shit attitude against a side we thought we only had to turn up and we'd get the win. We didn't play enough footy to even allow...

Ok everyone has their opinion on what happened today and who to blame. I am going to put it simply that in my opinion last weeks win against Panthers had the players heads so far up their arses they couldn't work out their arse from their heads. They read their own headlines thinking they were...

We'll win by 10. Relax!

Don't you like apple pie?

So this is our current roster. Anyone questioning how we can afford to buy players of the likes of Bula need to see this. I guesstimate, $2.5M-$3M off contract at the end of this year plus Curran leaving. If we get Bula for say $900K p/y we'd have to shed say 4 or 5 players from the 2026 off...

The fox presenters saying it was more contact with the chest go F' yourselves!!!

We didn't just beat the Panthers we smashed them by putting 32 points on them. I doubt any other team will do that this year. Also, we set a benchmark for what we are capable of now, to be a genuine contender we need to show consistency and go on a roll with 3 or 4 wins. Penrith showed how...

Don't have the knives out. Just a general question. He wasn't next to CC tonight as per previous games.

Galvin played half and five eight tonight. He has been given the reigns to control the team and will continue to get better. Sick of all the shit put on him.

Did anyone notice Adam O'Brien wasn't in the coaches box and does anyone have any info if this could be permanent?

This thread haha....

Why is everyone blaming Sutton? He ruled knockon from Leota the bunker overuled. Our discipline has let them back in ffs. Sutton has ruled in our favour a few times but challenges and bunker overuled him.

I think that's why Turpin has been put in the side. Expecting us to give it to them and try put them off their game.

Yeah to backup the utility that backs up the other two utilities. We need depth in the utilities

We should be targeting Jayden Su'A. Has an option in his favour next year with Dragons. Until we bolster our forwards we will struggle against the bigger teams. Watson sorry, isn't the answer to our problems

I think CC can make himself look a little silly if SOS doesn't come in at 7 Galvin 6 Burton 3. The message went down to the field for Critta to move more infield to get his hands on the ball. Right there is an admittance we are struggling in the halves so this will test if he is stubborn or not

Thanks bro. Flight got cancelled 10hrs before take-off. So I'm in Italy until monday. There are some flights diverting Dubai with shitty little asian airlines but are over 40hr flights, some 50hrs with 2 or 3 stops. I just want to be back for good friday game.

Hopefully heading back from Vegas tomorrow (well i spent last few weeks in italy after it lol) and I'll be watching this from, of all places Dubai Airport @ 5am. Yep!! Emirates changed my flight and itinerary from a 4hr layover in Dubai to F'n 10 hour layover, yes ten hrs. So please, a win I'll...

In saying that, do you think Burton replaces him when Woods is ready? When is Xerri signed til. Did he extend recently?

Exactly my point

It's not a knee-jerk reaction. Last year it started the same way til they swaped Crighton to the right. The raiders comeback last year is an example of Crichton getting early ball

I have my concerns over Crichton switching to the left. He'll be wasted outside of Kikau. He won't get the early ball, instead he is getting most passes from Kikau. That's not what it should be. Crichton needs early ball to showcase his skill with his feet and hands. Passes from Kikau ( not his...

I was freezing also. Had to go outside at half time because it was warmer outside. Thought it was just me

Great sign

Getting pumped

Must of been me. But I got it annulled today

I It is

Crazy scenes. Unbelievable atmospheres

Are you aware of Thursday nights event at We All Scream 8pm-11am $160 p/h open bar? Will be a great night

About to take off from Sydney and walking through with my doggies jersey on got some reactions. "Hope you smash'm" a rabbitoh supporter shouts out. I've seen at least a dozen dogs fans with jerseys on and we all say hi or give a little nod...love it. Kids as well, great to see. Our fans are the...

Already got my ticket bro...it's close to old vegas freemont st so will be hitting the town after it.

If you aren't aware, the Bulldogs are holding this event on Thursday 26th February Vegas time from 8pm-11pm. AUD$160 all you can eat and drink. Hope to see you there. https://www.tixr.com/groups/weallscream/events/bulldogs-takeover-173542

Quite large mainly in the arms

I've been trying to get this jacket. Bulldogs store and most retailers have sold out. Apparently hot property. But i found it at Stateside Sports today and are in most Westfield's if anyone wants one. You need to be quick though as there's no more being made. $250...

Has anyone seen a good pic of the Dogs going to Vegas similar this? Don't like this one

This.....

Make sure everything matches 100% to your passport and ID.

I am so excited about my upcoming trip to Vegas. The experience of the city that never sleeps but mostly getting amongst our core group of fans and NRL fans alike, not to mention the game day experience, bring it on!! Following that, viva Italia for 4 weeks. As for the stuff being said about...

