A big clash at the Adelaide Oval kicks off Saturday football as Adelaide take on North Melbourne. It’s a crucial game for both teams with Adelaide pushing for the top six and the Roos looking to push into the Wildcard positions!
We bring you our full preview and expert tips for the Adelaide vs North clash below, with odds thanks to Dabble!
Adelaide vs North Melbourne Prediction & Betting Tips: AFL 2026 Round 10
Adelaide Getting Busy
It wasn’t pretty, but the Crows did what they needed to against Richmond, rolling to a 37 point victory against Richmond. Two wins on the bounce has Adelaide in eighth place, and a win over North Melbourne could have them in the top six by the end of the round. While they haven’t been able to string consistent football, their pressure has been excellent, ranking as the number one tackling team in the competition. Their work at the coalface has lifted, ranking 2nd for contested possessions and 2nd for ground ball gets. If the Crows can continue to be strong in these areas, the rest of their game will turn.
North Competitive Again
An eight point loss against the league leading Swans was another showing of North Melbourne’s improvement in 2026. The Roos won nearly every key statistical metrics recorded +56 disposals, +48 marks, +16 inside 50’s, +3 clearances and +1 contested possessions. If you win the disposal count, marks, inside 50’s, clearances, and contested possessions, you’ll win more games than you lose. The Kangaroos will need their clearance game to be at its best on Saturday if they are to beat the Crows.
Recent Head to Head History
It’s been one way traffic in this game over the last five years, with Adelaide winning their last eight games against North Melbourne. The Adelaide Oval has been a terrible venue for the Kangaroos, losing all nine of their matches against the Crows at the Adelaide Oval.
Crows or Kangaroos? Here’s our Adelaide vs North Melbourne Tip
This is North Melbourne’s best chance to end their hoodoo against Adelaide, given what they’ve shown this year and given the Crows haven’t been at their best. The big concern for North Melbourne is their backline, which has been monstered at times this season. The Roos have conceded 105, 135 and 105 points in the last three weeks and coming up against a potent Adelaide forward line, it could be another tough afternoon at the office.
North Melbourne have improved, but they haven’t been able to take a scalp. They’ve lost four of their last five and all losses have come against sides who finished in the top eight. Their four wins this season have come against sides in the bottom five, so they still haven’t been able to match it with the best sides in the competition. The Crows are the third best team for scores from turnover, and North Melbourne have struggled to defend turnover conceding 59, 83 and 59 points from turnover in their last three games. North Melbourne will keep it close, but they won’t be good enough to get over the line.
Adelaide 1-39
$2.20 (1.5 Units)
Adelaide vs North Melbourne Prop Bet
Luke Parker’s move to half back has been a fruitful one for the former Swan, averaging 25 disposals per game. Parker’s last five weeks has been excellent, recording 25, 26, 29, 19, and 29 disposals across his last five games.
Luke Parker 25+ Disposals
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Adelaide vs North Melbourne Same Game Multi
Luke Parker 25+ Disposals: As highlighted above, averaging 25 disposals per game this season, and has reached the 25+ mark in four of his last five games.
Wayne Milera 25+ Disposals: Wayne Milera has been the big improver for Adelaide in 2026, averaging a team high 26 disposals per game, the most of his career. Milera has reached the 25+ disposal mark in six of his nine games this season and is coming off a 34 disposal performance last week.
Josh Rachele 2+ Goals: With Rankine going into the midfield, Rachele’s midfield time has significantly decreased, which has led to an increase in his goal kicking output. Rachele has kicked 2 goals in each of his last two games.
Adelaide vs North Melbourne Betting Odds & Match Info
Date: Saturday 16th May
Time: 1:15pm AEST
Location: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Odds: Adelaide $1.46 vs North Melbourne $2.75
Line: Adelaide -14.5
Points: 176.5
Where to Watch Adelaide vs North Melbourne
You can watch the Crows vs Kangaroos live and ad-free on Kayo Sports.
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