LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
In a thrilling match at Leichhardt Oval, the Wests Tigers overcame the Cronulla Sharks with a 20-18 victory secured by a penalty goal from Adam Doueihi in Golden Point.
This win marked a significant moment for Lachlan Galvin, who returned to first-grade after a stint in the NSW Cup.
Despite being in the spotlight recently for mixed performances, the 19-year-old played a pivotal role in helping the Tigers achieve their fourth victory of the season, catapulting them into ninth place on the ladder.
Before the game, there was uncertainty about how the crowd would react to Galvin, but he was met with resounding support from the 14,812 fans, who cheered him during warm-ups and his first touches of the match.
Known as a generational talent, Galvin has garnered praise from rugby league legends like Andrew Johns and Phil Gould.
He didn't shy away from the pressure; instead, he made an immediate impact, assisting Samuela Fainu in scoring the first points of the match.
As the game progressed, reminiscent of previous Tigers matches, the home side allowed the Sharks to catch up, leading to a tie at 18-all with just over ten minutes remaining.
This comeback set the stage for a nail-biting finish.