North Melbourne
North Melbourne
11.18.84
ETIHAD STADIUM
FRIDAY, 31 JULY 2009
Full Time
Carlton
14.10.94
Carlton
 
North Melbourne
1 H McIntosh 1.1
3 B Rawlings
4 L Anthony 0.2
5 S Power
6 J Gibson
6 L Hansen 0.1
7 A Simpson
9 A Swallow 1.0
11 M Firrito
12 L Thomas 4.1
14 G Urquhart
16 S Thompson
17 N Grima
20 D Petrie 2.2
21 C Jones 0.3
22 T Goldstein 0.3
24 L Greenwood
29 B Harvey 1.1
30 D Pratt 0.1
33 M Campbell 0.1
39 L Harding 2.0
42 S McMahon
Preview: North Melbourne v Carlton
By Jon Pierik, Sportal

VENUE & TIME: Etihad Stadium, Friday July 31, 7.40pm (AEST)
HEAD TO HEAD: Played: 145, Carlton 93, North Melbourne 52
LAST TIME: North Melbourne 22.9 (141) def Carlton 14.6 (90), Round 20, 2008 at Etihad Stadium.

WALKING WOUNDED: Chris Judd limped from the field against Collingwood with a sore ankle but football manager Steven Icke says he will be fit to play. Chris Johnson (hamstring) is out for two-three weeks but Michael Jamison (groin), a late withdrawal against the Pies, could return. Setanta O’hAilpin (general soreness) will need to pass a fitness test. For the Kangaroos, Daniel Wells (groin) is still a fortnight away while Jesse Smith (hamstring) is one of five players out for the season.

FORM: It’s hard to know what to make of the Blues, who had won three straight before being crunched by the Magpies. Sloppy skills were a major concern for Brett Ratten’s men. They must win this to remain in the hunt for September because they face the indomitable Cats a week later. The Kangaroos were mauled by Jonathon Brown last week and have now lost seven of their past eight matches, with mild relief from a draw with Richmond. The Kangaroos, however, boast a superb recent record against the Blues, winning their past six clashes with their most recent loss in Round 16, 2004 at Princes Park.

WHO'S HOT: There were a handful of Blues who managed to be at least lukewarm against the Magpies, but that’s as far as it went. Marc Murphy regularly claims his 25-possessions but his foot skills can be a concern. Kade Simpson has been consistent in recent weeks. The Blues must be respected around the goals as they have a scoring accuracy of 63 per cent from snap shots – the best of any team. The Blues have also been excellent in kicking goals from ball-up clearances. While thrashed by 41 points by the Lions, the Kangaroos’ midfield was strong. The Roos had only one less inside 50 but could manage only nine marks inside the attacking arc.

