Kangaroos hardman Glenn Archer has passed a fitness test on his injured groin and will play in today's AFL clash with Carlton at the MCG.

Coach Dean Laidley says Archer, who also has a hand problem which may force him to wear a guard for the remainder of the season, is fit to play.

The `Roos have got off to a flying start in 2004, winning their opening two matches.

Sydney will be without star forward Michael O'Loughlin for tonight's clash with Geelong at the SCG.

O'loughlin missed training yesterday with a hamstring strain and has been replaced by Amon Buchanan.

Tonight's other match pits Essendon against West Coast at Telstra Dome.

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