Allianz Stadium will play host to Friday's Round 3 NRL game between Sydney Roosters and Penrith Panthers. The game kicks off at 6:00 pm with Penrith Panthers heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Sydney Roosters vs. Penrith Panthers game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Friday March 20, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Where: Allianz Stadium
Bet: Bet On This Match HERE
Sydney Roosters vs Penrith Panthers Odds
Sydney Roosters vs Penrith Panthers Preview
This blockbuster clash pits two premiership contenders against each other with both sides showing strong early-season form. Penrith have again demonstrated the disciplined defence and structured attack that has defined their recent success, while the Roosters have started the year looking dangerous with plenty of attacking strike across the park. Through the opening two rounds, the Panthers have controlled games through the middle with their relentless forward rotation and smart kicking game. The Roosters will need to match Penrith’s physicality in the ruck and avoid conceding easy territory. Betting-wise, Penrith’s consistency makes them hard to oppose, but Roosters home games often open up into attacking contests which could bring the overs into play.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Penrith Panthers to win at $1.48 odds.
First Try Scorer
First Try Scorer: Casey McLean at $9.75.
Sydney Roosters vs Penrith Panthers Teams
Roosters team: 1. James Tedesco 2. Daniel Tupou 3. Fetalaiga Pauga 4. Robert Toia 5. Mark Nawaqanitawase 6. Daly Cherry-Evans 7. Sam Walker 8. Naufahu Whyte 9. Reece Robson 10. Lindsay Collins 11. Angus Crichton 12. Siua Wong 13. Egan Butcher 14. Connor Watson 15. Blake Steep 16. Nat Butcher 17. Salesi Foketi 18. Cody Ramsey 19. Benaiah Ioelu 20. Toby Rodwell 21. Tom Rodwell 22. Taylor Losalu
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. Mitch Kenny 10. Lindsay Smith 11. Isaiah Papali’i 12. Liam Martin 13. Isaah Yeo 14. Freddy Lussick 15. Billy Phillips 16. Scott Sorensen 17. Luke Garner 18. Izack Tago 19. Kalani Going 20. Tom Ale 21. Jack Cole 22. Jesse McLean