Ocean Protect Stadium will play host to Friday's Round 13 NRL game between Cronulla Sharks and Manly Sea Eagles. The game kicks off at 8:00 pm with Cronulla Sharks heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Cronulla Sharks vs. Manly Sea Eagles game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Friday May 29, 2026 at 8:00 pm

Where: Ocean Protect Stadium

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Cronulla Sharks vs Manly Sea Eagles Odds

Cronulla Sharks vs Manly Sea Eagles Preview

Manly head to Shark Park riding a wave of momentum and defensive confidence, with Kieran Foran helping steer a dramatic turnaround in recent weeks. The Sea Eagles are conceding barely two tries per game during their current stretch, a remarkable return in the modern NRL era, and their left-edge attack shapes as a major weapon against Cronulla’s vulnerable right side. The Sharks remain capable of explosive attacking football when Nicho Hynes and Braydon Trindall combine fluently, but consistency has been harder to find. Cronulla’s home record keeps this matchup intriguing, although Manly’s ability to control field position and limit errors gives the visitors a slight edge in what shapes as one of the tighter contests of the round.