WE THINK: The Blues, on pure talent, should win this, but the Kangaroos will be pumped to give favourite son Adam Simpson a fitting farewell. The dual premiership winner has decided to call time on a grand career, although he has been in strong form this season and was one of the Roos’ best last week with 34 possessions against the Lions. The Blues will need to deliver the ball better by foot and could be boosted by the return of Andrew Walker and Nick Stevens. Brendan Fevola kicked six when these teams last met and the Blues hope he’ll rediscover that touch after a quiet night against the Magpies. The Kangaroos monstered the Blues in Round 20 last season but so much has changed since then. Carlton by 22 points.
Q4 26:59 - North farewell a club champion as Simpson wraps up what has been a decorated career.
Q4 26:59 - With a hard run home Carlton needed to win to keep their finals hopes alive & whilst they were far from convincing tonight, their season is still alive!
Q4 26:59 - Fulltime: Carlton have hung on winning by 10 points, they didn't have to do much that term with North kicking themselves out of the game. North could've snatched victory but kicked 9 points that term.
Q4 26:30 - With less than a minute remaining Simpson has taken to the field for his last hurrah.
Q4 26:10 - Jones sends the ball forward but the Blues have plenty of numbers in defence & they quickly move the ball up the ground.
Q4 25:05 - BEHIND ROOS - Goldstein, from around his body, the Roos need a goal here but it's offline.
Q4 23:35 - There are just 3 minutes remaining & the Blues, who lead by 11, have started to try & shut the match down.
Q4 22:30 - North have had 8 shots on goal this term for 8 behind!
Q4 22:25 - BEHIND ROOS - Petrie unloads & it looks like it's going to dribble through but it gets a bad bounce & hits the post!
Q4 21:10 - Carlton lead by 2 goals & it will be a difficult task for North is they are to get up from here, they will be looking to do it for Simpson but Carlton's season is on the line.
Q4 20:10 - GOAL BLUES - Thornton controls the ball, he has a snap on goal & brings the crowd to their feet as he breaks the drought & GOALS!
Q4 19:45 - Robinson sends it forward, Fevola is there but fails to take the grab... he moves it inside 50...
Q4 18:25 - Thornton with a left foot snap, he fails to find home & Harvey runs it out of play.
Q4 18:05 - Walker has a snap, Fevola is in the square & looks to create some magic but he can't & it's out of play for a throw in.
Q4 17:15 - The Blues are inside 50, Fevola looks to create something but Firrito comes away with the footy & he gets the Roos out of trouble.
Q4 16:30 - North are playing their hearts out here but they cannot convert it to scoreboard pressure.
Q4 15:50 - BEHIND BLUES - Carrazzo lines up & can really hurt the wasteful Roos with this kick, he unloads but his kick is away to the right.
Q4 14:20 - BEHIND ROOS - From the throw in North claim possession, they attack the ball & Harvey has a snap... yes, it's offline once again.
Q4 13:15 - North move the ball inside 50, but Simpson can't complete can't complete the mark & it dribbles out of play.
Q4 11:30 - A goal to Carlton now will kill the spirit of the Kangaroo players, they have been winning the ball but have not been able to convert.
Q4 10:55 - BEHIND ROOS - Petrie unloads 35 out... & once again it's offline, North are kicking themselves out of the contest, they should be in front but trail by a goal!
Q4 10:00 - The Roos have had 5 easy opportunities in front of goal this term but have not been able to put a major on the scoreboard.
Q4 09:10 - BEHIND ROOS - McIntosh towers over Austin & takes the grab, he lines up 30 out pretty much dead in front but HE MISSES!
Q4 08:00 - Carlton lead by 8 points & North may rue their missed opportunities earlier this term.
Q4 07:15 - GOAL BLUES - Fevola presents taking the mark & will line up 40 out, however he threads it over the top to Murphy who plays on & kicks his 4th!
Q4 06:10 - BEHIND BLUES - Betts lines up just inside 50, it's a great looking kick off the boot but he skims the inside of the POST!
Q4 05:05 - BEHIND ROOS - the Roos are throwing away opportunities here as Goldstein is another who is unable to find the middle.
Q4 04:10 - BEHIND ROOS - Pratt from around his body, but once again a poor kick lets the Roos down.
Q4 03:00 - North are hanging on by a thread & cannot afford to waste opportunities.
Q4 02:15 - BEHIND ROOS - Thomas puts it on his left, but his kick is through for a minor score!
Q4 01:40 - BEHIND BLUES - Simpson can get the Blues off to the perfect start in the final term, but he sprays the kick & Fevola gets stuck in to him.
Q4 01:10 - Adam Simpson has limped off the ground & has gone straight down the race.
Q4 00:40 - BEHIND ROOS - Goldstein, has a golden opportunity as he has a hurried snap on goal, but it's OFFLINE!
Q4 00:02 - We're underway here in the final term, Blues lead by 4 points.
Q3 32:12 - 3/4 time: Carlton lead by 4 points after kicking 6 goals that term, they have plenty of the momentum & North will have to start winning the ball in the middle to have any chance.
Q3 31:55 - Thomas has the ball but fails to manufacture anything & the siren will beat North.
Q3 31:30 - The Roos are on the attack, there's not long to go in the term...
Q3 29:20 - North are trying to hold on to the ball in the final minutes of the term.
Q3 28:45 - BEHIND BLUES - Betts with quick hands to Judd, snap... HITS THE POST!
Q3 27:10 - Carlton have dominated this term & have kicked 5 of the last 7 goals whilst smashing North in the midfield.
Q3 26:30 - GOAL ROOS - Thomas lines up, he has 3 for the night & this is an important kick for North, he unloads & puts away his 4th.
Q3 25:25 - BEHIND BLUES - Carlton win it straight out of the middle, Muprhy with the ball sends it inside 50 to FEVOLLLLLLLA, he lines up 40 out but he sprays the kick!
Q3 24:10 - It was an amazing effort by Murphy who managed to sneak it through in traffic, the Blues now lead by 8 points.
Q3 23:50 - GOAL BLUES - the ball is at the top of the goal square, Fev is there as is Judd, they can't make anything of it & Thompson looks to rush the ball but fails to do so & Murphy SOCCERS IT THROUGH!
Q3 21:40 - GOAL BLUES - Fevola in space, takes the grab 30 out, he goes BANG & puts it through the middle!
Q3 20:25 - Kruezer slaps it out hoping to get it to the advantage of Judd, however Simpson is there & wins the ball.
Q3 19:30 - Fevola is starting to find space in Carlton's forward 50.
Q3 18:05 - GOAL ROOS - Swallow wins a free after laying a brilliant tackle, he lines up & unloads 40 out sneaking it through as he regains the lead for the Roos.
Q3 17:20 - Carlton have kicked 4 of the 6 goals this term & it seems as though they are about to break the match open.
Q3 16:30 - GOAL BLUES - Fevola wins a free 15 out on a 45 degree angle, with just the 1 goal to his name tonight he comes in & MAKES NO MISTAKE OF IT... Blues by 2!
Q3 15:35 - Carlton continue to dominate the centre clearances, they have had 5 to nil this term.
Q3 14:20 - Thornton is receiving medical attention on the field after being in discomfort in the last marking contest.
Q3 13:55 - GOAL BLUES - Thornton lines up on goal, his shoulder is heavily strapped, he is not a renowned goal kicker but he lines up & THREADS IT, Blues trail by 4 points!
Q3 12:45 - Not only is Judd struggling with 9 disposals, Betts has also been well held & his movement in front of goal has been heavily restricted tonight.
Q3 11:30 - The Blues go forward but Thompson takes a goal saving grab on the last line & kicks North out of defence.
Q3 10:15 - It has been goal for goal this term, though Carlton are looking the more threatening team at this point.
Q3 09:10 - GOAL BLUES - Gibbs from the set shot unloads with a precise kick & SLOTS IT THROUGH THE MIDDLE, again we have a 10 point ball game on our hands!
Q3 08:50 - Stevens is finding plenty of space this term.
Q3 07:10 - North are up by 16 & Harvey has proven handy tonight picking up 21 disposals & moving inside 50 when needed.
Q3 06:25 - GOAL ROOS - Harvey is out in front & takes the grab, he lines up 40 out on a slight angle, he goes back & he threads it through the middle to steady for North!
Q3 05:10 - Carlton are looking dangerous in the early stages of this term, North will need to make every attempt to hold them off.
Q3 04:30 - BEHIND BLUES - Once again Carlton force the turnover & move it down the corridor, Fevola marks 40 out directly in front he unloads but his kick is OFFLINE!
Q3 03:45 - Carlton move the ball in to attack, Fevola has the ball but he is wrapped up by Thompson, BALL... the free goes against Fev for failing to get rid of the ball.
Q3 02:50 - GOAL BLUES - Carlton force the turnover & the ball ends up with Murphy, he slams boot to ball & THREADS IT!
Q3 02:00 - The Blues win the ball out of the midfield once again & will look to try & do something here.
Q3 01:20 - GOAL NORTH - Petrie is one out with Austin & takes the contested grab, he lines up directly in front off one step & he puts away North's 8!
Q3 00:02 - The teams return from the main break & we're underway for what should be an entertaining 2nd half.
Q2 27:59 - Half-time: North were the better team in that term & have an 11 point advantage at the main break, they took more risks & were more aggressive when attacking the ball.
Q2 27:50 - They move the ball inside 50 but North claim possession.
Q2 27:30 - The Blues have the ball at half-back & have 40 seconds to attack the ball...
Q2 26:35 - There is just a minute left before the break & North will be looking to maintain their 11 point lead & hold off the Blues.
Q2 25:30 - The Blues move the ball forward once again & Fevola is there but he gives away a free & North eventually get it out of defence.
Q2 24:10 - GOAL BLUES - Carlton waste no time as Fevola threads it through off one step!
Q2 23:05 - GOAL ROOS - Simpson shows composure finds Thomas who keeps his feet, picks up the ball & GOALS, North by 17!
Q2 21:30 - GOAL BLUES - Hansen turns the ball over in the middle & it ends up with Stevens 45 out, he closes in on goal & THREADS IT, just what the Blues need!
Q2 20:10 - Carlton's senior players really need to step up- Fevola, Stevens & Judd have not had an impact on the match & their SEASON IS ON THE LINE!
Q2 19:35 - GOAL ROOS - quick ball movement by North sees McIntosh lining up for goal 40 out, he goes back & sends it sailing over the goal umpire's head!
Q2 18:50 - Fevola is one out but he can't complete the mark & the Roos clear it from defence.
Q2 17:30 - North turn the ball over in the middle & Murphy looks to get the Blues going.
Q2 16:20 - It seems as though Harding will spend the rest of the match watching from the bench after confirmation he has twanged his right hamstring.
Q2 15:45 - BEHIND ROOS - Jones will line up 25 out on a 45 degree angle, he puts it on his right foot but it's through for a minor score.
Q2 14:25 - GOAL ROOS - Joseph turns the ball over from the kick in & it goes straight to Thomas, he has a quick snap & makes the Blues pay, North by 10!
Q2 13:30 - BEHIND ROOS - Anthony will take the kick for Harding, he unloads but it's offline.
Q2 13:00 - Harvey goes low inside 50 & finds Harding, however he seems to have injured his right hammy & comes straight off the field...
Q2 12:05 - North lead by 3 points & their players are doing just that bit more at the moment, they are more willing to put their bodies on the line & go in for the contested ball.
Q2 11:40 - GOAL ROOS - Thomas with a low ball pin points Harding on the lead, he is 35 out on a barely there angle, he unloads & finishes it off!
Q2 10:10 - Greenwood is doing a good job on Judd thus far, he has kept him to just 5 possessions & he has had minimal impact on the match.
Q2 09:30 - BHEIND ROOS - Harvey finds Campbell 35 from goal, he unloads hoping to regain the lead but his kick is offline for a behind.
Q2 08:40 - Gibson sends the ball inside 50, the ball is in dispute & North will be looking to swoop on an opportunity... a free goes the way of Harvey.
Q2 07:10 - BEHIND ROOS - North are on the attack, however a shot on goal comes off the hands of Houlihan & is through for a behind.
Q2 06:00 - Carlton lead by 5 points & there has already been 6 lead changes in this match.
Q2 05:20 - GOAL BLUES - Fevola does the hard work & puts the ball to the top of the square O'hAilpin is there & gets a toe poke to the ball soccering it through for a GOAL!
Q2 04:30 - BEHIND ROOS - Swallow from outside 50, he unloads with a low kick, it does not have the distance & it comes off the pack for a rushed behind.
Q2 03:15 - Campbell tries to keep the ball alive inside their forward 50, but the Blues have the numbers & claim possession.
Q2 02:05 - The Blues move the ball in to attack but turn the ball over & North clear through Firrito.
Q2 01:10 - Thornton has reappeared from the change rooms with his shoulder heavily strapped, he is on the boundary trying to get some movement back in his arm.
Q2 00:01 - The umpire puts the ball in the air as the siren signals the start of the 2nd term.
Q1 30:59 - 1/4 time: scores are level on 3.4 (22) with both teams having their moments of dominance in the opening term, Carlton looked like they were gaining momentum but North steadied.
Q1 29:10 - BEHIND ROOS - Hansen unloads looking to put North in front, however the kick is through for a behind, scores level.
Q1 28:05 - North look threatening when they take some risks, their kicking is the only thing letting them down at the moment.
Q1 27:15 - GOAL ROOS - Jones puts it on his right & plants the ball on the chest of Harding, Harding's kick is on its way... & he makes no mistake of it, Roos trail by 1 point!
Q1 26:00 - North are struggling with their kicking, their efficiency is currently at 55%
Q1 25:20 - BEHIND BLUES - Russell has the ball, Fevola runs in to some space & takes the grab he has a shot but again his kick goes from left to right & it's offline.
Q1 24:40 - Simpson sends it to the top of the square, Hansen is there but can't take control & the Blues get out of trouble.
Q1 23:50 - BEHIND ROOS - an opportunity awaits Goldstein, he runs inside 50 & has a shot, his kick just falls short & it is touched.
Q1 22:40 - BEHIND BLUES - Robinson will look for Carlton's 4th, he has a shot but it's offline for a minor score.
Q1 20:10 - North are tackling well tonight, they need to get their hands on the ball a bit more, they have had 18 to Carlton's 6. They are applying the pressure just not forcing the turnover.
Q1 19:00 - The Blues will need to rearrange their backline, Thornton is having trouble with his AC joint & Bower has sustained an injury to his right knee.
Q1 18:20 - Carlton win the ball from the middle once again, they are dominating the centre clearances at the moment, it's 3-1.
Q1 17:50 - GOAL BLUES - Once again it's Carlton's runners who move the ball inside 50, Murphy has control has a snap & kicks Carlton's second in a minute!
Q1 16:45 - GOAL BLUES - Carlton run the ball quickly through the midfield, Betts with quick hands finds Stevens who has a shot on the run & GOALS!
Q1 15:55 - Thornton & Bower are down after clashing in a contest...
Q1 15:45 - Petrie sends the ball inside 50, however there's no one there for North & Judd runs it out.
Q1 14:10 - It's been a great start to the match with both teams starting strong, applying pressure & putting their bodies on the line.
Q1 13:30 - GOAL ROOS - Petrie wins a free kick after a holding the ball decision goes the way of the Roos, he unloads with a beautifully weighted kick & SPLITS THE MIDDLE, North by 6!
Q1 12:30 - McIntosh has started well for North, he has picked up 6 disposals & is running well.
Q1 11:45 - BEHIND ROOS - Petrie lines up, his kick off the boot goes from left to right & it's offline for a behind.
Q1 10:05 - BEHIND BLUES - Fevola will unload from inside 50, he is directly in front & should thread it through, his kick looks good but it slams in to the POST!
Q1 08:30 - Simpson will be looking to have an impact for the Kangas in his last match of his career.
Q1 07:40 - GOAL BLUES - Kreuzer wins a free 60 out & offloads to Gibbs who lines up 35 out, he goes back & has no problem threading it through, scores are level!
Q1 05:15 - GOAL ROOS - from the free the Roos move the ball inside 50, Thomas takes the grab unloads & SNEAKS IT HOME, Roos with the 1ST!
Q1 04:05 - Robinson has a shot on goal, his kick falls short however a free is awarded to Thompson after Fevola took him high.
Q1 02:40 - A couple of key match ups for the opening term- Thompson has the job on Fevola & Joseph will have to try keep up with Harvey.
Q1 01:25 - BEHIND ROOS - Jones takes a grab 35 out just inside the boundary, he has a shot but only registers a behind.
Q1 00:15 - BEHIND BLUES - Carlton waste no time as they move the ball forward, Stevens has control of the ball & he unloads with a floating kick but it's offline for a behind.
Q1 00:01 - The siren sounds, the umpire goes BANG & we're underway here with the Blues winning the clearance.
Q1 00:00 - Welcome to the Docklands for the clash between North Melbourne & Carlton.

