Fremantle vs Essendon Preview & Prediction | 2025 AFL | Regular Season | Round 15

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Round 15 kicks off with a clash at Optus Stadium as an in-form Fremantle hosts an Essendon side low on confidence.

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The prediction

The Fremantle Dockers (8th) are coming off a gritty and hard-fought 6-point victory over North Melbourne (73-67) in a tough road test. This was their fourth consecutive win, marking a significant form reversal from their early season form.

Essendon (12th) endured a nightmare outing in Round 14, suffering 151-56 demolition at the hands of Geelong. The performance raises serious questions about their consistency, having now lost four of their last five matches by an average margin of 53 points.

Fremantle's midfield engine Caleb Serong was at his very best against North Melbourne, gathering a game-high 36 disposals to go with a crucial goal, leading his side to victory.

On a difficult day for Essendon, Will Setterfield fought hard, finishing the match with a team-high 31 disposals and six tackles.

Essendon stunned Fremantle with a 1-point victory (90-89) in their last encounter (Round 21, 2024). Overall, the Bombers hold the historical advantage, leading the Dockers 25 wins to 16.

Fremantle’s strong recent form and home-ground advantage make them the team to beat. Essendon needs a dramatic turnaround in effort and execution to challenge the Dockers on their home turf.

Fremantle vs Essendon tip: Fremantle to win by 25+ points