2 weeks Ago By Roy Ward, Marnie Vinall, Jonathan Drennan, Vince Rugari
There are just three teams left undefeated in the AFLW midway through round four: Adelaide, North Melbourne and St Kilda. The Kangaroos drew with Geelong in round two - to the surprise of many - but have established themselves as the team to beat nonetheless. This was after downing the reining premiers Brisbane in round one by 44 points and powerhouse Melbourne by 50 points last weekend.
North Melbourne’s star recruit Libby Birch hugs teammate Tahlia Randall following their win in the grand final rematch. Credit: via Getty Images They come up against Port Adelaide tonight, who have just the one win so far. That was against the the winless Western Bulldogs at the MCG in round two.
Given this, it’s pretty safe to say the Roos are going to be the red-hot favourites tonight. But, it’s footy, anything can happen. You’d think Ken Hinkley would have other things on his mind tonight than a personal milestone, but we’ll celebrate (shout it out) nonetheless.
Tonight, Hinkley will coach game 274, the most for any coach at Port Adelaide. He overtakes Mark Williams. Not a bad innings for the resume.
Good evening and welcome to our AFL live blog. Do you have the popcorn ready? How’s the heart rate, Sydney and Port Adelaide fans? Tonight the two great teams, Swans and Power, will battle it out at the SCG for a coveted spot in the grand final. But before that, it’s flag fancies North Melbourne hosting Port Adelaide at Whitten Oval in the AFLW.
Ok. Let’s get to it, shall we?.