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Preview: North Melbourne v Carlton
By Jon Pierik, Sportal

VENUE & TIME: Etihad Stadium, Friday July 31, 7.40pm (AEST)
HEAD TO HEAD: Played: 145, Carlton 93, North Melbourne 52
LAST TIME: North Melbourne 22.9 (141) def Carlton 14.6 (90), Round 20, 2008 at Etihad Stadium.

WALKING WOUNDED: Chris Judd limped from the field against Collingwood with a sore ankle but football manager Steven Icke says he will be fit to play. Chris Johnson (hamstring) is out for two-three weeks but Michael Jamison (groin), a late withdrawal against the Pies, could return. Setanta O’hAilpin (general soreness) will need to pass a fitness test. For the Kangaroos, Daniel Wells (groin) is still a fortnight away while Jesse Smith (hamstring) is one of five players out for the season.

FORM: It’s hard to know what to make of the Blues, who had won three straight before being crunched by the Magpies. Sloppy skills were a major concern for Brett Ratten’s men. They must win this to remain in the hunt for September because they face the indomitable Cats a week later. The Kangaroos were mauled by Jonathon Brown last week and have now lost seven of their past eight matches, with mild relief from a draw with Richmond. The Kangaroos, however, boast a superb recent record against the Blues, winning their past six clashes with their most recent loss in Round 16, 2004 at Princes Park.

WHO'S HOT: There were a handful of Blues who managed to be at least lukewarm against the Magpies, but that’s as far as it went. Marc Murphy regularly claims his 25-possessions but his foot skills can be a concern. Kade Simpson has been consistent in recent weeks. The Blues must be respected around the goals as they have a scoring accuracy of 63 per cent from snap shots – the best of any team. The Blues have also been excellent in kicking goals from ball-up clearances. While thrashed by 41 points by the Lions, the Kangaroos’ midfield was strong. The Roos had only one less inside 50 but could manage only nine marks inside the attacking arc.

WE THINK: The Blues, on pure talent, should win this, but the Kangaroos will be pumped to give favourite son Adam Simpson a fitting farewell. The dual premiership winner has decided to call time on a grand career, although he has been in strong form this season and was one of the Roos’ best last week with 34 possessions against the Lions. The Blues will need to deliver the ball better by foot and could be boosted by the return of Andrew Walker and Nick Stevens. Brendan Fevola kicked six when these teams last met and the Blues hope he’ll rediscover that touch after a quiet night against the Magpies. The Kangaroos monstered the Blues in Round 20 last season but so much has changed since then. Carlton by 22 points.
 
