The Saints have made two changes ahead of their clash with the Bulldogs this Sunday.

Rookie Doulton Langlands will make his long-awaited debut for the red, white and black, while mature-age recruit Matty Parker has also forced his way into the side.

Ben Long will not feature this weekend, taking personal leave following the passing of his grandfather, Jack Long Sr, while Daniel McKenzie has been omitted.

Second time’s a charm

The priceless moment Doulton Langlands found out he'd be making his AFL debut. pic.twitter.com/OKjwZphYSN

— St Kilda FC (@stkildafc) July 18, 2019

At 19 years old, Langlands will be the club’s fifth debutant of the season on the back of an impressive block of football in the VFL.

Selected with pick No. 8 in the 2017 rookie draft, the North Albury product is armed with damaging pace, a bullish presence and the versatility to play inside and out.

Sunday will also see caretaker coach Brett Ratten take the reins for the first time after Alan Richardson's departure earlier in the week.

In VFL news, Jack Steven will line up for Sandringham in what will be his first game of football since Round 6.