Matthew Richardson previews Saturday night's Round 7 clash against North Melbourne at Metricon Stadium.

1. Goldie on the Goldie

North Melbourne Ruckman, Todd Goldstein, is averaging All Australian numbers with 34 hitouts a game, 10 of those to advantage. Following a strong outing against Sydney, Ivan Soldo will look to curb Goldstein’s influence on the game.

2. Scoring problems

Both teams will look to solve issues heading inside 50, with Richmond kicking 4.10 and North Melbourne only managing 3 marks inside 50 in their Round 6 encounters. Shortened quarters means you must make every opportunity count.

3. No Cunnington

North Melbourne will run out on Saturday night without their premier ball winner after he reaggravated a back injury. Ben Cunnington is one of the best contested ball players in the competition, averaging 12 contested possessions a game over his career.