Essendon vs North Melbourne Prediction and Tips - AFL Round 3, 2026
Last updated: Mar 28, 2026, 8:35AM | Published: Mar 23, 2026, 1:05AM
Essendon will take on the favoured North Melbourne in AFL Round 3 action at Marvel Stadium on Saturday, beginning at 7:35pm AEDT.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Essendon vs North Melbourne game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Saturday's Essendon vs North Melbourne AFL match 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Kangaroos a 67% chance of beating the Bombers at Marvel Stadium.
Essendon vs North Melbourne: Odds
The latest Bet365 betting odds for Saturday's AFL clash at Marvel Stadium are shown here:
- Head to Head: Essendon $2.90, North Melbourne $1.42
- Line: Essendon +15.5 ($1.91), North Melbourne -15.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 188.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has Essendon at $2.90 and North Melbourne at $1.42.
The Bombers are listed as 15.5-point underdogs against the Kangaroos, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Kangaroos (-15.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 188.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Bombers (+15.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 188.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Essendon vs North Melbourne: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Essendon at $2.90 with Bet365
- Line: Essendon +15.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 188.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Essendon vs North Melbourne predictions are based on complex simulations and betting experience to give you the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Kangaroos have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Bombers to win is our preferred option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is pivotal to being a profitable bettor in the long run.
Essendon vs North Melbourne: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Essendon vs North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium on Saturday is North Melbourne winning 100-86.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Essendon vs North Melbourne match on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and the best betting tips.
18+. Odds correct at time of publishing and subject to change.Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before the Essendon vs North Melbourne match.
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Essendon vs North Melbourne: Essential Details
The AFL Round 3 clash between the Bombers and Kangaroos at Marvel Stadium is scheduled to begin at 7:35pm AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: Essendon vs North Melbourne
- Date: Saturday 28 March 2026
- Time: 7:35pm AEDT
- Venue: Marvel Stadium
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Essendon vs North Melbourne predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the match, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our AFL tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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