Sydney Roosters

Eighteen teams means the Perth Bears in 2027 and a documented push for a twentieth. Peter V'landys has raised 22 and floated a conference system.

After finishing last on the ladder in 2025, the club has targeted a rapid return to finals football through strategic recruitment and youth development.

The NRL Grand Final approaches as the season's decisive moment. Sydney's clubs have navigated a gruelling regular season and a demanding finals series.

The Sydney Roosters enter the NRL Grand Final as firm favourites, with their dominant forward pack and tactical discipline making them the team to beat.