North Melbourne Kangaroos vs Brisbane Lions Tips and Prediction
North Melbourne have been one of the early surprise packets of the season, but this is a serious step up.
Brisbane look like they’re hitting their stride again, and this shapes as a tough test for a young Roos side.
Best Bet: Brisbane Lions 1-39
How this game shapes up
North Melbourne’s improvement has been built on pressure and stoppage work, and that’s what gives them a chance here. With players like Luke Davies-Uniacke and Harry Sheezel, they’ve been able to stay competitive in the contest and generate scoring opportunities.
But this is a different level of opposition. Brisbane’s midfield depth and ability to control games through possession chains makes them one of the hardest teams to sustain pressure against.
The Lions showed that last week with a dominant performance, controlling territory and creating repeat scoring opportunities. Once they get into rhythm, they don’t need long to put scoreboard pressure on.
That’s where the gap sits, North can match them at times, but Brisbane’s polish and ability to punish mistakes should take over.
Best Bets
Brisbane Lions 1-39
North have shown enough to stay competitive, but Brisbane’s class should come through over four quarters. This feels like a game where the Roos hang around before the Lions edge clear late.
Charlie Cameron 2+ Goals
Cameron has a strong record in this matchup and remains Brisbane’s most dangerous forward. If the Lions generate enough forward entries, he should again find the scoreboard.
What could go wrong?
North’s pressure and stoppage work could disrupt Brisbane early and turn this into a scrap, especially if they control territory.
If the Lions start slowly again, the Roos have shown they can capitalise and stay in the contest.
Which probably means the first half is going to be key in setting the tone.
North Melbourne Kangaroos vs Brisbane Lions AFL 2026 Round 5 FAQ’s
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