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Battling Bombers stare down unwanted record
Brad Scott said Essendon are focused on improvement as injuries and past setbacks leave the club one loss from a record 18 straight defeats.
- On Sunday night, the Western Bulldogs defeated Essendon by 34 points, handing the Bombers their 17th consecutive loss and securing a 4-0 start to the 2026 season.
- Essendon coach Brad Scott faces a club-record 18th straight defeat, calling on his team to stay "galvanised" despite the 0-4 start, a situation reminiscent of the 2016 supplements saga.
- Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge is monitoring injuries to Tim English, Ed Richards, and Arty Jones, who suffered a low-grade hamstring strain after kicking three goals.
- The Bulldogs face Hawthorn at Adelaide Oval this Saturday for Gather Round, though Beveridge warned his team has "no runs on the board" despite their unbeaten start.
- History shows sides have started 0-6 and still reached finals, providing hope for Essendon as they face Melbourne at Adelaide Oval on Saturday.
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