Go Media Stadium will play host to Sunday's Round 26 NRL game between New Zealand Warriors and Newcastle Knights. The game kicks off at 2:00 pm with New Zealand Warriors heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the New Zealand Warriors vs. Newcastle Knights game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Sunday August 30, 2026 at 2:00 pm

Where: Go Media Stadium

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New Zealand Warriors vs Newcastle Knights Preview

The Warriors return to Auckland after an impressive 45-26 victory over South Sydney, a performance that reinforced their attacking momentum before the finals. Newcastle’s 44-24 loss to Manly halted a three-match winning run and exposed defensive problems against speed on the edges. The Warriors again field Taine Tuaupiki at fullback, with Luke Laulilii and Alofiana Khan-Pereira providing finishing power outside a mobile back row led by Kurt Capewell and Jacob Laban. Newcastle retains a dangerous spine featuring Kalyn Ponga and Fletcher Sharpe, while Bradman Best and Dane Gagai give the visitors strike in the centres. The Knights can threaten if they create broken-field opportunities, but the Warriors’ forward platform, recent scoring form and familiarity with Go Media Stadium make them the more reliable selection.