The North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos will be looking to bounce back from their two-point, Round 4 defeat to the Lions when they return to Arden Street Oval on Sunday afternoon.

They'll host the Giants, a group yet to get off the mark in 2023 after four straight losses.

Nevertheless, the Kangas will need to be switched on as they hope to keep in touch with the ladder's top two.

Set your matchday reminders

Sunday, October 1
North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos v GWS Giants at Arden Street Oval, 1.05pm AEDT

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

The opposition

GWS, who is yet to win a game, sits 17th on the ladder after a disappointing opening month to the 2023 season.

The New South Wales-based club will travel to Victoria following a 69-point loss to the in-form Crows that also saw it concede the second-highest score in AFLW history.

Fourth-quarter fadeouts continue to be an issue for the Giants as well, who have been outscored 115-1 in fourth terms this season.

But regardless of their current form, player like midfielder Alyce Parker and emerging youngster Zarlie Goldsworthy still have the capacity to break games open.

The in-form Roo

Ash Riddell

In a heavily contested battle with Brisbane, Riddell's experience and toughness was on display at UTAS Stadium.

The No.7 grabbed a game-high 31 possessions (17 contested) and six clearances to go with six tackles last Sunday, leaving her with just one game under 29 disposals so far this year.

Although the four points got away from the Roos, Riddell continued to build on what is quickly becoming another significant individual season.

Last time we met

North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos 7.12 (54) def. GWS 4.3 (27), Round 3, 2022 S6

On a scorching summer's day in January 2022, the Roos cruised to a 27-point win having held the Giants scoreless through the first two terms.

North Melbourne’s advantage reached 51 points at one stage in the third quarter, until GWS' Chloe Dalton managed to kick the visitors' first goal of the game.

Ash Riddell (23 disposals, six clearances) and Jenna Bruton (14 and six tackles) were outstanding in the midfield, while Ellie Gavalas booted two goals from her 13 touches.

Ticketing

Grab your tickets for Sunday's game here!

Membership

The Kangaroos' journey rolls on in 2023 as Darren Crocker's group continues its path towards silverware.

If you haven't already, become an AFLW 2023 North Melbourne member.

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

Watch on TV or stream on your phone

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

Team selection

North Melbourne will name its extended squad at 6.20pm on Thursday before revealing its final 21-player side on Friday at 5pm.

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Bring on the Giants!