Canberra Raiders NRL News

Verrills acknowledges ref error but Titans focus on upcoming match against Manly without dwelling.

LeagueNews.co

Titans hooker Sam Verrills has acknowledged that the ref error in Sunday's match against the Raiders, where Chevy Stewart wasn't penalized for being offside, was a frustrating moment.

However, the team isn't dwelling on it as they gear up for their upcoming showdown with Manly.

Despite the NRL head of football confirming the error on Monday, Verrills, with 64 games under his belt, knows that relying on crucial refereeing decisions to secure a win is not a winning strategy.

The Gold Coast squad is focused on their preparation for the match against Manly, ready to put the disappointment of the past behind them and tackle the upcoming challenge head-on.

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Maguire praises Raiders youngsters, anticipates bright future for NSW team against Queensland.

The Canberra Times

NSW Blues coach Michael Maguire has flagged a pair of Raiders young guns as potential State of Origin stars in a positive sign the future is very bright in Canberra.

Ethan Strange and Chevy Stewart are on Maguire's radar as the duo have impressed since securing their NRL debuts, and the good news is set to continue with the Raiders tipped to finalise a new deal for Strange on Wednesday.

Former Raiders assistant Maguire spoke at the State of Origin launch in Melbourne on Tuesday as the Blues begin early preparations for game one on June 5, aiming to claw the shield off Queensland and deny the Maroons a third-straight series victory.

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Canberra Raiders face Brisbane Broncos at Suncorp Stadium, Zac Hosking injured, Ata Mariota replaces.

LeagueNews.co

The Green Machine, aka the Canberra Raiders, have locked in their squad to face the Brisbane Broncos at the legendary Suncorp Stadium this Saturday night.

Unfortunately, Zac Hosking's shoulder injury has put him on the sidelines for the next 6-8 weeks, with a decision pending on possible surgery after meeting with specialists.

In his place, Ata Mariota will step up to start in the second row, joined by Simi Sasagi who impressed in his debut against the Eels.

The line-up for this crucial clash remains the same as their victorious game against the Titans in round six, with Sebastian Kris and Xavier Savage providing the attacking spark in the backline.

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