RoostersParramatta had their moments but the Roosters handed the Eels a reminder of what it takes to contend for the premiership with a 32-18 win at ANZ Stadium.
EelsParramatta might have gone down against the Roosters but they have plenty of reasons to stay hopeful for 2019, not the least of which is rookie winger Maika Sivo.
EelsBlake Ferguson stands out on the right wing, waiting for the ball to come his way. “C’mon Fergy Ferg, you can do this,” he tells himself. Welcome to life with the new Parramatta winger.
EelsParramatta have to get cracking and put a respectable offer to their inspirational skipper before his management throws open the door to rival NRL clubs.
EelsIn Blake Ferguson, Parramatta finally have a player who has sparked the Eels to life. And with a shot of confidence exciting and unexpected things can happen, writes MATTY JOHNS.
NRLBlake Ferguson is about to face his biggest test, and I’m not just talking about Friday night when he comes up against his former club in an early-season blockbuster.
ExclusiveEelsParramatta will unveil an unparalleled game-day experience when their new stadium opens next month, with fans to be treated to entertainment in line with that of the best in the USA.
SuperCoachA host of injuries and poor performances have led to a mass cleanout of several NRL sides. Canterbury, North Queensland and the Roosters will run out new-look sides to last weekend.
EelsHe weighs 109kg and stands 194cm. And Eels centre Brad Takairangi is going to need every bit of muscle and power to stop the unstoppable — Sydney Roosters superstar Latrell Mitchell.
EelsWhen Steve Dresler came to Sydney he moved in with Reed Mahoney and Dylan Brown. But while the Eels young guns have kicked off their NRL careers, his was over before it began.