Don't forget to apply for your ESTA before travelling to the US ( this is a must) if you haven't done so already. There is an ESTA app and you can easily fill out the documentation and have your confirmation of entry within 24hrs.

With the likelihood that interest rates rise next week, my advise would be to wait for at least next week before getting your USD. The USD will continue to rise over 0.70

Tigers are blaming Galvin for this saga also lol

Ciro will start with Burton and Galvin for first few weeks. If it's not working, and that doesn't mean if we are winning it is working because our attack will have to be clicking if not then changes will be made. Where he goes is anyone's guess.

More positives.... * 1 five day turnaround. * Last round played on Thursday which means at least 8 day turnaround for 1st semi. * Round 19,20,21 Saturday night games at home with two being at 5:30pm. Great for fans. * Round two bye is perfect after long travel to and from vegas and is one less...

It's perfect because no one can complain we have a soft draw

You are referring to the 90 year anniversary jersey. I bought this one and the logo is the best of any they have released in 90 years. I am glad I bought it because it epitomises what the Bulldogs past represents. I grew up with this logo knowing Bullfrog ran the club and past legends played...

I am ok with the head but why take away the body of the Bulldog? Incorporate this head with the old body if they want some kind of intimidation purpose. I've always felt passionate with the whole dog on show. Also, why not put a vote or at least a right of reply on the new emblem options for...

Is Taylor gone?

Yep to think, the next time I put on my jersey will be in Vegas. The off season means I can go find a wife for the next 6 months then once March comes around she'll be in the HIA for the rest of the season.

I agree with Burton. I'd like to know his miss tackles average but also how many led to tries. I think he'll be in our top 3 in this category. Not so sure about Tracey. They were some trie savers he made that he put his body on the line and saved us. I did notice he was tentative in his defence...

Thomson tried to get away from him lol

Great job mate, promotion coming your way. So statistically we were pretty shit this year and our wins against low teams were just a smoke screen on how poorly we actually were travelling especially if we compare to other teams in the top 8. But, we still managed 3rd spot. The positive out of...

I agree with what you say about Burton's defence. He is a turnstile and he got away with being criticised for it, but when Galvin missed a tackle he got hammered. Burton was recognised as a weakness in defence by most sides and the amount of tries he let in by throwing his arm out and not...

Yep I paid A$265 Section 106 From what I can remember seating on top level was A$700 around the middle. Seating behind post about A$100

Yeah I'm booked. Leaving Thursday Feb 26th and staying 4 nights. Sitting amongst Dogs supporters at the game which looked pretty full when I purchased tickets in February. Will be good if we can get our fan base to meet up at a venue in Vegas prior to game day.

* Xerri to wing for Monty and if anyone thinks he is too slow or too big, look at Alamoti. * Burton to left centre. * Woods 7 * Galvin 6

Brent Read is the only one from the media that has defended the dogs, and continues to do so. As for Anasta, I am hating his work on Fox because he only jumps on board when it suits the narrative. As for Buzz, I wont waste my breath.

Wow!! Mason rips into the team and performance yesterday. I think it was warranted. https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1CpJ6gyxwu/

Just like the exact same 16 other teams in the past 4 years. There has been only 1 successful team in this time as you know so there are migraines everywhere

Ok, so the year has ended and I am on mad Monday. It's time for the 2025 review, so what is your summation on this year? Firstly, I am a passionate paying member, spent hundreds of dollars in merchandise/apparel this year and turned up to most games. In saying that, whether you spent $100 or...

You're right mate and I don't know why our putrid attack over the past couple years has stuck in the side like it belongs there and no one is prepared or even capable of fixing it. Plenty of sides go through stages where their attack is struggling but go away and fix it. For us, we just turn up...

Afternoon game, dry field i agree it think our attack will be unlocked. We need a high completion rate and we'll get over the top of them

This well and good and it would be a massive boost for us. I worry that Crichton, Kiraz and even if Montoya play with their injuries, what if one went down. We gave to move Preston into the centres. We aren't going in with an outside back on the bench. I wouldn't play Montoya. Jethro deserves to...

For the sake of the argument, let's say Crichton plays, what will the make up of the side be to bring him back him? Without shifting Sexton out of the side and Burton back to 6, I can only see Xerri dropping out or Xerri on the wing for Jethro??

We can shut them all up...just F*ckn win!!!

Agree Galvin is not a half back nor was he at the Tigers, he was 5/8. He's been thrust into organising a side he never had an off season with, had a weeks training with the team and then put in at #7 to run the team. He has been made the scape goat for what possibly was the wrong decision to put...

If Papalii can renege on his contract with super league, Sexton could do the same with the French. It's never too late, maybe offload a player. I hope he shines in these next few games and proves his worth. I just feel he gives us a little stability and may unleash Galvin at 6 without having to...

