Sydney Swans have scored a 39-point win over the Western Bulldogs at the SCG this afternoon.

Former Swans hero Barry Hall scored five goals for the Bulldogs and faced boos from Swans supporters but Sydney broke through in the third quarter to win 16.18 (114) to 11.9 (75).

Sydney midfielder Craig Bird kicked a career-best four goals.

The win has put the Swans back in the top eight, while the Bulldogs sit at least six points outside with five rounds remaining.