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2024 NAB AFLW Season
Essendon v Kangaroos
Week 8 •
Windy Hill,  Melbourne  • Wurundjeri

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    AFLW W8 gameday guide: Roos face Bombers in first-time clash

    The North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos will head to Windy Hill to face Essendon on Sunday

    The North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos will head to Windy Hill on Sunday to face Essendon in the clubs' first ever AFLW meeting.

    The Roos flexed their muscles in Week 7 against Sydney, winning by 10 goals at North Hobart Oval to retain top spot on the ladder.

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    Sunday, October 20
    Essendon v North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos, 3.05pm AEDT

    So you don't miss it, or any other games this season, make sure to sync the fixture to your calendar.

    NEVER MISS A THING

    Add the Kangaroos' AFL, AFLW, VFL and VFLW fixtures to your calendar. You'll also receive official club events!

    SYNC NOW

    Injury update

    Irish star Erika O'Shea remains a chance to face the Bombers despite finishing Sunday's game against Sydney in a moonboot. O'Shea fell awkwardly in a challenge late in the final quarter but was cleared of a serious ankle sprain and is expected to train this week. Captain Emma Kearney remains a month away from a return.

    Injury List

    Player Injury Estimated Return
    14. Erika O'Shea

    14. Erika O'Shea

    Ankle Test
    9. Emma Kearney

    9. Emma Kearney

    Hamstring 4 weeks
    27. Georgia Stubs

    27. Georgia Stubs

    Ankle Season

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    The opposition

    The Dons picked up their fifth win of the season last weekend, holding the Western Bulldogs goalless to triumph 3.8 (26) to 0.3 (3) at Mission Whitten Oval.

    Georgia Nanscawen and Maddy Prespakis were prolific, racking up 29 and 27 disposals respectively to help keep their side in the top eight.

    Ticketing

    Grab your tickets for Sunday's clash here!

    Membership

    If you haven't already, become a 2024 AFLW North Melbourne member.

    Joining up is a great way to support not only the AFLW team, but the entire football club and AFLW competition.

    JOIN THE HUNT IN 2024

    Get behind our AFLW team as we strive to go one better this season

    BECOME A MEMBER

    Watch on TV or stream on your phone

    Sunday afternoon's game will be broadcast live on Channel 7 and for Foxtel and Kayo Sports subscribers.

    Stay connected on social media

    For behind-the-scenes access and all the best highlights, photos, stats and stories, we’ve got you covered.
     
    Follow the @NMFCWomens accounts on InstagramFacebook and X, plus the @NMFCOfficial account on TikTok to stay up to date with everything happening at the match.

    Bring on the Bombers!

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    AFLW W8 gameday guide: Roos face Bombers in first-time clash

    The North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos will head to Windy Hill to face Essendon on Sunday

    The North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos will head to Windy Hill on Sunday to face Essendon in the clubs' first ever AFLW meeting.

    The Roos flexed their muscles in Week 7 against Sydney, winning by 10 goals at North Hobart Oval to retain top spot on the ladder.

    05:53

    Set your matchday reminders

    Sunday, October 20
    Essendon v North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos, 3.05pm AEDT

    So you don't miss it, or any other games this season, make sure to sync the fixture to your calendar.

    NEVER MISS A THING

    Add the Kangaroos' AFL, AFLW, VFL and VFLW fixtures to your calendar. You'll also receive official club events!

    SYNC NOW

    Injury update

    Irish star Erika O'Shea remains a chance to face the Bombers despite finishing Sunday's game against Sydney in a moonboot. O'Shea fell awkwardly in a challenge late in the final quarter but was cleared of a serious ankle sprain and is expected to train this week. Captain Emma Kearney remains a month away from a return.

    Injury List

    Player Injury Estimated Return
    14. Erika O'Shea

    14. Erika O'Shea

    Ankle Test
    9. Emma Kearney

    9. Emma Kearney

    Hamstring 4 weeks
    27. Georgia Stubs

    27. Georgia Stubs

    Ankle Season

    Last Updated:

    The opposition

    The Dons picked up their fifth win of the season last weekend, holding the Western Bulldogs goalless to triumph 3.8 (26) to 0.3 (3) at Mission Whitten Oval.

    Georgia Nanscawen and Maddy Prespakis were prolific, racking up 29 and 27 disposals respectively to help keep their side in the top eight.

    Ticketing

    Grab your tickets for Sunday's clash here!

    Membership

    If you haven't already, become a 2024 AFLW North Melbourne member.

    Joining up is a great way to support not only the AFLW team, but the entire football club and AFLW competition.

    JOIN THE HUNT IN 2024

    Get behind our AFLW team as we strive to go one better this season

    BECOME A MEMBER

    Watch on TV or stream on your phone

    Sunday afternoon's game will be broadcast live on Channel 7 and for Foxtel and Kayo Sports subscribers.

    Stay connected on social media

    For behind-the-scenes access and all the best highlights, photos, stats and stories, we’ve got you covered.
     
    Follow the @NMFCWomens accounts on InstagramFacebook and X, plus the @NMFCOfficial account on TikTok to stay up to date with everything happening at the match.

    Bring on the Bombers!

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