CommBank Stadium will play host to Sunday's Round 9 NRL game between Penrith Panthers and Manly Sea Eagles. The game kicks off at 6:15 pm with Penrith Panthers heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Penrith Panthers vs. Manly Sea Eagles game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Sunday May 3, 2026 at 6:15 pm
Where: CommBank Stadium
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Penrith Panthers vs Manly Sea Eagles Odds
Penrith Panthers vs Manly Sea Eagles Preview
Penrith remains the benchmark of the competition, responding emphatically last week to reaffirm their premiership credentials. Manly, however, arrives with renewed energy, unbeaten since a coaching change and playing with greater attacking freedom. While the Panthers’ system and consistency make them formidable, recent close calls highlight they are not untouchable. The Sea Eagles’ resurgence adds intrigue, and if they can match Penrith’s intensity early, they may keep the contest competitive deep into the second half.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Penrith Panthers to win at $1.25 odds.
First Try Scorer
First Try Scorer: Thomas Jenkins at $6.40.
Penrith Panthers vs Manly Sea Eagles Teams
Panthers team: 1. Dylan Edwards 2. Thomas Jenkins 3. Paul Alamoti 4. Casey McLean 5. Brian To’o 6. Blaize Talagi 7. Nathan Cleary 8. Moses Leota 9. Freddy Lussick 10. Lindsay Smith 11. Isaiah Papali’i 12. Luke Garner 13. Isaah Yeo 14. Jack Cogger 15. Scott Sorensen 16. Kalani Going 17. Billy Phillips 18. Izack Tago 19. Jack Cole 20. Luron Patea 21. Billy Scott 22. Sione Fonua
Sea Eagles team: 1. Tolutau Koula 2. Jason Saab 3. Clayton Faulalo 4. Reuben Garrick 5. Lehi Hopoate 6. Luke Brooks 7. Jamal Fogarty 8. Taniela Paseka 9. Brandon Wakeham 10. Kobe Hetherington 11. Haumole Olakau’atu 12. Ben Trbojevic 13. Jake Trbojevic 14. Jake Simpkin 15. Nathan Brown 16. Ethan Bullemor 17. Siosiua Taukeiaho 18. Blake Wilson 19. Jackson Shereb 20. Joey Walsh 21. Simione Laiafi 22. Zach Dockar-Clay
