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St Kilda vs North Melbourne Preview & Tips: 2025 AFL Round 21

August 2nd 2025, 3:03pm, By: Andy Rosos

Saints vs Kangaroos Betting Tips

The Saints will square off against the Kangaroos on Sunday afternoon from 1.40pm AEST at Marvel Stadium. With both teams out of the finals fixture, only pride will be on the line for this bottom eight clash.  

Below, we bring you our best bet, player prop, and Same Game Multi for St Kilda vs North Melbourne, with odds thanks to Dabble

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St Kilda vs North Melbourne: 2025 AFL Round 21 

Saints Storm Back from the Dead in Miracle at Marvel 

It’s not often this season that the Saints have been the talk of the football landscape, but after a lacklustre Round 20, their incredible come from behind victory over the Demons has been all anyone can talk about for the last few days. Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera cemented himself as one of the best players in the competition as the Saints overcame a 46 point deficit at three quarter time to run over the top of the Demons in one of the most thrilling finishes in AFL history. Could this be a building block for the Saints to carry some momentum into the 2026 season? Their form over the last few months has been scratchy, losing six straight games prior to this win.  

 

No Plan, No Defence, No Mercy: North’s Nightmare Continues 

A dismal Roos season dropped to new lows on the weekend as they were absolutely pummelled by the Cats to the tune of 101 points at Marvel Stadium. Jeremy Cameron filled his boots, kicking 11 goals in the win, while the midfield duo of Bailey Smith and Max Holmes once again ran rampant. Despite blooding a bunch of talented youngsters this year, the game plan under Alistair Clark just doesn’t seem to be able to hold up, particularly defensively, allowing 127.4 points per game over their last five.  

 

Selection Shuffles: Larkey In, Question Marks Everywhere Else 

The Roos could get a big inclusion this week to face the Saints as Nick Larkey is set to return from a knee injury, but will still be without a host of key players in Jackson Archer, Aidan Corr and Tristan Xerri, the last of which out through suspension. The Saints went through a real purple patch over the last few months when it came to their injury list, but they are now back in the wars as Jack Carroll, Lance Collard, Hugo Garcia, Isaac Keeler and Darcy Wilson all face fitness tests to play this week. 

 

Saints or Roos? Here’s our St Kilda vs North Melbourne Tip 

The Saints should be far too good here after what will have been a huge confidence boosting win over the Demons last week. With the emergence of Alix Tauru combined with the explosion of Nasiah Wanganeed-Milera, Saints fans now have real hope for the future (provided they can sign the latter). I think they end the season on a bit of a hot streak with a favourable run that includes games against the Roos, Tigers and Bombers over the next three. Back them to cover the spread here.  

Saints -24.5

$1.90 (1.5 Units)

 

St Kilda vs North Melbourne Player Prop Bet 

Our Best Player Prop: Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera 2+ Goals 

‘The Messiah’ staked his claim as one of the best players in the comp on the weekend with a 34 disposal, 4 goal performance in the win over the Demons. He was injected into the forward line in the last quarter and showed his marking prowess. Think we see him enter a new era in his career over these last four games of the season as that ‘midfielder/striker’ role we have seen players like Dusty Martin, Christian Petracca and Patrick Dangerfield play so well in the past.  

Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera 2+ Goals

$2.85

 

Saints vs Kangaroos Same Game Multi 

Max Hall 1+ Goal - Arguably the unsung hero of the win over the Demons and a player that has been a real find for the Saints in the back half of the season. Has been goalless in the last two games but kicked 10 goals in his previous six. Should get plenty of opportunity in the forward line this week.  

Rowan Marshall 15+ Disposals - The ruckman has had 15+ in his last eight straight games and should be in line for a big day here as he comes up against a Roos side sans Tristan Xerri. 

Marcus Windhager 20+ Disposals - Windhager has had 20+ in his last five straight games, cementing a permanent place in the Saints midfield as one of their key ball-winners. Had 25 in his last game against the Roos. 

SGM Odds: $2.48 at Dabble 

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St Kilda vs North Melbourne Match Info & Betting Odds

Location: Marvel Stadium

Date: Sunday 3rd August

Time: 1.40pm (AEST) 

 

Odds: St Kilda ($1.26) vs North Melbourne ($3.90)

Line: St Kilda -24.5 

Total: 175.5 

 

Where To Watch St Kilda vs North Melbourne? 

You can watch St Kilda vs North Melbourne live on Kayo Sports

   

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Andy Rosos is a senior writer and analyst at Before You Bet, where he’s been sharing betting insights for over ten years. With a degree in sports journalism and a sharp eye for value, Andy specialises in identifying longshot contenders on the PGA Tour and has built a loyal following for his weekly golf previews. His work also extends across cricket and AFL, where he combines statistical analysis with deep game knowledge to deliver well-rounded tips for punters.

A diehard St Kilda supporter and self-confessed cricket tragic, Andy’s passion for sport extends beyond the mainstream — including a weekly punt on the Call of Duty League. Whether it's a Test match at the MCG or a late-night esports showdown, he’s always hunting for an edge. If there’s value to be found, chances are Andy’s already on it.

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