The Western Bulldogs clung to a four-point victory over Collingwood in a dramatic AFL clash, thanks to a late-game heroics by Michael Sellwood.Sellwood, a rookie draftee in 2025, took a decisive pack mark amid a frenetic finish, echoing the famous Leo Barry moment that sealed Sydney’s 2005 premiership bid.

Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge lauded Sellwood’s courage, noting how the team organised seven defenders but trusted Sellwood to take the match-saving mark as Rory Lobb was unable to reach the ball.Captain Marcus Bontempelli highlighted that beating Collingwood felt like two wins, underscoring the Dogs’ resilience amid injuries.The Pies mounted a late comeback, with key contributions from Jordan De Goey, Angus Anderson, and Will Lewis, but the Bulldogs held on to win 97–93.The result keeps the Bulldogs’ season alive while Collingwood’s late pressure signals a potential shift in the table as the season progresses.