Newcastle Knights vs Canberra Raiders Preview & Prediction | 2026 NRL | Regular Season
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Newcastle Knights can make it four wins from five in the NRL so far this season by getting the better of a poor Canberra Raiders side.
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Newcastle Knights team news
Hooker Phoenix Crossland has been passed fit and will play despite a face injury, whilst Trey Mooney is also back in the squad after missing Newcastle Knights’ last game due to suspension.
Squad: Fletcher Hunt, Dominic Young, Dane Gagai, Bradman Best, Greg Marzhew, Fletcher Sharpe, Sandon Smith, Jacob Saifiti, Phoenix Crossland, Trey Mooney, Dylan Lucas, Jermaine McEwen, Mat Croker, Harrison Graham, Tyson Frizell, Pasami Saulo, Thomas Cant, Tyson Gamble, Wilson De Courcey, Cody Hopwood, Francis Manuleleua, James Schiller
Canberra Raiders team news
Back from suspension for Canberra Raiders is Josh Papalii and the forward is expected to come straight back into the line-up, likely in place of Morgan Smithies.
Squad: Kaeo Weekes, Savelio Tamale, Simi Sasagi, Sebastian Kris, Xavier Savage, Ethan Strange, Ethan Sanders, Josh Papalii, Tom Starling, Joseph Tapine, Hudson Young, Noah Martin, Corey Horsburgh, Jayden Brailey, Zac Hosking, Ata Mariota, Morgan Smithies, Chevy Stewart, Matthew Timoko, Owen Pattie, Jed Stuart, Daine Laurie
Newcastle Knights vs Canberra Raiders prediction
It’s been a season to forget so far for Canberra Raiders with little signs of their struggles abating. Since their opening round victory over the Sea Eagles, Canberra have lost each of their following three NRL fixtures, scoring just 38 points in the process. This Newcastle Knights offense is capable of slicing through their opponents and Canberra will need to be at their best defensively.
Confidence and momentum can play a huge factor in the NRL and right now, the Knights have it. An early score for the hosts would likely see heads drop among the Raiders line-up and it would be no surprise if Newcastle cashed in as a result. It’s well worth backing a home victory when considering the slump currently being endured by Canberra.
Newcastle Knights vs Canberra Raiders tip: Newcastle Knights to win
