Under the Friday night lights, the Western Bulldogs squared off against Essendon at Metricon Stadium.

After a disappointing loss to Carlton five days prior, the Bulldogs bounced back with an emphatic 42-point victory under the Friday night lights.

Cody Weightman was lively in his debut, kicking two goals, including a major with his first touch in league football.

Tim English was a dominant presence around the ground, while Jack Macrae (29 disposals) was the leading ball winner for the victors.

MATCH CENTRE | Full match wrap, highlights, player and team stats from the Bulldogs and Bombers clash.