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Round 10 Team Lists: Latrell back as Souths pick two unknowns, Leniu, Herbie return, Storm duo out, Broncos' surprise half

Sam Allardyce’s philosophy suits NRL to a tee. It’s all about basics. The Opponent scores points off your errors rather than creating their own brilliant opportunities. When you are in the kill zone, convert more opportunities than you bugger up. They don’t need Bennett- just put that on the dressing room wall. And Big Sam wouldn’t have been drinking a pint of wine when entrapped by the Daily Telegraph reporters, it would have been a Mega Pint.

Bennett is a short-term solution for Souths – the elite of the NRL might have moved past him

Joe , out of curiosity, do you happen to know whether Paps’ leg is the same one that his repaired knee is on ?

Round 10 Team Lists: Latrell back as Souths pick two unknowns, Leniu, Herbie return, Storm duo out, Broncos' surprise half

Fifita is as likely to go Penrith as Miss Universe is likely to be hitting on Yours Truly. I stick to the Senior ladies with some success, and Fifita will stick to his lane. With probably less success comparing apples to oranges. He said humbly.

NRL News: Ivan clearly impressed with 'marquee' Fifita, 'I've done nothing wrong - Gus calls in lawyer over fine

For how many more years are we going to try and make excuses for the Dragons. Their show has gangrene. Start amputating.The Board is a good place to start. Your mind knows it. Your heart knows it . Men, a strong Dragons outfit is good for the Comp, It’s for the game. But more importantly, it’s good for a heap of little boys who live down that neck of the woods who want some heroes to look up to.

Sharks too smart in the wet for hot-and-cold Dragons to make an unhappy homecoming for Flanagan

Yeah well Red Rob here amongst us called it at the very start of the Live Blog, and I jumped onto his shoulders to agree with his call that Newie would get up. There is Zero point in whining about bunker calls; ref calls; touchie calls; or cheerleader calls. But to be fair, nobody whines about cheerleaders. The point about the game is have you dominated it or are you looking for the fluke call? Do the right thing. Be a man. Fair win to the Knights. Warriors need to smarten up and play like professionals, rather than a team of talented individuals.

'We don’t give penalty tries for that': Warriors denied by bunker’s controversial call as Knights grind out ugly win

For injuries or rep duties I think fair enough, but they are different to intentionally handicapping a team.

Round 9 Team Lists Late Mail: Benji makes surprise call on Koroisau, Roosters trio OUT as Broncos sweat on Haas

Usual conspiracy against Manly.

Round 9 Team Lists Late Mail: Benji makes surprise call on Koroisau, Roosters trio OUT as Broncos sweat on Haas

The Sea Eagles disciplined ? Mate whatever I’m pouring here is not doing what I paid for.

NRL Power Rankings: Round 8 - Rabbits hit rock bottom, Warriors show signs of complacency, Dragons' bubble bursts

Raiders get the Evil Energy by trying to cash in on the Anzac’s. Bloody peasants. Sharks looked slick – but against the Raiders. Good vibes for them. Plus, Sticky’s a bum.

Hynes states claim for Origin with perfect performance as blood-thirsty Sharks devour 'embarrassed' Raiders

And the long rebuild should start with closing Leichhardt and the old failed Balmain caper, and ship the whole show out to Campbelltown.

Koroisau limps out of Tigers' defeat to Broncos after being cruelled by the harshest Bunker call of the year

The Panthers switched early to a War of Attrition as soon as it sunk in that the Cows were manned up and ready to play. Good game by both but well done to the Panthers for outlasting a very enthusiastic and capable outfit.

Nathan's kicks the difference in Panthers rearguard action as Ivan reveals reason for Turuva absence

Dragons fans should all get an Order of Australia.

Gutho fumes at 'stupid' Sivo as Parra throw away lead to lose AGAIN - but should Manly worry about Haumole?