Q4 26:59 - North farewell a club champion as Simpson wraps up what has been a decorated career.
Q4 26:59 - With a hard run home Carlton needed to win to keep their finals hopes alive & whilst they were far from convincing tonight, their season is still alive!
Q4 26:59 - Fulltime: Carlton have hung on winning by 10 points, they didn't have to do much that term with North kicking themselves out of the game. North could've snatched victory but kicked 9 points that term.
Q4 26:30 - With less than a minute remaining Simpson has taken to the field for his last hurrah.
Q4 26:10 - Jones sends the ball forward but the Blues have plenty of numbers in defence & they quickly move the ball up the ground.
Q4 25:05 - BEHIND ROOS - Goldstein, from around his body, the Roos need a goal here but it's offline.
Q4 23:35 - There are just 3 minutes remaining & the Blues, who lead by 11, have started to try & shut the match down.
Q4 22:30 - North have had 8 shots on goal this term for 8 behind!
Q4 22:25 - BEHIND ROOS - Petrie unloads & it looks like it's going to dribble through but it gets a bad bounce & hits the post!
Q4 21:10 - Carlton lead by 2 goals & it will be a difficult task for North is they are to get up from here, they will be looking to do it for Simpson but Carlton's season is on the line.
Q4 20:10 - GOAL BLUES - Thornton controls the ball, he has a snap on goal & brings the crowd to their feet as he breaks the drought & GOALS!
Q4 19:45 - Robinson sends it forward, Fevola is there but fails to take the grab... he moves it inside 50...
Q4 18:25 - Thornton with a left foot snap, he fails to find home & Harvey runs it out of play.
Q4 18:05 - Walker has a snap, Fevola is in the square & looks to create some magic but he can't & it's out of play for a throw in.
Q4 17:15 - The Blues are inside 50, Fevola looks to create something but Firrito comes away with the footy & he gets the Roos out of trouble.
Q4 16:30 - North are playing their hearts out here but they cannot convert it to scoreboard pressure.
Q4 15:50 - BEHIND BLUES - Carrazzo lines up & can really hurt the wasteful Roos with this kick, he unloads but his kick is away to the right.
Q4 14:20 - BEHIND ROOS - From the throw in North claim possession, they attack the ball & Harvey has a snap... yes, it's offline once again.
Q4 13:15 - North move the ball inside 50, but Simpson can't complete can't complete the mark & it dribbles out of play.
Q4 11:30 - A goal to Carlton now will kill the spirit of the Kangaroo players, they have been winning the ball but have not been able to convert.
Q4 10:55 - BEHIND ROOS - Petrie unloads 35 out... & once again it's offline, North are kicking themselves out of the contest, they should be in front but trail by a goal!
Q4 10:00 - The Roos have had 5 easy opportunities in front of goal this term but have not been able to put a major on the scoreboard.
Q4 09:10 - BEHIND ROOS - McIntosh towers over Austin & takes the grab, he lines up 30 out pretty much dead in front but HE MISSES!
Q4 08:00 - Carlton lead by 8 points & North may rue their missed opportunities earlier this term.
Q4 07:15 - GOAL BLUES - Fevola presents taking the mark & will line up 40 out, however he threads it over the top to Murphy who plays on & kicks his 4th!
Q4 06:10 - BEHIND BLUES - Betts lines up just inside 50, it's a great looking kick off the boot but he skims the inside of the POST!
Q4 05:05 - BEHIND ROOS - the Roos are throwing away opportunities here as Goldstein is another who is unable to find the middle.
Q4 04:10 - BEHIND ROOS - Pratt from around his body, but once again a poor kick lets the Roos down.
Q4 03:00 - North are hanging on by a thread & cannot afford to waste opportunities.
Q4 02:15 - BEHIND ROOS - Thomas puts it on his left, but his kick is through for a minor score!
Q4 01:40 - BEHIND BLUES - Simpson can get the Blues off to the perfect start in the final term, but he sprays the kick & Fevola gets stuck in to him.
Q4 01:10 - Adam Simpson has limped off the ground & has gone straight down the race.
Q4 00:40 - BEHIND ROOS - Goldstein, has a golden opportunity as he has a hurried snap on goal, but it's OFFLINE!
Q4 00:02 - We're underway here in the final term, Blues lead by 4 points.
Q3 32:12 - 3/4 time: Carlton lead by 4 points after kicking 6 goals that term, they have plenty of the momentum & North will have to start winning the ball in the middle to have any chance.
Q3 31:55 - Thomas has the ball but fails to manufacture anything & the siren will beat North.
Q3 31:30 - The Roos are on the attack, there's not long to go in the term...
Q3 29:20 - North are trying to hold on to the ball in the final minutes of the term.
Q3 28:45 - BEHIND BLUES - Betts with quick hands to Judd, snap... HITS THE POST!
Q3 27:10 - Carlton have dominated this term & have kicked 5 of the last 7 goals whilst smashing North in the midfield.
Q3 26:30 - GOAL ROOS - Thomas lines up, he has 3 for the night & this is an important kick for North, he unloads & puts away his 4th.
Q3 25:25 - BEHIND BLUES - Carlton win it straight out of the middle, Muprhy with the ball sends it inside 50 to FEVOLLLLLLLA, he lines up 40 out but he sprays the kick!
Q3 24:10 - It was an amazing effort by Murphy who managed to sneak it through in traffic, the Blues now lead by 8 points.
Q3 23:50 - GOAL BLUES - the ball is at the top of the goal square, Fev is there as is Judd, they can't make anything of it & Thompson looks to rush the ball but fails to do so & Murphy SOCCERS IT THROUGH!
Q3 21:40 - GOAL BLUES - Fevola in space, takes the grab 30 out, he goes BANG & puts it through the middle!
Q3 20:25 - Kruezer slaps it out hoping to get it to the advantage of Judd, however Simpson is there & wins the ball.
Q3 19:30 - Fevola is starting to find space in Carlton's forward 50.
Q3 18:05 - GOAL ROOS - Swallow wins a free after laying a brilliant tackle, he lines up & unloads 40 out sneaking it through as he regains the lead for the Roos.
Q3 17:20 - Carlton have kicked 4 of the 6 goals this term & it seems as though they are about to break the match open.
Q3 16:30 - GOAL BLUES - Fevola wins a free 15 out on a 45 degree angle, with just the 1 goal to his name tonight he comes in & MAKES NO MISTAKE OF IT... Blues by 2!
Q3 15:35 - Carlton continue to dominate the centre clearances, they have had 5 to nil this term.
Q3 14:20 - Thornton is receiving medical attention on the field after being in discomfort in the last marking contest.
Q3 13:55 - GOAL BLUES - Thornton lines up on goal, his shoulder is heavily strapped, he is not a renowned goal kicker but he lines up & THREADS IT, Blues trail by 4 points!
Q3 12:45 - Not only is Judd struggling with 9 disposals, Betts has also been well held & his movement in front of goal has been heavily restricted tonight.
Q3 11:30 - The Blues go forward but Thompson takes a goal saving grab on the last line & kicks North out of defence.
Q3 10:15 - It has been goal for goal this term, though Carlton are looking the more threatening team at this point.
Q3 09:10 - GOAL BLUES - Gibbs from the set shot unloads with a precise kick & SLOTS IT THROUGH THE MIDDLE, again we have a 10 point ball game on our hands!
Q3 08:50 - Stevens is finding plenty of space this term.
Q3 07:10 - North are up by 16 & Harvey has proven handy tonight picking up 21 disposals & moving inside 50 when needed.
Q3 06:25 - GOAL ROOS - Harvey is out in front & takes the grab, he lines up 40 out on a slight angle, he goes back & he threads it through the middle to steady for North!
Q3 05:10 - Carlton are looking dangerous in the early stages of this term, North will need to make every attempt to hold them off.
Q3 04:30 - BEHIND BLUES - Once again Carlton force the turnover & move it down the corridor, Fevola marks 40 out directly in front he unloads but his kick is OFFLINE!
Q3 03:45 - Carlton move the ball in to attack, Fevola has the ball but he is wrapped up by Thompson, BALL... the free goes against Fev for failing to get rid of the ball.
Q3 02:50 - GOAL BLUES - Carlton force the turnover & the ball ends up with Murphy, he slams boot to ball & THREADS IT!
Q3 02:00 - The Blues win the ball out of the midfield once again & will look to try & do something here.
