‘He’s a legend’: Superstar’s long road to major milestone
Few of the Sydney Roosters big signings in recent years have had as big an impact as James Tedesco who will bring up a major milestone against Manly.
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Stunning finals return confirmed for Roosters gun
The Roosters have received a massive boost for Saturday’s semi-final with a key enforcer cleared to return from injury.
Watch: Sydney Roosters rap group to drop 20-track album
Three-quarters of the Sydney Roosters rap crew will be departing the club at the end of the season but that hasn’t stopped them banding together to produce a 20-track album set to drop soon. Watch the stars in the studio.
Door open for Manu’s Roosters return after shock rugby call
For the first time, Joey Manu has admitted he would “love” to return to the Roosters following a shock concession that his All Blacks dream is slipping away due to his disinterest in playing Super Rugby.
‘Stuff I enjoy’: NRL’s YouTube star
Fans have enjoyed watching Joseph Manu’s content on his YouTube channel, but they want to see a few more attacking highlights for the Roosters before he leaves.
Why Roosters face easy call in the halves
Sandon Smith is the first to admit he didn’t have his best game last week, but his teammates have backed him to respond against Manly.
‘Sick and tired’: Tedesco bristles at premiership question
Captain James Tedesco has slammed the narrative that the Sydney Roosters’ premiership window is about to close on the back of a player exodus.
Tedesco’s warning to JWH ahead of return
The Roosters were well beaten in the middle by Penrith, but the return of Jared Waerea-Hargreaves should fix that as long as he doesn’t lose his cool.
Locker Room: The big-game void the Roosters are missing
The Roosters have never fully recovered from the loss of champions Mitchell Aubusson, Boyd Cordner, Cooper Cronk and Jake Friend – and it’s only going to get worse for the club, writes DAVID RICCIO.
Selection headaches loom as week two NRL finals locked in
Manly has kept its season alive after a thrilling win over Canterbury, but it doesn’t get any easier from here. Check out the week two NRL finals schedule!
Rugby nabs top rugby league young guns for U18 Australian squad
A boom rugby league rookie and a powerhouse teenager with one of the most famous surnames in NRL could be playing footy side-by-side for Australia next month – in rugby.
Stat Cleary will be most proud of as Panthers star makes statement
Nathan Cleary sounded a warning to the rest of the NRL with a dominant performance against the Roosters — and there was one aspect of his game that was most pleasing for the Panthers star.
Player ratings: The Roosters star who went missing again
There were few good performers for the Roosters on Friday night, but it was the poor form of one superstar that really caught the eye. Check out our player ratings and have your say.
NRL world unloads on ‘disgraceful’ drama
The NRL world has been left in utter disbelief over a brutal call that all but decided Friday night’s qualifying final.
Historic ‘rugby league perfection’ stuns NRL
The Penrith Panthers are two wins from a near unfathomable fourth straight premiership after reaching near perfection against the Roosters.
Download your free NRL 2024 ‘Heroes’ poster
To celebrate the run to the 2024 NRL grand final we have created a series of souvenir finals posters. Click here to download your “heroes” poster.
Watch: Leniu ‘going to war’ with former Penrith teammates
Spencer Leniu won three premierships at Penrith but that hasn’t stopped the Roosters firebrand declaring war on his old allies. WATCH Leniu open up about facing his former club for the first time.
The Panther who can get under Leniu’s skin
Spencer Leniu spent years learning from James Fisher-Harris and Moses Leota. Now he must use those lessons against the Panthers legends.
NRL finals: Why Teddy thinks new-look spine can crack the Panthers
The NRL finals are locked and loaded for 2024. DEAN RITCHIE runs the rule over every week 1 match-up and watch the exclusive chat with Roosters skipper James Tedesco.
Tedesco’s bold call ahead of the finals
They’ve been struck down by all the bad luck in the world with injuries, but a bullish James Tedesco has backed the Roosters’ depth.
Rugby convert faces toughest NRL test
Mark Nawaqanitawase already has Roosters fans excited for what’s to come next year. But there’s still one very important person he needs to win over after making the move to the NRL.
‘Talent’: Roosters buzzing for ex-Wallaby’s NRL debut
He was in Paris only a few weeks ago playing rugby sevens at the Olympics, but Mark Nawaqanitawase is about to make his NRL debut.
Physical edge that proves ex-Wallaby is ready for NRL
Renowned for his speed and jumping ability, Mark Nawaqanitawase has also achieved an incredible physical feat that rivals most NRL props, proving he’s ready for the 13-a-side game ahead of his Roosters debut.
Market watch: Storm hail Stefano signing, close in on Paps
Storm recruitment guru Paul Bunn has declared Stefano Utoikamanu will thrive in Melbourne, while also revealing the club is in talks to extend Ryan Papenhuyzen. See the latest transfer news.
