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2026 NRL Grand Final: Roosters defeat Knights

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The 2026 NRL Grand Final at Accor Stadium concluded with the Sydney Roosters defeating the Newcastle Knights 19-18. The match marked the Knights’ first appearance in a decider in 25 years, following a significant underdog run after finishing as the wooden-spooners the previous season. Attended by over 80,000 spectators, the event featured pre-match musical tributes from Amy Shark, Phil Jamieson, and Dave Gleeson. Despite the Roosters' victory, Knights supporters were highly visible, with jerseys reportedly outnumbering those of the Roosters two to one. After falling into an early 12-0 deficit driven by Knights players Kalyn Ponga and Francis Manuleleua, the Roosters mounted a second-half comeback. Winger Mark Nawaqanitawase played a pivotal role in the win, scoring two tries, including a notable 90m intercept try. Roosters coach Trent Robinson described the 26-year-old as a ‘generational talent’ who has ‘reinvented the role of a winger.’ Following this premiership, the dual-code international is set to return to rugby union with the Japanese side Saitama Wild Knights. The victory was ultimately secured in the 70th minute by Daly Cherry-Evans, who kicked a decisive field goal in his 379th and final NRL game. Despite a late try by Greg Marzhew, the Roosters held on to claim their first premiership since 2019. James Tedesco was awarded the Clive Churchill Medal for a dominant performance that included 305 meters from 25 carries, achieving his goal of winning a premiership as captain. ~~Prior to the main event,~~ While the ~~NRLW Telstra Premiership Grand Final~~ Knights fell narrowly, their performance was ~~held between~~ noted for high defensive intensity, recording 445 tackles during the ~~Sydney Roosters~~ championship showdown. The loss drew significant emotional responses from fans and club founders following the ~~Brisbane Broncos, where~~ team's long-awaited return to the ~~Roosters secured a 30-6 win.~~ Grand Final.

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