Q3 01:20 - GOAL NORTH - Petrie is one out with Austin & takes the contested grab, he lines up directly in front off one step & he puts away North's 8!
Q3 00:02 - The teams return from the main break & we're underway for what should be an entertaining 2nd half.
Q2 27:59 - Half-time: North were the better team in that term & have an 11 point advantage at the main break, they took more risks & were more aggressive when attacking the ball.
Q2 27:50 - They move the ball inside 50 but North claim possession.
Q2 27:30 - The Blues have the ball at half-back & have 40 seconds to attack the ball...
Q2 26:35 - There is just a minute left before the break & North will be looking to maintain their 11 point lead & hold off the Blues.
Q2 25:30 - The Blues move the ball forward once again & Fevola is there but he gives away a free & North eventually get it out of defence.
Q2 24:10 - GOAL BLUES - Carlton waste no time as Fevola threads it through off one step!
Q2 23:05 - GOAL ROOS - Simpson shows composure finds Thomas who keeps his feet, picks up the ball & GOALS, North by 17!
Q2 21:30 - GOAL BLUES - Hansen turns the ball over in the middle & it ends up with Stevens 45 out, he closes in on goal & THREADS IT, just what the Blues need!
Q2 20:10 - Carlton's senior players really need to step up- Fevola, Stevens & Judd have not had an impact on the match & their SEASON IS ON THE LINE!
Q2 19:35 - GOAL ROOS - quick ball movement by North sees McIntosh lining up for goal 40 out, he goes back & sends it sailing over the goal umpire's head!
Q2 18:50 - Fevola is one out but he can't complete the mark & the Roos clear it from defence.
Q2 17:30 - North turn the ball over in the middle & Murphy looks to get the Blues going.
Q2 16:20 - It seems as though Harding will spend the rest of the match watching from the bench after confirmation he has twanged his right hamstring.
Q2 15:45 - BEHIND ROOS - Jones will line up 25 out on a 45 degree angle, he puts it on his right foot but it's through for a minor score.
Q2 14:25 - GOAL ROOS - Joseph turns the ball over from the kick in & it goes straight to Thomas, he has a quick snap & makes the Blues pay, North by 10!
Q2 13:30 - BEHIND ROOS - Anthony will take the kick for Harding, he unloads but it's offline.
Q2 13:00 - Harvey goes low inside 50 & finds Harding, however he seems to have injured his right hammy & comes straight off the field...
Q2 12:05 - North lead by 3 points & their players are doing just that bit more at the moment, they are more willing to put their bodies on the line & go in for the contested ball.
Q2 11:40 - GOAL ROOS - Thomas with a low ball pin points Harding on the lead, he is 35 out on a barely there angle, he unloads & finishes it off!
Q2 10:10 - Greenwood is doing a good job on Judd thus far, he has kept him to just 5 possessions & he has had minimal impact on the match.
Q2 09:30 - BHEIND ROOS - Harvey finds Campbell 35 from goal, he unloads hoping to regain the lead but his kick is offline for a behind.
Q2 08:40 - Gibson sends the ball inside 50, the ball is in dispute & North will be looking to swoop on an opportunity... a free goes the way of Harvey.
Q2 07:10 - BEHIND ROOS - North are on the attack, however a shot on goal comes off the hands of Houlihan & is through for a behind.
Q2 06:00 - Carlton lead by 5 points & there has already been 6 lead changes in this match.
Q2 05:20 - GOAL BLUES - Fevola does the hard work & puts the ball to the top of the square O'hAilpin is there & gets a toe poke to the ball soccering it through for a GOAL!
Q2 04:30 - BEHIND ROOS - Swallow from outside 50, he unloads with a low kick, it does not have the distance & it comes off the pack for a rushed behind.
Q2 03:15 - Campbell tries to keep the ball alive inside their forward 50, but the Blues have the numbers & claim possession.
Q2 02:05 - The Blues move the ball in to attack but turn the ball over & North clear through Firrito.
Q2 01:10 - Thornton has reappeared from the change rooms with his shoulder heavily strapped, he is on the boundary trying to get some movement back in his arm.
Q2 00:01 - The umpire puts the ball in the air as the siren signals the start of the 2nd term.
Q1 30:59 - 1/4 time: scores are level on 3.4 (22) with both teams having their moments of dominance in the opening term, Carlton looked like they were gaining momentum but North steadied.
Q1 29:10 - BEHIND ROOS - Hansen unloads looking to put North in front, however the kick is through for a behind, scores level.
Q1 28:05 - North look threatening when they take some risks, their kicking is the only thing letting them down at the moment.
Q1 27:15 - GOAL ROOS - Jones puts it on his right & plants the ball on the chest of Harding, Harding's kick is on its way... & he makes no mistake of it, Roos trail by 1 point!
Q1 26:00 - North are struggling with their kicking, their efficiency is currently at 55%
Q1 25:20 - BEHIND BLUES - Russell has the ball, Fevola runs in to some space & takes the grab he has a shot but again his kick goes from left to right & it's offline.
Q1 24:40 - Simpson sends it to the top of the square, Hansen is there but can't take control & the Blues get out of trouble.
Q1 23:50 - BEHIND ROOS - an opportunity awaits Goldstein, he runs inside 50 & has a shot, his kick just falls short & it is touched.
Q1 22:40 - BEHIND BLUES - Robinson will look for Carlton's 4th, he has a shot but it's offline for a minor score.
Q1 20:10 - North are tackling well tonight, they need to get their hands on the ball a bit more, they have had 18 to Carlton's 6. They are applying the pressure just not forcing the turnover.
Q1 19:00 - The Blues will need to rearrange their backline, Thornton is having trouble with his AC joint & Bower has sustained an injury to his right knee.
Q1 18:20 - Carlton win the ball from the middle once again, they are dominating the centre clearances at the moment, it's 3-1.
Q1 17:50 - GOAL BLUES - Once again it's Carlton's runners who move the ball inside 50, Murphy has control has a snap & kicks Carlton's second in a minute!
Q1 16:45 - GOAL BLUES - Carlton run the ball quickly through the midfield, Betts with quick hands finds Stevens who has a shot on the run & GOALS!
Q1 15:55 - Thornton & Bower are down after clashing in a contest...
Q1 15:45 - Petrie sends the ball inside 50, however there's no one there for North & Judd runs it out.
Q1 14:10 - It's been a great start to the match with both teams starting strong, applying pressure & putting their bodies on the line.
Q1 13:30 - GOAL ROOS - Petrie wins a free kick after a holding the ball decision goes the way of the Roos, he unloads with a beautifully weighted kick & SPLITS THE MIDDLE, North by 6!
Q1 12:30 - McIntosh has started well for North, he has picked up 6 disposals & is running well.
Q1 11:45 - BEHIND ROOS - Petrie lines up, his kick off the boot goes from left to right & it's offline for a behind.
Q1 10:05 - BEHIND BLUES - Fevola will unload from inside 50, he is directly in front & should thread it through, his kick looks good but it slams in to the POST!
Q1 08:30 - Simpson will be looking to have an impact for the Kangas in his last match of his career.
Q1 07:40 - GOAL BLUES - Kreuzer wins a free 60 out & offloads to Gibbs who lines up 35 out, he goes back & has no problem threading it through, scores are level!
Q1 05:15 - GOAL ROOS - from the free the Roos move the ball inside 50, Thomas takes the grab unloads & SNEAKS IT HOME, Roos with the 1ST!
Q1 04:05 - Robinson has a shot on goal, his kick falls short however a free is awarded to Thompson after Fevola took him high.
Q1 02:40 - A couple of key match ups for the opening term- Thompson has the job on Fevola & Joseph will have to try keep up with Harvey.
Q1 01:25 - BEHIND ROOS - Jones takes a grab 35 out just inside the boundary, he has a shot but only registers a behind.
Q1 00:15 - BEHIND BLUES - Carlton waste no time as they move the ball forward, Stevens has control of the ball & he unloads with a floating kick but it's offline for a behind.
Q1 00:01 - The siren sounds, the umpire goes BANG & we're underway here with the Blues winning the clearance.
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Q4 26:59 - North farewell a club champion as Simpson wraps up what has been a decorated career.
