North Melbourne forward Majak Daw knocked out on debut - Herald Sun

Kangaroos medicos call for help after Majak Daw concussed in an accidental head clash. Picture: George Salpigtidis Source: Herald Sun

Daw celebrates his first goal in league footy. Picture: George Salpigtidis

NORTH Melbourne has been dealt a blow with Majak Daw substituted out of the match with concussion.

The Sudanese-born forward was knocked out late in the first quarter in an accidental head clash with teammate Ben Cunnington.

Daw, 22, was spun around, in Lion Daniel Merrett’s tackle at half back, his head cannoning into the oncoming Cunnington.

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The first gamer who booted a goal with his first kick in league footy was visibly shaken as he was being helped from the field.

Daw exploded on the AFL stage taking a strong contested mark over two Lions defenders within 30 seconds of the ball being bounced in the first quarter.

Daw was supported at the game by 68 family and friends.