We're back under Friday night lights at Marvel Stadium to take on Collingwood!

This game is one of our two member replacement games in 2026, meaning Kangaroos members will have general admission access. 

Here’s everything you need to know.

When: Friday, July 10 at 7.40pm AEST
Where: Marvel Stadium, Docklands, VIC 
Tickets: Secure your seat here!
Gates open: 5.45pm (Gates 5 and 9 open at 3.15pm for a VFL curtain-raiser)

Member replacement game

Members can scan in using their mobile membership via the NMFC app, or by using their barcoded membership card to gain general admission access.

However, please be aware this match is in high demand, and seating capacity will be limited.

To avoid missing out on a seat, members are strongly encouraged to arrive at the ground as early as possible. 

You can find your replacement game barcode here.

>> For more information on replacement games, head here.

Find everything you need to know about getting to Marvel Stadium here ...

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... or get straight to the game for less, thanks to our transport partner 13cabs!

Roos members and fans are invited to The Wharf in Docklands before Friday night's match to join the Kanga chorus before we march to Marvel!

Warm up for the game with other Roos fans, and try drinks from our partners CASA Spirits, Stomping Ground and Red Hill Estate wines.

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

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!

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

Friday night's game will be broadcast on Channel 7, Fox Footy and Kayo.

Become a Digital Roo member and access the all the member benefits, and a discounted Premium Kayo subscription. Buy now! 

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North Melbourne returns to Friday night footy this week to do battle with Collingwood at Marvel Stadium.

A five-day turnaround from a 21-point loss to the Power will test the Roos' resolve as they look to remain in the chase for a finals Wildcard position. 

Round 18, Collingwood v North Melbourne
When: Friday, July 10 at 7.40pm AEST
Where: Marvel Stadium, VIC
How to watch: Channel 7, Foxtel, Kayo Sports

The opposition

In a fierce and fiery bout with Gold Coast in Round 17, the Pies prevailed, winning by six points thanks to a Patrick Lipinski goal in the dying stages.

Nick Daicos was at his best, winning 31 disposals and eight clearances to go along with a goal, while key forwards Dan McStay and Tim Membrey kicked three majors apiece.

The win leaves Collingwood ninth on the ladder heading into Round 18, with plenty of time left for Craig McRae to lift his charges into the top six.

The Pies are expected to regain veteran Scott Pendlebury from a calf injury, but will still be without defender Isaac Quaynor due to an ankle issue.

Running hot

Charlie Comben was a brick wall against the Power at Adelaide Oval.

Despite the final result, his defensive efforts didn't go unnoticed with the key back notching 20 disposals, eight intercepts and a game-high 12 spoils to poll five coaches votes.

What the coach has said

North Melbourne senior coach Alastair Clarkson on Thursday: "Collingwood is a strong contested ball side and we need to match them in that contest. They were really good against Gold Coast, particularly early in that space and that helped set up the victory for them."

Last time we met

The Roos went down to a fast-finishing Collingwood by 45 points at Marvel Stadium when the clubs last met in Round 11, 2025.

Just three points separated the sides at three-quarter time, but the Pies put the foot down in the final term to run out 15.18 (108) to 9.9 (63) winners.

Riley Hardeman starred in defence for the Kangaroos, collecting 28 disposals and 10 marks, while Tom Powell kicked one goal from his 28 touches.

Collingwood won a seesawing thriller by four points as the Kangaroos suffered heartbreak on their return to Friday night footy.

North Melbourne led for much of the final quarter at Marvel Stadium having overhauled a 17-point deficit in the third term, but could not cling on and the Magpies won 13.11 (89) to 12.13 (85).

MAGPIES v KANGAROOS Full match coverage and stats

The Roos will rue a string of missed chances to extend their margin in a breathless final term. 

Nick Daicos kicked a goal after North had hit the lead at the start of the final term, wrestling momentum back after it looked like the Roos were going to run away.

Crisp, who had a relatively quiet night, kicked one of his own, before Josh Daicos, who was arguably best on ground, took an important contested mark as North looked to attack.

Tim Membrey kicked the sealer, and a Steele Sidebottom tackle stopped what would have been a dangerous foray forward by the Roos with seconds remaining.

But North Melbourne will not have lost any admirers after showing the footy world it can handle the prime time slot and a big crowd.

Captain Nick Larkey recovered from a horror start to the game to kick three goals, including two critical late shots as his side pressed for the win.

The Kangaroos were led by Paul Curtis (three goals), who returned to the side following a three-match suspension, and former captain Jy Simpkin (32 disposals), who wound back the clock with an excellent performance in the midfield filling the vacant spot left by George Wardlaw, who injured his hamstring last week.

The Kangaroos should perhaps have been in front by half-time but squandered some opportunities and found themselves trailing by five points.

Larkey found himself squarely in the spotlight right from the opening ball-up.

The skipper hit both posts from close range and kicked a third behind, all in the first 15 minutes, before finally getting on the board by converting a set shot from 25m.

When the Roos were able to rebound from half-back they were dangerous, with Curtis and Cooper Trembath the beneficiaries as the sides went goal for goal. 

Second-quarter chaos

Both sides were left a player down in the second half after injuries to North defender Tom Blamires and Collingwood livewire forward Lachie Schultz. Blamires was taken from the ground after hitting his head on the turf in a tackle, whilst Schultz injured his ankle in a contest. Schultz came out and tried to warm up his injured foot, but it didn’t take long for the Pies' medical team to rule him out. 

Next Up

The opponents don't get easier as the Kangaroos remain at Marvel Stadium in Round 19. They will host the high-flying Demons next Saturday in what shapes as another test of the Roos' ability to match it with top teams. The opening ball-up will be at 4.15pm AEST. 

COLLINGWOOD            4.4   7.5  10.7  13.11 (89)
NORTH MELBOURNE    3.4   6.6  9.10  12.13 (85)

GOALS
Collingwood: McStay 3, Lipinski 2, Membrey 2, Cameron, Crisp, N.Daicos, Pendlebury, Schultz, Swadling
North Melbourne: Larkey 3, Curtis 3, Banch, Darling, Hardeman, Spargo, Trembath, Xerri

BEST
Collingwood: J.Daicos, N.Daicos, McStay, Lipinski, De Goey
North Melbourne: Simpkin, Sheezel, Xerri, Zurhaar, Curtis

INJURIES
Collingwood: Lachie Schultz (ankle)
North Melbourne: Tom Blamires (concussion)

Crowd: 48,369 at Marvel Stadium