LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
In a historic USA season opener at Allegiant Stadium, the Brisbane Broncos unfortunately fell short against the Roosters, with a final score of 20-10.
broncos.com.au is reporting on this tough defeat with the headline "Broncos Fall Short In Las Vegas." Despite the loss, Payne Haas displayed leadership all night for the Broncos, while wingers Jesse Arthars and Deine Mariner impressively gained ground with their return runs.
One shining star of the match was fullback Reece Walsh, who showcased his electric play with a remarkable try and a stunning try assist before a lively Las Vegas crowd of 40,746.
The Broncos faced a challenging beginning as Brendan Piakura suffered a head knock and had to be taken off the field in the third minute, resulting in a reshuffling of positions.
Despite these setbacks, the Roosters capitalized on an intercept by Joseph Manu, who scored under the posts, giving them an early 6-0 lead.
With a Sam Walker penalty in the 15th minute, the Chooks extended their lead to eight points.
Although plagued by repeated errors, the Broncos showcased their resilience by constantly repelling the Roosters' relentless attacks through solid defensive efforts.