LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
The Sydney Roosters have announced their lineup for the upcoming clash against the Penrith Panthers at Allianz Stadium.
Mark Nawaqanitawase is back in the lineup, replacing the suspended Billy Smith.
Victor Radley has also moved back into the starting side, with Foketi returning to the interchange bench.
The rest of the squad remains unchanged for this important match.
According to roosters.com.au, the Round 7 line up for the Roosters is as follows:
- Fullback: James Tedesco
- Winger: Daniel Tupou
- Centre: Josh Morris
- Centre: Joey Manu
- Winger: Brett Morris
- Five-Eighth: Luke Keary
- Halfback: Lachlan Lam
- Prop: Siosiua Taukeiaho
- Hooker: Jake Friend
- Prop: Jared Waerea-Hargreaves
- Second Row: Boyd Cordner
- Second Row: Angus Crichton
- Lock: Victor Radley
Interchange:
- 14.
Sam Verrills
- 15.
Isaac Liu
- 16.
Nat Butcher
- 17.
Lindsay Collins
- Reserves: 18.
Matt Ikuvalu, 19.
Poasa Faamausili, 20.
Egan Butcher, 21.
Mark Nawaqanitawase
The return of Nawaqanitawase and Radley to the starting lineup will provide the Roosters with a much-needed boost as they look to secure a victory against the Panthers.
The team will be counting on their experienced players like Tedesco, Keary, and Morris brothers to lead the way on the field.
Head coach Trent Robinson will be hoping that the unchanged squad members can continue their good form and contribute to a strong performance against a tough Panthers side.
With both teams looking to climb the ladder, this match is sure to be an intense battle between two top teams in the competition.
Roosters fans will be eagerly anticipating this Round 7 matchup and will be looking for their team to come away with a crucial win as they strive for success in the NRL season.