LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
Match Preview: Round 20 vs Storm
The Sea Eagles are set to face the Storm in Round 20, looking to secure their third consecutive victory as the season approaches its critical stages.
With only eight rounds remaining, the battle for the finals is intensifying, and several teams, including Manly, are vying for a spot in the top eight.
Currently, the Sea Eagles sit seventh on the ladder, within striking distance, as six teams are only separated by four competition points, all aspiring for finals placements.
On the other hand, the Storm, with just four losses this season, is also in competition for the minor premiership.
Positioned second on the ladder, they carry confidence into this matchup, especially following a six-match winning streak.
Their previous encounter with Manly in Round 5 saw the Storm dominate with a 48-24 victory at 4 Pines Park.
In team updates, the Sea Eagles have opted to maintain a consistent lineup, retaining the same starting side for three consecutive games in their pursuit of a third win.