This shit pisses me off as a fan. Why the f*ck put a team up then if you think we are ' absolutely NO hope' no matter who is available? Seriously, some so called fans, you wouldn't want them in the trenches with you. Bro, get on board. We are two games away from a GF and it only takes one win to...

It has to be Burton imo. We can't put Kiraz centre and Montoya on the wing. We need Kiraz' carry backs. In fact we can't put Montoya in at all. Otherwise we need to carry an outside back on the bench with both these two carrying injuries. Too risky.

Why hasn't it been reported about Warwick's high knee on Sexton?? It is just bullshit these media flops how they favour some teams over others.

Walsh just a fine but just reported Walters did his ACL. It's a brutal domino's effect these semi's

Yep $3000 fine he got and $1800 for giving the bird to the crowd. F*ckn double Standards. If that was a Dogs player he would have been plastered for both. Carrigan suspended for preliminary. With Piakura breaking his jaw they aren't as intimidating up front. If we get through this week, they...

Mate if it was a Dogs player headlines will be, Dogs player a thug, dogs players a grub, suspend dogs player for 12 weeks.

Buzz contributes to the mental health issues players go through. Sure, write something but it's the continuous barrage referring around one player that is bordering on bullying. It needs to be called out. He is the media low life that has no conscious.

I'm hoping for a Canberra win. We'll play them in the preliminary otherwise up in Brisbane should they win.

We have always thrived on it. I will say, with Crichton possibly available for the preliminary, this might give extra motivation for the boys to go out there and do it for their skipper.

It's disgraceful and even embarrassing for the NRL that the preliminary finals are not played at the biggest stadium Accor. The AFL play both theirs at the MCG no matter who is playing.

If Sexton is out, Hayward to 7, Mahoney 9. No SOS, no problem.

So we are playing Semi Final 2 which would mean Sunday game I'd say?

All correct except Montoya misses out. Jethro.stays and Kiraz is ok to play

If he doesnt need an op, Im sure there is protective gear he can wear.

Bad luck yes, but Xerri slots straight back in and Burton to centre is a no brainer and Sexton to 7. Jethro deserves to stay and no point risking Montoya.

If you understand the Bulldogs DNA and culture, we thrive on adversity and we will never lie down while we are still breathing Quiting is not an option. Maybe some fans will benefit with the same mentality.

I don't think he was calling for a kick. Kiks had his hand up to Mann to pass it out. In saying that, it's not Mann's role to kick in that situation because I am pretty sure it was only the 4th tackle

It's should be a pretty simple game plan. Get through your sets and kick the ball inside 10mtrs down the other end. Apply pressure and work for a mistake. That worked for us because on their returning sets they dropped the ball a couple times. Cleary does that and traps them in corners. It's...

Who do they follow?

If we play Panthers i can see most fans from other clubs wanting us to knock them off. There will be nothing like being out there and soaking up all the pre game anticipation and slight nerves with a few beers.

So now that the Dogs lost, there won't be a Preliminary final in Sydney. It will be in Melbourne and the other in Canberra or Brisbane. I doubt the NRL, while possible, will bring a game to Sydney and disadvantaged them when they have the right to play it at their home ground for being first...

We have a rushing defence, it's about pressure and even if the first defender misses we have another two or three defenders there. The stats of missing tackles does not show the true picture. Hayward is first there most of the time.

Mann is overplaying his hand of late. I think his role has changed compared to earlier in the year. It's not his style to be a ball player imo

Well said mate. I am enjoying the ride we are getting this year and I'll still be confident next week we can win. I don't understand how so called fans give up even before we are knocked out. We have every chance as good as anyone next week to win, especially after this game. The experience and...

100%. He tried hard and made a bit of a difference but you have to nail plays in these types of games or they cost you. This did and changed momentum of the game and put us under pressure and they go and score. Last years semi, Mahoney's brain snaps cost us. This year Sexton's crucial out on...

Mate can you take the words we're or we out of your comments. You don't belong here you negative Nancy. You belong in a nursing home where you can go wet your pants and dribble you loser.

In these types of games, you need some luck and we had F*CK ALL. Not just talking about injuries but certain decisions went against us that could have changed the momentum back in our favour. In the second half storm were 40mtrs out from their line and they clearly dropped the ball onto the...

This was the turning point in the game. We were in the grind and the tables turned at this moment.

Coates will be a protected species and we will get pinged for escorts unlike the Roosters a couple weeks ago not once did they get penalised.

Crazy he didn't mention Michael Lichaa lol

Ciraldo said today about Mahoney "we have spoken to him over the past few weeks....". This tells me that Mahoney was given certain instructions and Ciraldo wasn't happy with the response.

Sexton has a pretty good long kicking game.

Ciraldo is foxing badly

Bellamy would be thinking wtf is going on and have no idea who he is up against. Maybe a good thing for us