Q4 26:59 - With a hard run home Carlton needed to win to keep their finals hopes alive & whilst they were far from convincing tonight, their season is still alive!
Q4 26:59 - Fulltime: Carlton have hung on winning by 10 points, they didn't have to do much that term with North kicking themselves out of the game. North could've snatched victory but kicked 9 points that term.
Q4 26:30 - With less than a minute remaining Simpson has taken to the field for his last hurrah.
Q4 26:10 - Jones sends the ball forward but the Blues have plenty of numbers in defence & they quickly move the ball up the ground.
Q4 25:05 - BEHIND ROOS - Goldstein, from around his body, the Roos need a goal here but it's offline.
Q4 23:35 - There are just 3 minutes remaining & the Blues, who lead by 11, have started to try & shut the match down.
Q4 22:30 - North have had 8 shots on goal this term for 8 behind!
Q4 22:25 - BEHIND ROOS - Petrie unloads & it looks like it's going to dribble through but it gets a bad bounce & hits the post!
Q4 21:10 - Carlton lead by 2 goals & it will be a difficult task for North is they are to get up from here, they will be looking to do it for Simpson but Carlton's season is on the line.
Q4 20:10 - GOAL BLUES - Thornton controls the ball, he has a snap on goal & brings the crowd to their feet as he breaks the drought & GOALS!
Q4 19:45 - Robinson sends it forward, Fevola is there but fails to take the grab... he moves it inside 50...
Q4 18:25 - Thornton with a left foot snap, he fails to find home & Harvey runs it out of play.
Q4 18:05 - Walker has a snap, Fevola is in the square & looks to create some magic but he can't & it's out of play for a throw in.
Q4 17:15 - The Blues are inside 50, Fevola looks to create something but Firrito comes away with the footy & he gets the Roos out of trouble.
Q4 16:30 - North are playing their hearts out here but they cannot convert it to scoreboard pressure.
Q4 15:50 - BEHIND BLUES - Carrazzo lines up & can really hurt the wasteful Roos with this kick, he unloads but his kick is away to the right.
Q4 14:20 - BEHIND ROOS - From the throw in North claim possession, they attack the ball & Harvey has a snap... yes, it's offline once again.
Q4 13:15 - North move the ball inside 50, but Simpson can't complete can't complete the mark & it dribbles out of play.
Q4 11:30 - A goal to Carlton now will kill the spirit of the Kangaroo players, they have been winning the ball but have not been able to convert.
Q4 10:55 - BEHIND ROOS - Petrie unloads 35 out... & once again it's offline, North are kicking themselves out of the contest, they should be in front but trail by a goal!
Q4 10:00 - The Roos have had 5 easy opportunities in front of goal this term but have not been able to put a major on the scoreboard.
Q4 09:10 - BEHIND ROOS - McIntosh towers over Austin & takes the grab, he lines up 30 out pretty much dead in front but HE MISSES!
Q4 08:00 - Carlton lead by 8 points & North may rue their missed opportunities earlier this term.
Q4 07:15 - GOAL BLUES - Fevola presents taking the mark & will line up 40 out, however he threads it over the top to Murphy who plays on & kicks his 4th!
Q4 06:10 - BEHIND BLUES - Betts lines up just inside 50, it's a great looking kick off the boot but he skims the inside of the POST!
Q4 05:05 - BEHIND ROOS - the Roos are throwing away opportunities here as Goldstein is another who is unable to find the middle.
Q4 04:10 - BEHIND ROOS - Pratt from around his body, but once again a poor kick lets the Roos down.
Q4 03:00 - North are hanging on by a thread & cannot afford to waste opportunities.
Q4 02:15 - BEHIND ROOS - Thomas puts it on his left, but his kick is through for a minor score!
Q4 01:40 - BEHIND BLUES - Simpson can get the Blues off to the perfect start in the final term, but he sprays the kick & Fevola gets stuck in to him.
Q4 01:10 - Adam Simpson has limped off the ground & has gone straight down the race.
Q4 00:40 - BEHIND ROOS - Goldstein, has a golden opportunity as he has a hurried snap on goal, but it's OFFLINE!
Q4 00:02 - We're underway here in the final term, Blues lead by 4 points.
Q3 32:12 - 3/4 time: Carlton lead by 4 points after kicking 6 goals that term, they have plenty of the momentum & North will have to start winning the ball in the middle to have any chance.
Q3 31:55 - Thomas has the ball but fails to manufacture anything & the siren will beat North.
Q3 31:30 - The Roos are on the attack, there's not long to go in the term...
Q3 29:20 - North are trying to hold on to the ball in the final minutes of the term.
Q3 28:45 - BEHIND BLUES - Betts with quick hands to Judd, snap... HITS THE POST!
Q3 27:10 - Carlton have dominated this term & have kicked 5 of the last 7 goals whilst smashing North in the midfield.
Q3 26:30 - GOAL ROOS - Thomas lines up, he has 3 for the night & this is an important kick for North, he unloads & puts away his 4th.
Q3 25:25 - BEHIND BLUES - Carlton win it straight out of the middle, Muprhy with the ball sends it inside 50 to FEVOLLLLLLLA, he lines up 40 out but he sprays the kick!
Q3 24:10 - It was an amazing effort by Murphy who managed to sneak it through in traffic, the Blues now lead by 8 points.
Q3 23:50 - GOAL BLUES - the ball is at the top of the goal square, Fev is there as is Judd, they can't make anything of it & Thompson looks to rush the ball but fails to do so & Murphy SOCCERS IT THROUGH!
Q3 21:40 - GOAL BLUES - Fevola in space, takes the grab 30 out, he goes BANG & puts it through the middle!
Q3 20:25 - Kruezer slaps it out hoping to get it to the advantage of Judd, however Simpson is there & wins the ball.
Q3 19:30 - Fevola is starting to find space in Carlton's forward 50.
Q3 18:05 - GOAL ROOS - Swallow wins a free after laying a brilliant tackle, he lines up & unloads 40 out sneaking it through as he regains the lead for the Roos.
Q3 17:20 - Carlton have kicked 4 of the 6 goals this term & it seems as though they are about to break the match open.
Q3 16:30 - GOAL BLUES - Fevola wins a free 15 out on a 45 degree angle, with just the 1 goal to his name tonight he comes in & MAKES NO MISTAKE OF IT... Blues by 2!
Q3 15:35 - Carlton continue to dominate the centre clearances, they have had 5 to nil this term.
Q3 14:20 - Thornton is receiving medical attention on the field after being in discomfort in the last marking contest.
Q3 13:55 - GOAL BLUES - Thornton lines up on goal, his shoulder is heavily strapped, he is not a renowned goal kicker but he lines up & THREADS IT, Blues trail by 4 points!
Q3 12:45 - Not only is Judd struggling with 9 disposals, Betts has also been well held & his movement in front of goal has been heavily restricted tonight.
Q3 11:30 - The Blues go forward but Thompson takes a goal saving grab on the last line & kicks North out of defence.
Q3 10:15 - It has been goal for goal this term, though Carlton are looking the more threatening team at this point.
Q3 09:10 - GOAL BLUES - Gibbs from the set shot unloads with a precise kick & SLOTS IT THROUGH THE MIDDLE, again we have a 10 point ball game on our hands!
Q3 08:50 - Stevens is finding plenty of space this term.
Q3 07:10 - North are up by 16 & Harvey has proven handy tonight picking up 21 disposals & moving inside 50 when needed.
Q3 06:25 - GOAL ROOS - Harvey is out in front & takes the grab, he lines up 40 out on a slight angle, he goes back & he threads it through the middle to steady for North!
Q3 05:10 - Carlton are looking dangerous in the early stages of this term, North will need to make every attempt to hold them off.
Q3 04:30 - BEHIND BLUES - Once again Carlton force the turnover & move it down the corridor, Fevola marks 40 out directly in front he unloads but his kick is OFFLINE!
Q3 03:45 - Carlton move the ball in to attack, Fevola has the ball but he is wrapped up by Thompson, BALL... the free goes against Fev for failing to get rid of the ball.
Q3 02:50 - GOAL BLUES - Carlton force the turnover & the ball ends up with Murphy, he slams boot to ball & THREADS IT!
Q3 02:00 - The Blues win the ball out of the midfield once again & will look to try & do something here.
Q3 01:20 - GOAL NORTH - Petrie is one out with Austin & takes the contested grab, he lines up directly in front off one step & he puts away North's 8!
