North Melbourne vs Richmond Preview & Prediction | 2026 AFL | Regular Season | Round 6

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It has been a strong start to the season for North Melbourne as they now take on a Richmond side that have endured a woeful start to the 2026 AFL season.

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The prediction

North Melbourne come into this one on the back of succumbing to a 26-point loss to defending champions the Brisbane Lions. That means the Victorians have have won three and lost two of their opening five matches thus far.

They now face a Richmond side that have struggled quite badly so far this season. The visitors were hammered by the GWS Giants the other day and they are the only side that remain pointless after five rounds.

Richmond do appear to be a bit of a mess at the moment and, with their home advantage, North Melbourne will be expected to bounce back with a victory here.

North Melbourne vs Richmond tip: North Melbourne to win