MCG will play host to Sunday's Round 18 AFL game between Melbourne and North Melbourne. The game kicks off at 1:10 pm with Melbourne heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Melbourne vs. North Melbourne game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Sunday July 13, 2025 at 1:10 pm
Where: MCG
Bet: Bet On This Match HERE
Melbourne vs North Melbourne Odds
Melbourne vs North Melbourne Preview
Melbourne and North Melbourne will meet at the MCG on Sunday afternoon in a battle between two struggling sides looking to salvage something from a tough season. The Demons have now dropped five in a row—matching their worst run since 2019—but have remained competitive, with their losses coming by an average margin of just 17.2 points against strong opposition.
North Melbourne, meanwhile, has tasted victory twice in that same period but has endured back-to-back beltings from Hawthorn and the Bulldogs, conceding a combined 284 points in the process. Despite their defensive woes, the Kangaroos will take confidence from their dominant Round 2 performance, where they thrashed Melbourne by 59 points to break a six-game losing run in this matchup.
Both sides are under pressure, but Melbourne’s recent form against top-eight teams suggests they may be better equipped to respond on home turf.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Melbourne to win at $1.22 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Bayley Fritsch at $10.00.