Finals footy returns to Auckland as the Warriors host defending premiers Penrith in a sudden-death showdown. The Panthers bring a remarkable 12-game finals winning streak, while the Warriors search for consistency after a patchy run into September. Go Media Stadium’s home crowd will be key to halting Penrith’s momentum.

When: Saturday September 13, 2025 at 4:05 pm

Where: Go Media Stadium

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Finals footy returns to Auckland on Saturday as the New Zealand Warriors host the Penrith Panthers in a sudden-death clash at Go Media Stadium. The Panthers boast a formidable record, riding a 12-match finals winning streak and having claimed nine of their past 10 meetings with the Warriors. But finishing seventh means they’ll play every match on the road. The Warriors, by contrast, have stumbled into September with just two victories from their last seven outings and face the familiar figure of Ivan Cleary, who coached them to their most recent grand final appearance in 2011. Wayde Egan and Jackson Ford are timely inclusions, though Rocco Berry’s absence forces Kurt Capewell into the centres and Leka Halasima into the pack. Penrith regain Brian To’o and Liam Martin but lose Mitch Kenny, with Luke Sommerton to take over at hooker. A raucous home crowd will be crucial if the Warriors are to halt Penrith’s momentum.