It has been an excellent period for the Penrith Panthers. They have moved to the top of the rugby standings in a smooth fashion. They will be bidding to maintain that momentum this weekend when they travel to the Sydney Roosters.
The hosts sit just outside the playoff places in the NRL at present. But they will be looking to build on a solid win over the Bulldogs last weekend. The latest odds and our Roosters vs Panthers prediction can be found here.
Sydney Roosters vs. Penrith Panthers Information
Sydney Roosters vs Penrith Panthers
Location of the Game: Allianz Stadium, Sydney, Australia.
Date and Time: Saturday, June 10. 5:35 AM ET
How to Watch: NRL Player
Recent Scores
It is worth examining the previous clashes between the sides before making rugby league predictions this weekend. In total, the Roosters and Panthers have met on 45 previous occasions. With the Panthers holding a narrow 25-20 overall record.
This will also be the second clash between the sides this season. With the Panthers producing an excellent display against the Roosters in May, landing a 48-4 success on home soil.
Sydney Roosters vs. Penrith Panthers Betting Analysis
Sydney Roosters Facts To Know
It hasn’t been the start to the season that the Roosters would have been hoping for, but they remain in a prominent position in the overall standings. At present, they sit ninth overall, and have a game in hand over many of their rivals in the hunt for a playoff spot. They could move into the top eight this weekend, but their -66 points difference would be a pressing concern even at this early stage.
The Roosters were at least able to end a three-game losing run in their previous match, as they produced a stunning late comeback to score a 25-24 success at Allianz Stadium against the Bulldogs last weekend. However, their 44-point loss against the Panthers remains very fresh in the memory, making it difficult to overlook when making a Roosters vs Panthers prediction.
Penrith Panthers Facts To Know
The Penrith Panthers will be delighted with their current position in the NRL, as they remain top of the standings, despite having played two games less than the two sides sitting directly below them. Penrith has won eight of their 12 games this season, and they currently boast a league-best points difference of +147.
The Panthers winning run was maintained last weekend, with their 26-18 victory over the Dragons being their fourth straight victory in the NRL. Interestingly, it was the only game over that winning sequence that they had conceded at least ten points. The defending champions will have stretched resources this weekend, but they still appear incredibly challenging to overlook.
Key Injuries
Nathan Cleary is the big miss for the Panthers this weekend, as the superstar will be out for the next six weeks. However, Jack Cogger looks like an able deputy. Joseph Suaalii begins his three-game ban for the Roosters this weekend, while Daniel Tupou is fit enough to return on the wing.
Sydney Roosters vs. Penrith Panthers Betting Preview
Moneyline: Despite their injury issues, the Panthers remain the clear -179 favorites to claim victory this weekend. The Roosters is the outside selection at +145 in the rugby odds.
Spread: There was a huge winning margin in the previous clash between the sides, and the Panthers are available at -110 to cover the (-4.5) spread.
Over/Under: A high-scoring game could also be in prospect, with over 39.5 match points being available at -110. Under the same number of points in the match is also priced up at -110.
Sydney Roosters vs. Penrith Panthers Betting Prediction
It can’t be understated how important Cleary is for the Panthers, and his absence could be a key factor to consider before making a wager this weekend. Therefore, we could see the visitors struggling, meaning taking the hosts on the spread could be the safest option when making a Roosters vs Panthers prediction.
- Pick: Sydney Roosters (+4.5) (-110)
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