LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
Wests Tigers Head Coach Benji Marshall has announced the team lineup for the upcoming NRL Round 7 match against the Eels on Easter Monday.
The squad includes Brent Naden, who is set to make his return after recovering from a knee injury in NSW Cup.
Unfortunately, Jeral Skelton will miss the game due to a hamstring injury, giving 18-year-old Luke Laulilii the opportunity to play his second NRL game of the season on the wing.
The team list also includes several changes in the forward pack, with Alex Seyfarth and Tom Amone earning spots on the bench.
Moses Mbye and James Roberts have been named on the extended bench and are in line to make their return from injuries.
Marshall expressed his confidence in the squad, stating that they are prepared for the challenge against the Eels.
He believes that the players who have been given an opportunity will step up and contribute to the team's performance.
"We're really looking forward to the challenge of playing against the Eels.
They're a quality side so we need to be at the best on Monday afternoon.
I have no doubt that the players coming in will do a great job for us," said Marshall.
The team is coming off a strong performance in their previous match, and Marshall is hopeful that they can carry that momentum into the game against the Eels.
He emphasized the importance of consistency and execution to achieve a positive result.
"the focus this week has been on building on the positives from the last game and making sure we execute the game plan effectively.
We know what we need to do to get the win and the boys are ready to work hard for it," Marshall added.
Overall, Marshall is confident in the squad's ability to compete against the Eels and is looking forward to seeing how the team performs in the upcoming match.
With Naden's return and young talents like Laulilii stepping up, the team is determined to put on a strong showing on Easter Monday at CommBank Stadium.