LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The upcoming match between the Panthers and the Knights features a heavily depleted Panthers team due to representative duties, hosting a Knights side desperate to end a losing streak.
Recently, Newcastle has struggled, winning only one out of their last seven games.
They travel to Penrith without their skipper and fullback Kalyn Ponga, looking to turn their fortunes around against a Panthers team that recently drew 30-30 with the Cowboys.
Despite missing key players such as Nathan Cleary, Dylan Edwards, Isaah Yeo, Brian To'o, and Liam Martin, the Panthers have shown resilience in previous seasons during the representative period.
They come into the match after a bye and a recent draw, having won two out of their last three matches.
Coach Ivan Cleary remains optimistic that his team can secure a victory against a Knights side struggling in confidence.