Q3 00:02 - The teams return from the main break & we're underway for what should be an entertaining 2nd half.
Q2 27:59 - Half-time: North were the better team in that term & have an 11 point advantage at the main break, they took more risks & were more aggressive when attacking the ball.
Q2 27:50 - They move the ball inside 50 but North claim possession.
Q2 27:30 - The Blues have the ball at half-back & have 40 seconds to attack the ball...
Q2 26:35 - There is just a minute left before the break & North will be looking to maintain their 11 point lead & hold off the Blues.
Q2 25:30 - The Blues move the ball forward once again & Fevola is there but he gives away a free & North eventually get it out of defence.
Q2 24:10 - GOAL BLUES - Carlton waste no time as Fevola threads it through off one step!
Q2 23:05 - GOAL ROOS - Simpson shows composure finds Thomas who keeps his feet, picks up the ball & GOALS, North by 17!
Q2 21:30 - GOAL BLUES - Hansen turns the ball over in the middle & it ends up with Stevens 45 out, he closes in on goal & THREADS IT, just what the Blues need!
Q2 20:10 - Carlton's senior players really need to step up- Fevola, Stevens & Judd have not had an impact on the match & their SEASON IS ON THE LINE!
Q2 19:35 - GOAL ROOS - quick ball movement by North sees McIntosh lining up for goal 40 out, he goes back & sends it sailing over the goal umpire's head!
Q2 18:50 - Fevola is one out but he can't complete the mark & the Roos clear it from defence.
Q2 17:30 - North turn the ball over in the middle & Murphy looks to get the Blues going.
Q2 16:20 - It seems as though Harding will spend the rest of the match watching from the bench after confirmation he has twanged his right hamstring.
Q2 15:45 - BEHIND ROOS - Jones will line up 25 out on a 45 degree angle, he puts it on his right foot but it's through for a minor score.
Q2 14:25 - GOAL ROOS - Joseph turns the ball over from the kick in & it goes straight to Thomas, he has a quick snap & makes the Blues pay, North by 10!
Q2 13:30 - BEHIND ROOS - Anthony will take the kick for Harding, he unloads but it's offline.
Q2 13:00 - Harvey goes low inside 50 & finds Harding, however he seems to have injured his right hammy & comes straight off the field...
Q2 12:05 - North lead by 3 points & their players are doing just that bit more at the moment, they are more willing to put their bodies on the line & go in for the contested ball.
Q2 11:40 - GOAL ROOS - Thomas with a low ball pin points Harding on the lead, he is 35 out on a barely there angle, he unloads & finishes it off!
Q2 10:10 - Greenwood is doing a good job on Judd thus far, he has kept him to just 5 possessions & he has had minimal impact on the match.
Q2 09:30 - BHEIND ROOS - Harvey finds Campbell 35 from goal, he unloads hoping to regain the lead but his kick is offline for a behind.
Q2 08:40 - Gibson sends the ball inside 50, the ball is in dispute & North will be looking to swoop on an opportunity... a free goes the way of Harvey.
Q2 07:10 - BEHIND ROOS - North are on the attack, however a shot on goal comes off the hands of Houlihan & is through for a behind.
Q2 06:00 - Carlton lead by 5 points & there has already been 6 lead changes in this match.
Q2 05:20 - GOAL BLUES - Fevola does the hard work & puts the ball to the top of the square O'hAilpin is there & gets a toe poke to the ball soccering it through for a GOAL!
Q2 04:30 - BEHIND ROOS - Swallow from outside 50, he unloads with a low kick, it does not have the distance & it comes off the pack for a rushed behind.
Q2 03:15 - Campbell tries to keep the ball alive inside their forward 50, but the Blues have the numbers & claim possession.
Q2 02:05 - The Blues move the ball in to attack but turn the ball over & North clear through Firrito.
Q2 01:10 - Thornton has reappeared from the change rooms with his shoulder heavily strapped, he is on the boundary trying to get some movement back in his arm.
Q2 00:01 - The umpire puts the ball in the air as the siren signals the start of the 2nd term.
Q1 30:59 - 1/4 time: scores are level on 3.4 (22) with both teams having their moments of dominance in the opening term, Carlton looked like they were gaining momentum but North steadied.
Q1 29:10 - BEHIND ROOS - Hansen unloads looking to put North in front, however the kick is through for a behind, scores level.
Q1 28:05 - North look threatening when they take some risks, their kicking is the only thing letting them down at the moment.
Q1 27:15 - GOAL ROOS - Jones puts it on his right & plants the ball on the chest of Harding, Harding's kick is on its way... & he makes no mistake of it, Roos trail by 1 point!
Q1 26:00 - North are struggling with their kicking, their efficiency is currently at 55%
Q1 25:20 - BEHIND BLUES - Russell has the ball, Fevola runs in to some space & takes the grab he has a shot but again his kick goes from left to right & it's offline.
Q1 24:40 - Simpson sends it to the top of the square, Hansen is there but can't take control & the Blues get out of trouble.
Q1 23:50 - BEHIND ROOS - an opportunity awaits Goldstein, he runs inside 50 & has a shot, his kick just falls short & it is touched.
Q1 22:40 - BEHIND BLUES - Robinson will look for Carlton's 4th, he has a shot but it's offline for a minor score.
Q1 20:10 - North are tackling well tonight, they need to get their hands on the ball a bit more, they have had 18 to Carlton's 6. They are applying the pressure just not forcing the turnover.
Q1 19:00 - The Blues will need to rearrange their backline, Thornton is having trouble with his AC joint & Bower has sustained an injury to his right knee.
Q1 18:20 - Carlton win the ball from the middle once again, they are dominating the centre clearances at the moment, it's 3-1.
Q1 17:50 - GOAL BLUES - Once again it's Carlton's runners who move the ball inside 50, Murphy has control has a snap & kicks Carlton's second in a minute!
Q1 16:45 - GOAL BLUES - Carlton run the ball quickly through the midfield, Betts with quick hands finds Stevens who has a shot on the run & GOALS!
Q1 15:55 - Thornton & Bower are down after clashing in a contest...
Q1 15:45 - Petrie sends the ball inside 50, however there's no one there for North & Judd runs it out.
Q1 14:10 - It's been a great start to the match with both teams starting strong, applying pressure & putting their bodies on the line.
Q1 13:30 - GOAL ROOS - Petrie wins a free kick after a holding the ball decision goes the way of the Roos, he unloads with a beautifully weighted kick & SPLITS THE MIDDLE, North by 6!
Q1 12:30 - McIntosh has started well for North, he has picked up 6 disposals & is running well.
Q1 11:45 - BEHIND ROOS - Petrie lines up, his kick off the boot goes from left to right & it's offline for a behind.
Q1 10:05 - BEHIND BLUES - Fevola will unload from inside 50, he is directly in front & should thread it through, his kick looks good but it slams in to the POST!
Q1 08:30 - Simpson will be looking to have an impact for the Kangas in his last match of his career.
Q1 07:40 - GOAL BLUES - Kreuzer wins a free 60 out & offloads to Gibbs who lines up 35 out, he goes back & has no problem threading it through, scores are level!
Q1 05:15 - GOAL ROOS - from the free the Roos move the ball inside 50, Thomas takes the grab unloads & SNEAKS IT HOME, Roos with the 1ST!
Q1 04:05 - Robinson has a shot on goal, his kick falls short however a free is awarded to Thompson after Fevola took him high.
Q1 02:40 - A couple of key match ups for the opening term- Thompson has the job on Fevola & Joseph will have to try keep up with Harvey.
Q1 01:25 - BEHIND ROOS - Jones takes a grab 35 out just inside the boundary, he has a shot but only registers a behind.
Q1 00:15 - BEHIND BLUES - Carlton waste no time as they move the ball forward, Stevens has control of the ball & he unloads with a floating kick but it's offline for a behind.
Q1 00:01 - The siren sounds, the umpire goes BANG & we're underway here with the Blues winning the clearance.
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Carlton does enough
By Jon Pierik at Etihad Stadium, Sportal
Enigmatic Carlton remains firmly in the finals hunt and ruined the fitting send-off North Melbourne had hoped for retiring veteran Adam Simpson with an ugly 10-point win at Etihad Stadium on Friday night.

