GWS Giants vs North Melbourne Preview & Prediction | 2025 AFL | Regular Season | Round 22

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All eyes will be on GWS to see how they respond to a humiliating loss when they host a competitive North Melbourne outfit in Canberra.

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The prediction

The GWS Giants (8th) are coming off a shocking 88-point capitulation to the Western Bulldogs. The heavy defeat has put their position in the top eight under serious threat.

North Melbourne (17th) produced another gallant effort in Round 21, falling just short in a nine-point loss to St Kilda. After trailing by 23 points at three-quarter time, the Kangaroos stormed home and nearly pulled off a remarkable comeback.

GWS midfielder Tom Green fronted the media after the loss to the Bulldogs and honestly assessed the performance as "pretty pathetic". His leadership and ability to drive a response from the group will be critical in this bounce-back game.

North Melbourne's young gun Colby McKercher was outstanding against the Saints. He was prolific across half-back, gathering 36 disposals and kicking a brilliant running goal.

GWS has a strong recent record against the Kangaroos, winning the last three, including the Round 1, 2024 clash between the two sides by 39 points

The pressure is squarely on the Giants to perform. Another loss could see them fall out of the top eight, while North Melbourne is playing with freedom and will be buoyed by their recent performances

GWS Giants vs North Melbourne tip: GWS Giants to win by 1-39 points