Canberra Raiders News

Whitehead shining in lime green, critical to Raiders' future success with two tries and assist.

The Canberra Times

It's one of his best games in lime green, but more importantly Elliott Whitehead's return has been labelled a crucial cog in the development of the Canberra Raiders' generation next.

Whitehead scored two tries and set up another as he turned back the clock to lead the Raiders to a 26-24 victory over Manly at Brookvale on Friday night.

It's the fourth time in his NRL career the 34-year-old has scored two tries in a game and the first time he's done it since 2018.

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Raiders' Whitehead's flick pass leads to thrilling comeback, inspiring victory against Sea Eagles.

LeagueNews.co

The Raiders skipper, Elliott Whitehead, pulled off a 'miraculous' flick pass that sparked a thrilling comeback reminiscent of Rugby League's greatest moments.

After being demolished by the Sharks in their previous match, Canberra faced a daunting 20-0 deficit against the Sea Eagles.

But in true Aussie fashion, they dug deep and clawed their way back to a sensational 26-24 victory.

Coach Ricky Stuart, who could have easily been tempted to hit the road after such a rough start, stuck it out and witnessed his team's heroic turnaround.

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Canberra Raiders overcome 20-0 deficit, secure 26-24 win after tough week, coach relieved.

News.com.au

The Canberra Raiders have pulled off one of the club's great victories, bouncing back from a 20-0 deficit after 28 minutes to pull off a famous 26-24 win.

Having handed the Sea Eagles the hefty start just five days after being annihilated 40-0 by Cronulla, Canberra coach Ricky Stuart could have been forgiven for wanting to jump in the car and head back down the Federal Highway.

But at full-time, the relief was clear from Stuart in the coach's box as he hugged his assistants in the box.

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