Injuries have taken the shine off a strong forward effort by Greater Western Sydney in Friday evening’s 38-point AFL pre-season win over North Melbourne in Canberra.

A near-full strength Giants kicked seven goals to two in a decisive third-quarter blitz to set up a 2.15.17 (125) to 12.15 (87) win, after they had trailed by eight points at halftime.

However, three Giants came off the ground early, midfielder Stephen Coniglio, (ankle), key defender Aidan Corr (hand) and veteran forward Steve Johnson (concussion).

Ruckman Rory Lobb and midfielder Dylan Shiel also collected knocks.

Outside of the injuries, GWS showed in the second half plenty of the attacking potency that had contributed to them being touted as premiership favourites.

All Australian half-forward Toby Greene was outstanding, kicking five goals, setting up at least a couple of others and gathering 26 possessions.

Devon Smith kicked four goals and Jeremy Cameron three.

Key forward Jarrad Waite was a standout for the Kangaroos, kicking 5.2 and racking up 10 marks and 19 disposals.

Shaun Higgins was also impressive for the Roos, racking up 14 possessions and testing the Giants’ defence on numerous occasions before being rested for the second half.

Cameron was placed on report.