NRL finals 2026 results: Newcastle to face Roosters in NRL grand final after 12-man second half following Crossland send off

The Sydney Morning Herald - Sep 27, 2026

The Knights will face the Roosters in the 2026 NRL grand final after upsetting the Panthers with a 22-14 victory in the preliminary final.

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