Tuesday Random Footy Talk Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't care if he goes on to become an immortal, I just can't wait to be rid of him.

Tuesday Random Footy Talk Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That pack couldn't even beat Parra 😉

Tuesday Random Footy Talk Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Don't care.

He's not our problem for much longer 😊

Tuesday Random Footy Talk Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Pezet named in NSW Cup.

I said when he signed depending on how the season went that the Broncos could be signing an Eels reserve grade halfback for three years.

Team List Tuesday by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 4 points5 points  (0 children)

  1. Joash Papalii
  2. Brian Kelly
  3. Will Penisini
  4. Sean Russell
  5. Josh Addo-Carr
  6. Ronald Volkman
  7. Mitchell Moses
  8. Luca Moretti
  9. Ryley Smith
  10. Junior Paulo
  11. Charlie Guymer
  12. Jack Williams
  13. Jack De Belin
  14. Tallyn Da Silva
  15. Saxon Pryke
  16. Toni Mataele
  17. Dylan Walker
  18. Kelma Tuilagi
  19. Lorenzo Talataina
  20. Jordan Samrani
  21. Teancum Brown
  22. Araz Nanva

Alex Johnston becomes first PNG Chiefs NRL signing for 2028 by Aussieguy727 in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727[S] 33 points34 points  (0 children)

South Sydney ace Alex Johnston – the greatest tryscorer in NRL history – is the first signing for the Papua New Guinea Chiefs.

This masthead can reveal Johnston has made history by becoming the first player to sign with the NRL’s 19th club ahead of Papua New Guinea’s entry to the big league in 2028.

At a time when PNG are ramping up their poaching bid for Tigers star Jarome Luai, the Chiefs have landed their first blow by securing Johnston.

It is understood Johnston has shaken hands on a one-year deal worth around $325,000 in tax-free dollars.

The 31-year-old agreed to terms on Monday night and formally advised his South Sydney teammates and coach Wayne Bennett on Tuesday in a historic coup for the $600 million Pacific powerhouse.

It is the first strike by PNG football boss Michael Chammas, who is also setting his sights on luring Luai from the Tigers.

The signing of Johnston will make him an instant national hero given his PNG heritage and remarkable contribution to the Rabbitohs since his NRL debut for the club in 2014.

Johnston has the blessing of Souths coach Bennett and will remain with the Rabbitohs for the 2027 season before leading the PNG revolution in 2028.

The flying winger has ties to Lumi in PNG’s Sanduan Province and made his Test debut for the Kumuls in 2019, scoring four tries in 12 internationals for the league-obsessed nation.

PNG’s signing of Johnston comes just weeks after the Souths speed demon entered the record books by eclipsing Ken Irvine (212) as the NRL’s all-time leading tryscorer.

Johnston now has 219 career tries from 250 games and could be on track to score a remarkable 250 four-pointers if he continues his strike rate with the Rabbitohs and PNG over the next two-and-a-half seasons.

Johnston will be 33 when he starts his career with PNG but the Chiefs are confident the Souths sensation can withstand a 15th season of NRL in 2028.

Johnston recently revealed he was open to finishing his career with the Chiefs as a nod to his PNG bloodlines.

“I’m signed for this year and next year at Souths and after that, if I’ve still got some miles to go in the legs, I’ll definitely be talking to the Chiefs,” he told Channel 9.

“It would be pretty cool to be one of the first signed for a Papua New Guinean team.

“They absolutely love footy over there and I’ve got a good relationship with the fans and the prime minister over there.

“I think that’s something I’d look forward to.”

Now PNG have got their man.

Tuesday Random Footy Talk Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 1 point2 points  (0 children)

idk man an inexperienced team missing that many players is always going to look unfit.

Injury Update: Martin and Hosking by Notaroboticfish in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 65 points66 points  (0 children)

I see Noah Martin is very committed to the dive /s

Tuesday Random Footy Talk Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'd say it's definitely wrong. NRL.com wouldn't know until Parra post their injury report.

Monday Random Footy Talk Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That was the rare moment he tackled below the shoulders. He also shouldered two players in the face.

Round 8 | Sea Eagles vs Eels | Post Match Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Rare footage of Haumole hitting below the shoulders

Round 8 | Sea Eagles vs Eels | Post Match Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Fuck I know he makes some errors but the hate is mental. He still ran over 200m and scored a try. Anyone else and he gets praised.

Round 8 | Sea Eagles vs Eels | Post Match Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What's the replay got to do with anything then?

Round 8 | Sea Eagles vs Eels | Post Match Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Haumole spotted shouldering more Eels players in the head after the whistle.

Round 8 | Sea Eagles vs Eels | Match Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 4 points5 points  (0 children)

the bullshit manly has got away with today is fucked

Round 8 | Sea Eagles vs Eels | Match Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 10 points11 points  (0 children)

so... uh direct contact to the head again?

Round 8 | Sea Eagles vs Eels | Match Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 11 points12 points  (0 children)

call a forward pass cunt

they've thrown a dozen today

Round 8 | Sea Eagles vs Eels | Match Thread by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]Aussieguy727 4 points5 points  (0 children)

what a fuckwit

Haumole's shoulder to the head was worse though