19 reasons to support the Western Bulldogs in the AFL Grand Final

If there ever was a time to get behind an underdog Australia, this is it. For the first time in 55 years, the Western Bulldogs will play in the AFL grand final.

After Saturday’s historic victory against Greater Western Sydney, Bulldogs fans have taken to social media to share their enthusiasm and unwavering loyalty to the red, white and blue.

From painting houses in team colours to dressing up adorable dogs, fans have shown a level of support for the Bulldogs that is nothing short of contagious.

Regardless of who your preferred footy team is, we think it’s time to get swept up in the spirit and jump on the Bulldogs’ bandwagon for a truly unforgettable grand final weekend.

In case you needed any more convincing, we’ve got 19 reasons why you should don your red, white and blue and #BeMoreBulldog.

1. How can they lose with Thor behind them?

Bulldogs yesssssss!!!!!!!!! #westernbulldogs @westernbulldogs #grandfinal #letsdothis

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  2. And Footscray legend Franco Cozzo.

 

3. If the tears of joy from Liam Picken’s son aren’t enough to sway you, we don’t know what is.

 

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  4. You can treat yourself to one of these delicious Burch & Purchese desserts.

 

5. The enthusiasm of the Railway Hotel in Yarraville.

  6. Edna the diehard fan, who saw her first Bulldogs game 75 years ago.

 

7. Even documentary filmmaker Louis Theroux wants to #BeMoreBulldog.

  8. Because there’s nothing more Australian than supporting the underdog.

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9. The sheer excitement of these kids.

  10. Bulldogs-themed ice-cream sandwiches at Biggie Smalls.

 

11. This sick burn.

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  12. So many different ways you can customise your manicure.

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13. The Bulldog spirit has spread all the way to Sovereign Hill.

  14. Is there any mascot cuter than Sid? We don’t think so.

 

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15. This desperate plea.

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  16. Coach Luke Beveridge’s treat for eight busloads of fans on their journey up to Sydney.

 

17. The Pomeranian pup who can barely hide his excitement.

Alfie wants to #bemorebulldog #upthedoggies #pomeranianpuppy #madpawspack ⚪??

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  18. Even this cat is taking one for the team.

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19. Beveridge, beverages.

(Always ensure you drink responsibly)

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