Footage shows coach’s row with NRL star
Fierce debate has erupted as fresh footage emerged of Elliott Whitehead and Trent Robinson’s post-game confrontation.
Roosters veteran closes in on new deal
The Roosters are going to lose a stack of talent in 2025, but fans can rejoice with one of their greatest servants on the verge of signing a new deal.
Roosters star facing massive ban after send off
The Roosters’ win over the Bulldogs has come at a cost, with Junior Pauga facing a big stint on the sidelines after being sent off for a reckless high shot.
‘Hard to watch’: Johns rages over ‘awful’ act
Rugby league Immortal Andrew Johns has taken aim at the NRL, hitting back over one of the ugliest tackles of the season.
Female pitch invader’s wild double blunder
A top four NRL shootout has had it all after a pitch invader bizarrely stopped a match twice in a costly night for one woman.
Brandon Smith comes clean on NRL rumour
Under-fire Roosters star Brandon Smith has opened up on his shock axing as the rumour mill grinds into overdrive about his NRL future.
Dumped Rooster, luckless star in NRL returns
Some huge names are returning to the NRL field, with a luckless Storm superstar and a dumped Rooster picked for round 16.
Keary to reject rival offer, shuts down retirement backflip rumour
Luke Keary looks set to reject an offer from a side looking to tempt the Sydney Roosters star to backflip on his retirement.
Buzz: Coach killers threatening Roosters’ premiership hopes
A lack of discipline or victims of reputation? An analysis of the disciplinary records of all 17 NRL clubs after 14 rounds reveals the Sydney Roosters are the most ill-disciplined side in the competition.
Blues must pick perfect problem solver
If Michael Maguire wants to avoid a repeat of game one then he must pick rugby league’s most versatile star.
More questions for Madge as Roosters, Eels sweat on charge sheet
NSW coach Michael Maguire was hoping to lock in some key positions tonight but instead has more questions, while two players could be facing a stint on the sidelines after being sent to the sin bin.
‘Hard truths’: Axed star’s ‘confronting’ feedback
With his future at the Roosters under a cloud after Brandon Smith missed a team meeting, his coach has detailed just how they brought him back into line.
Roosters make brutal Brandon Smith call
Brandon Smith has paid the price for his team breach, while a star Tiger has been moved and Origin hopefuls are back in round 15.
NRL star breaks silence after breach notice
Roosters star Brandon Smith has opened up after he was issued a breach notice which raised questions about his future at the club.
Roosters star, manager at odds over ‘missed meeting’ story
There is confusion over differing versions of events surrounding Brandon Smith’s breach notice, with the Roosters star and his manager offering conflicting scenarios.
‘I was going to get sacked’: Smith’s breach notice fear
Brandon Smith says he went to a dark place as he dealt with the fallout from his breach notice, and revealed his awkward run-in with coach Trent Robinson.
Breach leaves $850k Rooster’s future in doubt
Roosters hooker Brandon Smith has reportedly been issued a breach notice which has raised questions about his future at the club.
‘Weren’t happy’: Roosters filthy over Tedesco
Roosters powerbrokers were reportedly “not happy” as details about James Tedesco’s State of Origin drama emerge.
Failed Fifita play won’t impact NSW star’s next move
Angus Crichton is in no rush to sign his next contract, with the Blues star holding no grudges towards the Roosters for trying to sign David Fifita.
Buzz’s Top 8 Race: Five teams fighting for one finals spot
As we approach the halfway point of the NRL season, five clubs can begin planning their Mad Mondays. PHIL ROTHFIELD reveals the finals certainties, the likely contenders, the maybes and the teams already on the finals scrapheap.
NSW fullback battle heats up after Roosters attacking masterclass
In his last game before Michael Maguire picks his NSW Blues side, James Tedesco made a statement, playing a starring role as the Roosters cruised to victory in Canberra.
Entire city in disbelief over NRL controversy
The nation’s capital was left fuming over a controversial call early in the Raiders’ loss to the Roosters which left the rest of the league divided.
NRL’s ‘abhorrent’ drug testing move slammed
The NRL has been slammed after a move that the RLPA has labelled an “abhorrent abuse of power” amid the code’s latest social media storm.
Roosters skipper responds to ‘grossly distorted’ claims
The Roosters have responded swiftly to a video on social media, with the club threatening legal action over false claims.
Roosters fire warning amid wild video fallout
The Roosters have sent a warning to social media users over a circulating video and “grossly distorted” claims made about a star player.
Hynes making irresistible case for NSW call from Maguire
NSW coach Michael Maguire will sit down to select his side for the opening State of Origin game in just over a week and there isn’t much more Nicho Hynes can do to secure his name in halves.
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