North Melbourne returns to Hobart this weekend to host the reigning premiers Brisbane on Sunday evening at Ninja Stadium.

The Roos narrowly lost to rivals Essendon by three points last Thursday night, and will face a Lions outfit fresh off a QClash victory against Gold Coast. 

Here's everything you need to know.

When: Sunday, May 1 at 4.40pm AEST
Where: Ninja Stadium, Hobart
Gates Open: 3pm AEST
Tickets: Secure your seat here!
Member Access: Scan in using your mobile membership via the NMFC App, or by using your barcoded membership card

Getting to the game

Enjoy the game without the hassle of parking and catch our free public transport to and from Ninja Stadium. 

Buses will depart from Brooke St Pier at the following times:
- 3pm
- 3.15pm
- 3.30pm
- 3.45pm
- 4pm 

Buses will depart as soon as they're filled, so don't miss out!   

Coming home

Return buses from the match to Brooke St Pier will begin departure 10 minutes after the final siren, departing from Church St, between Derwent St and Scott St.

Spirit of Tasmania - Bring your car for FREE! 

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Travel between May 1 and October 31, 2025 and pack for every kind of road trip. Book now!

Around the ground

- Treat Mum this Mother's Day with a free gift on entry. Collection at the Roo Squad marquee at the Western Gate.
- Keep an eye out at quarter time for the Spirit Specky Bag! The winner will get themselves a Spirit of Tasmania travel voucher. 
- Have a kick on the ground after the siren, thanks to Macca's Kick 2 Kick.

Also, cheeseburgers
Thanks to Macca's® - fan-favourite Nick Larkey is once again kicking for our bellies! If Larkey kicks three goals on Sunday, will Macca's shout all fans at the game a FREE CHEESEBURGER! Head to your local Tasmanian McDonald’s restaurant and show your ticket or North Melbourne FC membership to claim. 

Member Zone

Collect your Member Cap or Member Scarf 

See us at the Western Gate to collect your 2025 member merchandise. Don't forget to have your Member Choice Voucher ready!

Future Roos Passport Prize collection 

Collect your Passport Prize for Round 9! Your exclusive 'Future Roos' badge can be collected at the Western Gate by showing your passport.

Can't make the game?

Our venue partner The Pass have 200+ venues available in Australia. Find a location near you to watch with other Roos fans! 

Can’t make it to Tassie? Exclusive to NMFC members, receive 15 per cent off all your food and bev purchases at The Wharf in Docklands, and 10 per cent off at all other venues, when you order with The Pass! 

If you’re heading to the game at Ninja Stadium, make sure you take mum to The Telegraph Hotel in Hobart for 10 per cent off your pre and post-match food and bevs. 

To join the NMFC list and receive your exclusive discount: 

1. Download The Pass from the App Store or Google Play
2. Sign up, and add your preferred payment method 
3. Head to More > Promo Code, and enter 'NMFC' followed by your membership number, e.g. NMFC123456 
4. Order using The Pass to receive 15 per cent off at The Wharf, and 10 per cent off at all other venues 

Watch on TV or stream on your phone

Sunday's game will be broadcast live on Fox Footy and Kayo.  

Become a Digital Roo member and access the all the member benefits, and a discounted Premium Kayo subscription. Buy now for just $35 a month. 

Stay connected on social media 

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North Melbourne will travel to Tasmania for the first time this season to face reigning premiers Brisbane in the final match of Round 9.

The Roos came within a kick of knocking off Essendon last week and will be eager to build on that performance when they face the Lions.

Round 9, North Melbourne v Brisbane
Where: Ninja Stadium, TAS
When: Sunday, May 11 at 4.40pm AEST 
How to watch: Foxtel, Kayo Sports

The opposition

With just a solitary blemish on their record, the 7-1 Lions enter Round 9 top of the table.

Chris Fagan's group saw off the Suns in last week's QClash, defeating their state rivals by 17 points in a wet-weather affair at the Gabba.

Charlie Cameron returned to form with three goals from 13 disposals, while young midfielder Will Ashcroft was the pick of the bunch with a game-high 34 possessions.

