The first placed Raiders fell to the Panthers in both the Jersey Flegg and NSW Cup over the weekend, but they will look to bag a win in the final round ahead of the 2024 finals series.
NSW Cup
Match: Raiders v Panthers
Round 25 -
home Team
Raiders
1st Position
away Team
Panthers
5th Position
Venue: GIO Stadium, Canberra
The Canberra Raiders NSW Cup Side fell short 26-24 in a gallant effort against the Penrith Panthers on Saturday night.
Jed Stuart and Trey Mooney were able to cross the line, aiding their side to a 12-8 halftime lead.
Canberra came out firing in the second half, but it was the Panthers that strung away in the final minutes through a late try to secure the two point victory over Canberra.
The Raiders are currently sitting outright first on the ladder with one game left of the season as they are in the box seat to claim the minor premiership for 2024.
Canberra will look to prepare for a clash against the Sydney Roosters this Sunday at Wentworth Park, Sydney.
Jersey Flegg Cup
Match: Raiders v Panthers
Round 25 -
home Team
Raiders
1st Position
away Team
Panthers
3rd Position
Venue: GIO Stadium, Canberra
The Canberra Raiders Jersey Flegg Cup side were defeated 26-20 to the Penrith Panthers on Saturday afternoon.
After wrapping up the minor premiership last weekend, the Raiders gave some younger players an opportunity for game time in Saturday’s clash against Penrith.
Raiders’ backs Ethan Alaia and Lekani Mpaso's efforts were on display, both securing a double in the contest.
After a tight first half, the Panthers crossed through a late try to Nick Murphy to claim the 26-20 victory.
The Raiders will look to prepare themselves for finals with a clash against the Sydney Roosters this Sunday at Wentworth Park, Sydney.
