Hawthorn Hawks (13-9) will aim to clinch a finals berth when they clash with North Melbourne Kangaroos (3-19) in Tasmania on Saturday evening.
The Hawks have undoubtedly been the biggest surprise of the season and head into the weekend as strong favorites, having positioned themselves well despite starting the season with five straight losses.
Sam Mitchell's squad has triumphed in 10 of their last 12 games, making them one of the competition's hottest teams as September approaches. Their most recent victory was a dominant 63-point win over the bottom-placed Tigers, following a 57-7 first quarter.
In contrast, North Melbourne has faltered after a promising midseason, losing five of their last six games. Their 96-point thrashing by the Western Bulldogs last week marked their heaviest defeat in two years.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch Hawthorn vs North Melbourne in the AFL, plus plenty more.
Hawthorn vs North Melbourne date and start time
| Date | Saturday, August 24, 2024 |
| Start time | 4:35pm AEST/ 4:05pm ACST/ 2:35pm AWST |
| Venue | University of Tasmania Stadium |
| Location | York Park Precinct, Launceston, Australia |
How to watch Hawthorn vs North Melbourne on TV & stream live online
There are several options to watch the Hawthorn vs Richmond AFL game in Australia, including Network Seven, Foxtel, Foxtel from Telstra, and Kayo Sports.
The best way to livestream the aforementioned AFL game is through Kayo with a seven-day free trial. It also does not have a lock-in contract or equipment fees, which means you can cancel anytime if you are no longer using it.
All you need to decide is whether you want to pick Kayo One at $25 per month (1 stream and up to HD), or Kayo Basic at $35 per month (2 streams and up to 4K).
What channel is Hawthorn vs North Melbourne game on?
The game will not be broadcast live on 7mate on free-to-air TV but will be available to watch on Fox Footy on pay TV. Triple M, ABC and AFL Nation will provide the radio coverage.
Streaming the game with a VPN
- Overview of VPN services that allow access to geo-restricted streams
- How to set up and use a VPN service to stream the match
You can watch the game from wherever you are in the world by using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) service such as NordVPN/ ExpressVPN. A VPN will allow you to create a secure connection online when you are abroad on holiday or for work and you want to stream the game live.
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Here’s an easy step-by-step guide on how to use a VPN to watch a game when you are overseas:
- Install VPN of your choice - see our reviews here for the best options.
- Select the location you wish to connect to. This is easy - if you are visiting the UK and you wish to continue watching one of your U.S. streaming services, you would select the US.
- Grab the popcorn and get ready to watch!
Hawthorn vs North Melbourne team news & lineups
Hawthorn's Will Day sustained a collarbone injury and will be sidelined this week. However, sources suggest he could return for the first week of finals if the Hawks secure their spot.
On the North Melbourne side, Zane Duursma and Harry Sheezel will be absent as the team opts to avoid any potential long-term injuries for their promising young talents. Additionally, Charlie Comben and Miller Bergman will miss the game due to concussion protocols.
| Position | Hawthorn | North Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| FB | Josh Weddle, Sam Frost, Jarman Impey | Jackson Archer, Aidan Corr, Luke McDonald |
| HB | Massimo D'Ambrosio, James Sicily, Jack Scrimshaw | Bailey Scott, Tom Powell, Colby McKercher |
| C | Conor Nash, Connor Macdonald, Karl Amon | Liam Shiels, Luke Davies-Uniacke, Dylan Stephens |
| HF | Luke Breust, Calsher Dear, Finn Maginness | Darcy Tucker, Zac Fisher, Cameron Zurhaar |
| FF | Cam Mackenzie, Mabior Chol, Nick Watson | Paul Curtis, Nick Larkey, Brynn Teakle |
| FOL | Lloyd Meek, Dylan Moore, Jai Newcombe | Tristan Xerri, George Wardlaw, Jy Simpkin |
| IC | Harry Morrison, Blake Hardwick, Jack Ginnivan, James Worpel, Jack Gunston | Will Phillips, Toby Pink, Blake Drury, Kallan Dawson, Robert Hansen Jr |
| EMG | Jai Serong, Josh Ward, Ned Reeves | Wil Dawson, Charlie Lazzaro, Eddie Ford |
Hawthorn vs North Melbourne Form
Hawthorn: WWLWW
| Round | Match |
|---|---|
| R23 | Hawthorn 131-68 Richmond |
| R22 | Carlton 38-112 Hawthorn |
| R21 | GWS 84-82 Hawthorn |
| R20 | Adelaide 58-124 Hawthorn |
| R19 | Hawthorn 133-67 Collingwood |
North Melbourne: LLWLL
| Round | Match |
|---|---|
| R23 | Western Bulldogs 138-42 North Melbourne |
| R22 | North Melbourne 97-102 West Coast |
| R21 | North Melbourne 90-77 Richmond |
| R20 | North Melbourne 66-106 Geelong |
| R19 | Carlton 107-88 North Melbourne |
Hawthorn vs North Melbourne Head-to-Head Results
| Year | Match |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Roos 68-113 Hawks |
| 2023 | Roos 40-88 Hawks |
| 2023 | Hawks 80-61 Roos |
| 2022 | Roos 75-121 Hawks |
| 2022 | Hawks 78-58 Roos |