The North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos will head to Western Australia for the first time since March 2019, to face Fremantle.

Although it was 'messy' according to Kangaroos senior coach Darren Crocker, the Roos chipped away at the Giants in Round 5 to claim their fourth win of the season.

Ash Riddell was unstoppable with 32 touches and 12 clearances at Arden Street, and will look to bring the same intensity to Fremantle Oval this Sunday.

Set your matchday reminders

Sunday, October 8
Fremantle v North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos at Fremantle Oval, 5.05pm AEDT (2.05pm AWST)

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

The opposition

The fast-starting Dockers managed to hold Richmond at bay at Ikon Park last weekend, to claim a seven-point victory without star duo Kiara Bowers and Ebony Antonio.

Lisa Webb and her group are equal on points with the fifth-placed Suns after five matches, but with a percentage of 92.2 they sit 10th on the table behind the other six three-win clubs.

Forward Aine Tighe will be one to keep an eye on during Sunday's clash. Freo's main target inside 50 has kicked six goals and polled 22 AFLCA AFLW Champion Player of the Year Award votes from her five appearances this year.

The in-form Roo

Ash Riddell

Following a solid outing against the Lions in Launceston, Riddell kicked into another gear against the Giants in Round 5.

The star onballer tallied 32 possessions (16 contested) and won a game-high 12 clearances in her side's 30-point win.

It was more than enough for her to receive a perfect 10 coaches' votes from Darren Crocker and GWS senior coach Cam Bernasconi.

Last time we met

North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos 4.7 (31) def. by Fremantle 11.3 (69), Qualifying final, 2022 S6

It was the Dockers' day last time the two clubs met, wth Fremantle knocking North Melbourne out of the 2022 Season 6 finals with a 38-point qualifying final win at Arden Street Oval.

The Roos got off to a slightly better start, but from quarter-time onwards it was all Fremantle as the visitors booted 10 goals to North Melbourne's three following the first change.

Ash Riddell (23 disposals) and Emma Kearney (22 disposals) were two of the home outfit's best, while Mia King laid a game-high nine tackles.

Ticketing

Whether you're a Western Australian-based fan or you're thinking of taking the trip over to Fremantle, grab your tickets for the 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 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 Dockers!