South Adelaide showcased their dominance over North Adelaide at Revo Fitness Oval on 9 May 2026. The match, part of the South Australia National Football League (SANFL) season, saw South Adelaide take control early and maintain their lead throughout, ultimately finishing with a 32-point margin.
Final Scores
North Adelaide | 0.4 (4) | 2.6 (18) | 3.7 (25) | 5.10 (40)
South Adelaide | 4.2 (26) | 6.7 (43) | 8.11 (59) | 10.12 (72)
MATCH SUMMARY
In the first quarter, South Adelaide made a strong statement, scoring 4 goals and 2 behinds to establish a commanding lead of 22 points by the end of the term. North Adelaide struggled to find their rhythm, managing only 4 behinds. The South Adelaide forwards, led by Fergus Vogt, were efficient in front of goal, while North Adelaide's defence was unable to contain the onslaught.
The second quarter saw North Adelaide improve slightly, scoring 2 goals and 2 behinds, bringing their total to 18 points. However, South Adelaide continued to apply pressure, adding 2 goals and 5 behinds to extend their lead to 25 points by half-time. The South Adelaide midfielders dominated the contested ball, ensuring their forwards had ample opportunities to score.
In the third quarter, South Adelaide maintained their momentum, scoring 2 goals and 4 behinds, while North Adelaide added just 1 goal and 1 behind. This left South Adelaide with a comfortable 34-point lead at three-quarter time. The North Adelaide players fought hard, but South Adelaide's defensive structure proved too solid, limiting their scoring chances.
The final quarter saw North Adelaide push for a comeback, scoring 2 goals and 3 behinds. However, South Adelaide responded with 2 goals and 1 behind, sealing the match with a final score of 72 to 40. Despite North Adelaide's efforts, they were unable to bridge the gap, and South Adelaide's early dominance proved decisive.
FINAL WRAP-UP
South Adelaide's performance was characterised by their strong start and consistent scoring throughout the match. Their ability to convert opportunities into goals was a key factor in their victory. North Adelaide, while showing resilience, struggled to keep pace with their opponents and will need to regroup ahead of their next encounter.
BEST PLAYERS
North Adelaide: Kade Clark, Demario Miller, Noah Reschke, Cohen Haines, Daniel Schulz
South Adelaide: Fergus Vogt, Cody Hastwell, Darcy Campbell-Kearney, Bailey James, Tommy Aldridge
GOAL SCORERS
North Adelaide: Demario Miller (3), Cody Hawkins (1), Samuel Van Der Walt (1)
South Adelaide: Fergus Vogt (4), Kobi Shreeve (2), Darcy Campbell-Kearney (1), Declan Stone (1), Jett Berresheim (1), Jack Green (1)
PLAYED AT
Revo Fitness Oval
By Ellie Kelly