Canberra Raiders NRL News

Canberra Weekly

Ricky Stuart is encouraging Canberra to embrace the nerves and pressure of a crunch clash with Cronulla that could decide whether the Raiders sneak into the NRL finals.

If North Queensland defeat Penrith on Saturday night, the Raiders must upset the Sharks in their final regular-season game to overcome their inferior points differential and clinch a top-eight berth.

If the Panthers beat the Cowboys, the Raiders will qualify for the finals regardless of their own result on Sunday.

Either way, the Raiders will earn hosting rights for a home elimination final next weekend if they can beat the Sharks.

The boom-or-bust scenario feels an apt...

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LeagueNews.co

In a strategic move, the Green Machine have made the tough decision to trim down their NRL squad to just 19 players before their highly anticipated clash against the Sharks at PointsBet Stadium.

The team's official website, raiders.com.au, has been quick to report the NRL Squad Update, titled "Raiders v Sharks".

Unfortunately, due to a suspension, the talented Corey Horsburgh will not be able to contribute on the field, resulting in Pasami Saulo taking his place as the starting lock in the 17-player lineup.

In the meantime, Albert Hopoate and Trey Mooney have managed to secure their spots in the extended squad, showcasing their resilience and determination to make a lasting impression.

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Canberra Weekly

Newcastle halfback Jesse Southwell has inspired a 20-12 come-from-behind defeat of Canberra that all but confirms the Knights will play NRLW finals for a second consecutive year.

Compounding the Raiders' home loss, inspirational co-captain Simaima Taufa appeared to injure her right shoulder attempting a tackle in the second half at GIO Stadium on Saturday.

She managed to play through the pain despite reeling out of the contact in significant pain, clutching the same shoulder she hurt during the grand final of the NSWRL Women's Premiership in May.

Canberra cannot afford to lose middle forward Taufa as they fight to overcome an...

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