Dangerous forwards Kai Lohmann (shoulder) and Logan Morris (calf) are expected to be available for selection, but the Lions will be without veteran Sam Day after he suffered a hamstring injury against Gold Coast.

What the coach has said

North Melbourne senior coach Alastair Clarkson on Thursday: "The depth of their midfield is why they're a high, high quality side. So we'll be trying to stop some of their weapons through there without a doubt, but we need to go and play the game ourselves, too. Coaches say it every week, but the midfield battle's going to be crucial. If we can compete really, really strongly in that area, then we give ourselves some sort of chance."

Running hot

Tristan Xerri was North Melbourne's best afield in the defeat to the Bombers, taking control in the ruck against former teammate Todd Goldstein.

The star tall earned a team-high eight coaches votes from North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson and Essendon coach Brad Scott, following his 39-hitout, 25-disposal and 10-clearance performance on the prime time stage.

The Lions top the competition for total clearances per game with an average of 43.9, so the Roos will need their No.38 to be at his best again to help contain the influence of a powerful Brisbane midfield unit.

North Melbourne has given reigning premier Brisbane an almighty run, the sides playing out a thrilling draw on Sunday night.

Despite being at opposite ends of the table, the clubs couldn't be split in the 10.11 (71) to 10.11 (71) result at Hobart’s Ninja Stadium. 

The lead changed hands multiple times in the final 10 minutes. The Kangaroos had the better of the opportunities to steal the win at the death, but couldn't land the killer blow.

North Melbourne forward Cam Zurhaar had a tough shot from the boundary with his side down by one point with about 80 seconds left, but he only managed a behind. 

The Kangaroos then had a run inside 50 in the final minute, before Lions defender Jack Payne spoiled a potential mark.

North, who hadn't beaten Brisbane in the two clubs' previous seven clashes, hit the lead with 10 minutes to play when Jacob Konstanty slotted a goal off a free kick. 

The Lions got themselves back in front through Zac Bailey after the Roos were pinged for kicking in danger.

The scores were then levelled at 70-70 when Cameron Rayner slotted a set shot with about five minutes on the clock. 

The visitors had their noses ahead when Eric Hipwood hit a behind with three minutes left, before Zurhaar returned the favour at the other end. 

KANGAROOS v LIONS Full match coverage and stats

The Kangaroos were down 20-40 at half-time and it appeared Brisbane would pull away. 

But North fought back to reduce the deficit to 51-42 at the start of the final quarter. 

Both sides left points out on the park, missing gettable shots throughout the contest.

Rayner and Hipwood both kicked three goals for the Lions, while Zurhaar and Jack Darling each bagged two for the Roos. 

Brisbane's Jarrod Berry was subbed out in the first quarter with concussion after a heavy collision with Luke McDonald off the ball.

In what appeared an ominous sign, the Lions booted the first goal of the match after just 25 seconds through Levi Ashcroft. 

But North Melbourne held their own and could have potentially taken the lead into the first break if not for some loose shots in front of goal.

NORTH MELBOURNE   1.0    3.2    6.6    10.11 (71)
BRISBANE                   2.3    6.4    7.9    10.11 (71)

GOALS
North Melbourne: Zurhaar 2, Darling 2, Wardlaw, Stephens, Parker, McKercher, Larkey, Konstanty
Brisbane: Rayner 3, Hipwood 3, Cameron, Bailey, L.Ashcroft, Ah Chee

BEST
North Melbourne: Davies-Uniacke, Comben, Parker, Sheezel, Zurhaar, Xerri
Brisbane: Zorko, Dunkley, W.Ashcroft, McCluggage, Fletcher, Rayner

INJURIES
North Melbourne: TBC
Brisbane: Jarrod Berry (concussion)

SUBSTITUTES
North Melbourne: Bailey Scott, replaced Finnbar Maley at three-quarter time
Brisbane: Darcy Gardiner, replaced Jarrod Berry in the second quarter

Crowd: 7,691 at Ninja Stadium, Hobart