Welcome to BettingPro’s evergreen hub for Essendon vs Fremantle AFL — every head-to-head meeting since 2023, current 2026 form, betting angles, and where to watch. Since 2023 the sides have met 4 times, with the Fremantle holding a 2-game edge (1-3). Also searched as Fremantle vs Essendon, Bombers vs Dockers, and Dockers vs Bombers. For weekly AFL coverage, head to our AFL tips hub or AFL round-by-round predictions.
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Essendon vs Fremantle — 2026 Form Snapshot
| 2026 Snapshot | Essendon | Fremantle |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 record | 1-14 (15 played) | 13-1 (14 played) |
| Points for / against | 1092 / 1537 (-445) | 1387 / 932 (+455) |
| Last 5 (most recent first) | LLLLL | WWWWW |
| Last result | R16 vs Kangaroos · 65-79 (↓ L) | R16 vs Gold Coast · 80-29 (↑ W) |
When do Essendon and Fremantle next play? Bookmark this page — we’ll surface the next meeting here as soon as the draw confirms it. For this week’s tips across the AFL, see AFL round-by-round predictions, or the AFL match predictions index for other team-by-team H2Hs.
Essendon vs Fremantle Head to Head (since 2023)
| Played | Essendon wins | Fremantle wins | Draws | Avg score | Current streak |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 69–98 | Fremantle · 2 |
Last 4 Essendon vs Fremantle Meetings
| Round | Home | Score | Away | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round 10 2026 | Essendon | 61 – 104 | Fremantle | Fremantle by 43 | M.C.G. |
| Round 15 2025 | Fremantle | 104 – 63 | Essendon | Fremantle by 41 | Perth Stadium |
| Round 21 2024 | Essendon | 90 – 89 | Fremantle | Essendon by 1 | M.C.G. |
| Round 15 2023 | Fremantle | 93 – 61 | Essendon | Fremantle by 32 | Perth Stadium |
Essendon vs Fremantle Recent Trends
- Last 5 meetings: Essendon 1, Fremantle 3.
- Average winning margin: 29.2 points across the 4-match sample since 2023.
- Biggest result: Fremantle by 43 (Essendon 61–104 Fremantle, Round 10 2026).
- Both teams 80+: 1 of 4 meetings (25%) saw both sides post 80 or more.
- Home-team win rate: 75% of meetings since 2023 — useful context for line markets.
- Current streak: Fremantle have won the last 2 meetings.
Venue, Tickets & How to Watch Essendon vs Fremantle
The Essendon Bombers play home matches at the MCG and Marvel Stadium. The Fremantle Dockers are based at Optus Stadium. Home-ground advantage matters — note the 75% home-team win rate in this fixture’s recent history.
How to watch: Every AFL match is broadcast live in Australia. Essendon vs Fremantle is typically carried by Channel 7 (selected matches free-to-air), Fox Footy (every game live and ad-free during play) and Kayo Sports (the standard streaming option for AFL live streams). Tickets are sold via Ticketek or Ticketmaster depending on venue.
Players to Watch — Essendon vs Fremantle
Form players and key matchups change week-to-week. For the latest 2026 leaderboards (goals, disposals, contested possessions, Brownlow form) and current team lists for this fixture, see our weekly AFL round-by-round predictions, where each fixture preview includes player news, lineups and key matchups.
Essendon vs Fremantle Betting Angles
Three angles that hold up across the 4-meeting series since 2023:
- Lean home team on the line. The host has won 75% of meetings in this fixture — meaningful tilt when assessing the spread.
- Totals context. Both teams have posted 80+ in 1 of 4 games — useful when looking at over/under and total points markets.
- Same Game Multi value. When the fixture lands, our weekly preview drops first goalkicker, anytime goalkicker and disposal-line angles. Build them via a same game multi for stronger payouts.
When this fixture is scheduled, we’ll publish a dedicated tip in AFL round-by-round predictions. For ongoing market value, our AFL multi-bet tips page is refreshed weekly.
Essendon vs Fremantle FAQs
Who has won more Essendon vs Fremantle matches?
Since 2023 the Fremantle lead the head-to-head 3-1. Average scoreline: Essendon 69 – Fremantle 98.
What was the biggest Essendon vs Fremantle result?
Fremantle by 43 points (Essendon 61–104 Fremantle, Round 10 2026).
How often do Essendon and Fremantle play each year?
Essendon and Fremantle meet at least once during the AFL home-and-away season (Rounds 0–23), and on rare occasions twice when the fixture draws them together for a second time. A finals meeting is possible whenever both sides qualify — September matchups are the most-watched fixtures of the year.
When do Essendon and Fremantle next play?
This page is updated as soon as the next fixture is confirmed. See AFL round-by-round predictions for this week’s slate.
Where do Essendon and Fremantle play their home matches?
The Essendon Bombers play home matches at the MCG and Marvel Stadium. The Fremantle Dockers are based at Optus Stadium.
Where can I bet on Essendon vs Fremantle?
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