The Magpies and the Kangaroos go head‑to‑head at the MCG on Saturday at 7.40pm.
Five players are missing from Collingwood’s lineup.
One player is still recovering after a car crash left him unconscious in training.
North Melbourne’s VFL side overcame North’s youngsters in their recent encounter by 43 points.
That win has given the seniors added belief.
Both clubs want a positive kickoff to the second half of the campaign.