Bulldogs vs Hornets: match preview on 13 September 2026

Bulldogs suffer heavy 0-39 defeat to Hornets

The scoring pattern reflected the disparity between the two sides. The Bulldogs had previously suffered a 39-0 defeat away to the Trojans on 5 September, a result that saw them conceded 39 points without reply. In contrast, the Hornets had registered a 52-0 home win against the Delta Devils on 6 September, before suffering a 28-17 loss to the Eagles away on 29 August. The Hornets’ aggregate tally of 69 points scored and 28 conceded across those two matches highlighted their offensive capability compared to the Bulldogs’ zero-goal output.

Team news sections provided no specific updates on squad changes, injuries, or suspensions for either side. No articles were found regarding the Bulldogs’ lineup or the Hornets’ preparations. The absence of reported changes meant the match proceeded without noted tactical disruptions or late call-ups affecting the outcome.

The defeat leaves the Bulldogs with a record of zero wins, zero draws, and one loss from their last match. The Hornets moved to one win and one loss from their last two fixtures. The result underscored the gap in performance levels, with the visitors maintaining an average of 34.5 points per game across their recent slate while the hosts failed to register any points in their sole recorded game.