While the emotional sentiment was with Simpson and the Kangaroos, the Blues were able to hold on in the final term as they posted their 10th win of the season to maintain seventh spot on the ladder.

The wasteful Kangaroos had only themselves to blame, failing to kick a goal and logging nine-straight points in the final term, several from regulation shots.

The Blues face a sterner challenge in Geelong next Friday and will need to win two of their final four home-and-away matches to feature in September for the first time since 2001.

While he didn't get the win he had craved, Simpson won't forget his 306th and final battle.

The dual premiership midfielder had to pass a fitness test on a calf he tore at training during the week and, while given the all-clear, he was clearly inconvenienced through the clash.

He was carried from the field and given a guard of honor by both teams when he left the field for the last time.

Carlton's season was desperately under threat at half-time when it trailed by 11 points but a six-goal-to-four third term proved critical in the Blues posting their first win over the Kangaroos since Round 16, 2004.

While they continue to frustrate fans, there were encouraging signs for the Blues.

Midfielder Nick Stevens (25 possessions) appears leaner and tougher after his month-long spell in the VFL, while Andrew Walker emerged unscathed in his return from major shoulder surgery.

Aided by pain-killing injections after hurting his shoulder in the first term, defender Bret Thornton showed tremendous courage to return to the field.

He emerged as an unlikely hero up forward, kicking two goals, including the sealer. Amazingly, the 144-game backman doubled his career goal tally in one night.

The gutsy Roos did their best for Simpson, none more so than young tagger Levi Greenwood who held Chris Judd to just seven disposals to half-time and 21 for the match.

While Judd was relatively quiet, fellow midfielder Marc Murphy kicked a career-high four goals.

The contest was tight and tough in the opening term with both sides struggling to find space.

The Blues feared the worst when key defenders Paul Bower (knee) and Thornton left the field after a heavy collision in a marking contest.

The Kangaroos attempted to prosper from this by sending their key marking targets to full-forward but it was the Blues who responded with goals by Stevens and Murphy.

The Kangaroos lifted their intensity - they won the tackle count 24-9 for the quarter - and pulled a goal back thanks to Leigh Harding to leave the scores deadlocked at the first change.

While Bower returned to the field in the second term, the Blues were still lethargic.

The Kangaroos drilled three straight goals to take a 17-point lead but were dealt a blow when Harding (hamstring), having kicked two goals, limped from the field.

Thornton returned late in the term, corresponding in a lift from the Blues.

An error by Lachlan Hansen allowed Stevens to convert a long goal and when Brendan Fevola, off one step, dribbled one through, the Blues were back in the contest.

Where space was as tight as a telephone box in the first half, the contest opened after the break.

The Blues dominated the centre clearances and inside 50 count, with Murphy and Stevens providing drive.

Fevola was the beneficiary, drilling two of his three goals after being preoccupied with scragging opponent Scott Thompson.

CARLTON 3.4, 6.4, 12.7, 14.10 (94)
NORTH MELBOURNE3.4, 7.9, 11.9, 11.18 (84)

GOALS: Carlton: Murphy 4, Fevola 3, Thornton 2, Stevens 2, Gibbs 2, O’hAilpin.
North Melbourne:BEST: Carlton: Gibbs, Armfield, Murphy, Stevens.
North Melbourne: Greenwood, McIntosh, Harvey, Thompson, Rawlings, Thomas.
INJURIES: Carlton: Thornton (shoulder).
North Melbourne: Harding (hamstring).
REPORTS: Nil.
CHANGES: Carlton: Jamison (groin) replaced by Hadley.
UMPIRES: McBurney, Rosebury, Ryan.
CROWD: 38,554 at Etihad Stadium.
192
Kicks
198
98
Marks
106
166
Handballs
124
71
Tackles
53
23
Frees
18
33
Hit Outs
40
3.4
Q1
3.4
7.9
Q2
6.4
11.9
Q3
12.7
11.18
Q4
14.10