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Panthers Hide Training Amid Cleary Injury Concerns

LeagueNews.co10:06, September 25, 202616:55, September 25, 2026

Dylan Edwards is expected to handle Penrith's conversions against Newcastle after Nathan Cleary's foot injury restricted his kicking. Edwards has kicked only once this season, while Cleary has converted at...

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Penrith's Cleary World Cup Status Uncertain

Robbie Hamilton21:32, September 24, 202616:40, September 25, 2026

Sam Walker's expected return for the Roosters, only four weeks after syndesmosis surgery, has revived his prospects of representing Australia. Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters said Walker is "right back in...

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Newcastle Groundsman Targets Penrith

Robbie Hamilton17:08, September 23, 202615:50, September 25, 2026

Newcastle's Francis Manuleleua has made an extraordinary rise from Penrith groundsman to a key figure in the Knights' finals campaign. The 22-year-old Auckland-born forward will confront his former club in...

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Penrith Skipper Eyes World Cup Despite Injury

LeagueNews.co15:24, September 23, 202615:25, September 25, 2026

Isaah Yeo has returned for Penrith after a serious pectoral injury, keeping alive his hopes of captaining Australia at the Rugby League World Cup in October. The Panthers co-captain was...

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Penrith Face Newcastle's Fairytale Bid

LeagueNews.co12:16, September 23, 202615:14, September 25, 2026

Penrith and Newcastle will meet in the finals for the first time, despite contesting 60 matches since the Knights joined the competition in 1988. The Panthers are chasing a sixth...

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Newcastle's Ex-Groundsman Targets Penrith

Robbie Hamilton11:56, September 23, 202614:59, September 25, 2026

Newcastle's Francis Manuleleua has played only 13 NRL matches, yet Sunday's preliminary final against Penrith presents his biggest challenge. The 22-year-old Auckland-born forward will confront Liam Martin and aim to...

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Penrith Members Offered Must-Win Final Bus

LeagueNews.co19:28, September 22, 202614:29, September 25, 2026

Panthers members have until Thursday 24 September to purchase tickets for the CDC Charter Panther Bus. The service is exclusive to Panthers members travelling to Accor Stadium for Sunday 27...

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Penrith's Cleary Faces Friday Fitness Test

Robbie Hamilton18:30, September 22, 202614:29, September 25, 2026

Penrith centre Paul Alamoti has been ruled out of Sunday's preliminary final against Newcastle because of a hamstring injury. Blaize Talagi will again replace him on the wing, while Nathan...

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Penrith Name Squad for Knights Clash

LeagueNews.co16:04, September 22, 202614:11, September 25, 2026

Penrith will meet the Newcastle Knights at Accor Stadium on Sunday for a preliminary final, with Ivan Cleary selecting his 22-man Panthers squad. The first 13 are Dylan Edwards, Tom...

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Wests Tigers Duo Nearly Joined Panthers

LeagueNews.co13:22, September 22, 202613:56, September 25, 2026

Adam Blair's signing left Wests Tigers above the salary cap for 2012, forcing five off-contract players to consider leaving the club. Beau Ryan recalled that group on Triple M Radio...

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Penrith's Jenkins Builds Kangaroos Case

LeagueNews.co12:32, September 22, 202613:56, September 25, 2026

Thomas Jenkins has scored 30 tries in 24 matches for Penrith in 2026, matching South Sydney's Alex Johnston at the top of the NRL tally. The winger began with 12...

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Penrith Prop's Post-Final Parkinson's Challenge

Robbie Hamilton18:06, September 21, 202618:25, September 21, 2026

Penrith prop Liam Henry will attempt 10 laps of a 6.5-kilometre route across the Nepean River on October 10. The challenge, roughly one-and-a-half marathons, will raise money and awareness for...

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Penrith's Cleary Role Unclear After Injury

LeagueNews.co12:00, September 21, 202612:10, September 21, 2026

Newcastle will meet Penrith at Homebush after only seven days' recovery, having eliminated the Warriors in Auckland despite several injuries and suspensions. Nathan Cleary is expected to be selected for...

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Panthers, Roosters Sweat on Halfback Fitness

Robbie Hamilton11:14, September 21, 202611:15, September 21, 2026

A place in the 2026 NRL Grand Final could hinge on the fitness of State of Origin halfbacks Sam Walker and Nathan Cleary. Both are expected to play in next...

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Newcastle's Revival Reaches Panthers Showdown

Robbie Hamilton19:12, September 20, 202619:35, September 20, 2026

Justin Holbrook's Newcastle revival has reached a preliminary final after the Knights defeated the Warriors 12-10 at Auckland's Eden Park on Sunday. Newcastle will meet Penrith at Accor Stadium next...

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Jett Cleary's Penrith Halves Challenge

Robbie Hamilton11:42, September 20, 202612:14, September 20, 2026

Penrith's No. 6 jersey will be contested when Jett Cleary joins the club for pre-season training. The youngest Cleary is widely expected to leave the New Zealand Warriors after securing...

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Penrith's Cleary Faces Finals Targeting

LeagueNews.co9:44, September 19, 20269:55, September 19, 2026

Nathan Cleary is carrying a stress-related foot injury into Penrith's finals campaign, with the problem affecting his kicking against the Sydney Roosters. The Panthers expect their playmaker to appear in...

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Penrith Name Squad for Roosters Clash

LeagueNews.co15:00, September 18, 202615:15, September 18, 2026

Nathan Cleary and Isaah Yeo have been named co-captains of Penrith's squad for Sunday's finals meeting with the Sydney Roosters at CommBank Stadium. Ivan Cleary's starting side features Dylan Edwards,...

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Penrith's Cleary Charged After Qualifying Final

LeagueNews.co14:30, September 18, 202614:45, September 18, 2026

Nathan Cleary remains eligible for Penrith's Preliminary Final despite facing an NRL disciplinary charge. The Panthers halfback was cited by the NRL Match Review Committee after the Qualifying Final against...

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Blaize Talagi's Penrith Future In Doubt

LeagueNews.co15:46, September 17, 202616:00, September 17, 2026

Penrith's salary-cap pressure could contribute to Blaize Talagi leaving the club after the 2026 season, although no rival offer is confirmed. Talagi remains contracted through next year, but journalist Michael...

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Penrith's Finals Record Tested by Cleary Injury

Robbie Hamilton13:52, September 17, 202613:55, September 17, 2026

Nathan Cleary's stress-related right-foot injury has become central to Penrith's premiership hopes, but the Panthers expect their halfback to play next Sunday's preliminary final. He will undertake light duties and...

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Penrith's Finals Record Faces Cleary Test

Robbie Hamilton12:54, September 17, 202612:55, September 17, 2026

Isaah Yeo delayed surgery on a ruptured pec before returning for Penrith's final-round match. "It's just been a bit of see how it travels. So far it has given me...

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Penrith Prelim Timing Raises Fairness Questions

Robbie Hamilton11:34, September 17, 202611:45, September 17, 2026

The NRL's preliminary-final schedule gives Friday's winner nine days before Sunday October 4, two more than Sunday's winner. Announced Thursday, the games are Friday September 25 at 7.50pm and Sunday...

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Dolphins, Panthers Face Uneven Finals Schedule

Robbie Hamilton10:30, September 17, 202610:40, September 17, 2026

The NRL's 2026 preliminary finals will be played on Friday, September 25, and Sunday, September 27. The Dolphins will face either the Sydney Roosters or Cronulla Sharks at Brisbane's Suncorp...