North Melbourne defeat Western Bulldogs,9.7 (61) to 6.9 (45) Kangaroos off to their best start to an AFL season since 1979North Melbourne are off to their best start to an AFL season since 1979 after overcoming the Western Bulldogs by 16 points at Etihad Stadium on Friday night. The Roos prevailed after a dour struggle to remain the only unbeaten team in the AFL, strengthening their grip on top spot with a 9.7 (61) to 6.9 (45) win in front of 47622 fans - a venue record for a match between the two teams. Related: Inside 50: Fremantle's AFL malaise could stretch well beyond 2016 | Russell Jackson Continue reading...
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