The Haumole and DCE tackle on Lane was technically a legit tackle. I felt the shock wave from H’s hit up where I was sitting. But as Lane fell, it looked horrible. What do you do with that? It could have had a terrible outcome. Thankfully it didn’t. Haumole hit him in the mid section, and DCE – has that guy ever showed malice ? I hear ( but not confirmed) that both are facing 2 weeks if they plead guilty. Give me a break.
In my humble opinion Parra had everything turning to win last night. But they choked.
Manly, sadly, is not playing anything like a top 4 team. The first thing they need to do is stop the Opponent from scoring. Look at how many points Manly has let in this year- you’ll be shocked. Just lazy and uncommitted. There were problems with their left edge all night. Manly are now at the crossroads, as is Siebold in my view. Either Manly turn into a completely new and mongrel side over the next week, or bring in a new management and start again. There’s not much you can do with the roster. The annoying thing is that there is real talent on the field. It sucks to be a Manly fan.

Gutho fumes at 'stupid' Sivo as Parra throw away lead to lose AGAIN - but should Manly worry about Haumole?

The most pleasing Ground Chant was in the last five minutes which was simply, ‘ Bus. Train. Bus.’ Full marks for economy of expression. Nevertheless , there’s an argument to be made that Parra lost that one. But still, DCE launched one of the best passes ever seen. Footy genius.

Gutho fumes at 'stupid' Sivo as Parra throw away lead to lose AGAIN - but should Manly worry about Haumole?

This is very serious, not only for him but for heaps of other players. Paul Green and Steve Folkes as former guys off the top of the head. But why is Teddy still playing. Feeding crumbs to the pigeons in the park sucks.

'There were no decisions to make': Skipper drops retirement bombshell after doctors' grave warnings

That young boy, Chevy Stewart, who plays FB for the Raiders has got MVP written all over him in the future. He’s 18 and he was absolutely smashed in one tackle at least the other night – and got straight back up to play the ball. Did you see that ? More senior guys have moped about. Very impressive young lad.

NRL Round 7 Talking Points: With big wins come big losses, and which coach is the game’s biggest sook?

It’s off the Field. It’s on tape. How is it not a Crown charge of Common Assault ? Plenty of young blokes are up before the Magistrate for less clear cut facts.

'Crazy scene in the tunnel': Hetherington in strife after scuffle outside sheds, Ponga hobbled as Dogs flog Knights

Manly looking Fit. Looking Strong.

NRL Round 7 Team Lists Late Mail: Des forced into spine reshuffle, Panthers and Dragons announce debutants

Yes, when I said could, it was on the assumption that he later replace Teddy, after, as I assume, Teddy plays game 1. But the more I think about it, if Teddy is picked for game 1 , then he’s there for the series. You don’t change fullback if you can avoid it. Or look like you made a mistake. Anyway, I’m with you because his stats are good and he’s in form.

Wild idea but Blues should actually pick Origin team on form this time around - and that means Tedesco’s time is up

I watched Alfie Langer. Alfie Langer was a first pick of mine. Latrell, he’s no Alfie Langer.

Too old, too slow: Do these two stats explain why Souths have fallen off a cliff in 2024?

I was only looking at Teddy’s stats last week. Still good. Now Teddy vs Edwards, and who would I want at the back behind me ? Is Teddy better than Edwards, and who might be there in three years time ? Teddy won’t be there, Edwards might be barring injury. Edwards is outstanding. Teddy has had an outstanding career. Teddy is three years older. As you know, age is cruel to all athletes ( except down at the Avalon Bowling Club). It is a hard call, Teddy still has a game. If you think Edwards could be picked for games 2 and or 3, then I’d pick him for 1.

Wild idea but Blues should actually pick Origin team on form this time around - and that means Tedesco’s time is up

You’ve said it all. Q.E.D.

Wild idea but Blues should actually pick Origin team on form this time around - and that means Tedesco’s time is up

Yeah, give the Wahs a point. Keep their spirits up. Very intriguing game. Both sides showed they have a lot in the tank. Particularly the Warriors who have the mark of Greatness on them this year.

DCE and Johnson put on masterclass as Warriors and Manly can't be split after controversial Bunker call

The Dogs will toughen up mentally as a result of the end strokes to the game. They could have had a victory this evening. I guess it’s when you taste the bitterness of defeat, then you understand the importance of victory.

Bulldogs grab moral victory, but Melbourne take the two points as Storm overcome Foxx hat trick in comeback win

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