LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
The Manly Warringah Sea Eagles are facing a crucial game this Friday night in Auckland, with their season hanging in the balance.
It is a must-win situation for the Sea Eagles as they strive to save their campaign.
The upcoming match against the Warriors will be their first encounter in Auckland since 2019, adding an extra layer of anticipation.
Unfortunately, the Sea Eagles will be without Ben Trbojevic and Brad Parker, who both suffered concussions in their previous game against the Panthers.
As a result, Morgan Harper will step in at centre to replace Parker, while Jakob Arthur will join the interchange bench.
Despite this setback, the Sea Eagles have a strong record against the Warriors in Auckland, having emerged victorious in 11 out of their 15 previous encounters.
However, the last time these two teams met in Auckland was in 2019, when the Warriors secured a 24-16 win.
The Sea Eagles' most recent triumph over the Warriors dates back to 2017, when Daly Cherry-Evans made a memorable left foot field goal in Golden Point, leading his team to a thrilling 22-21 victory at Mt Smart Stadium.