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Gold Coast Titans

The Gold Coast Titans look like missing the NRL finals in their first year after going oh-so close to making the cut.

After a big loss to the NZ Warriors this weekend, the Gold Coast Titans remain on 20 points and even winning their final 3 games can't guarantee them a spot in the final make up. If they perform at their peak and snatch the final three games; the Gold Coast Titans will hope that other NRL results fall their way and they sneak into the finals fray.

Coach of the Gold Coast Titans John Cartwright and his group - have done a great job; along with some great commitment from the players to get where they are. In their first year - the Gold Coast Titans should be happy with their initial assault on the NRL premiership.

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Brisbane Broncos 2007 Failure

Our NRL Prediction today suggests the Brisbane Broncos will not win another game in 2007 NRL. After successive losses in Round 20, and Round 21 2007 - the Brisbane Broncos are without their big name stars and look lost at sea when on the field.

Losses to Parramatta and Manly have seen the Broncos fall away on the NRL Table and their recent NRL Scores suggest they have limited attacking power.

The Brisbane Broncos face Melbourne, Bulldogs, Raiders and Parramatta to round out their 2007 NRL Season - a season surely set to see them miss the NRL Finals only a year after winning the competition.

NRL Sydney Roosters Club Wins

As predicted the Sydney Roosters won their upset match against the first placed Melbourne Storm. The NRL match drawing big praise for Roosters coach Brad Fittler who took over recently from Chris Anderson.

Fittler now has 3 wins on the trot and has the Roosters primed for a late assault on the NRL premiership.

The Melbourne Storm remain well atop the NRL ladder and are no chance of losing the minor premiership.

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Sydney Roosters Melbourne Storm

This Round 20 NRL prediction goes the way of an upset. The in form Roosters may just have enough passion under Brad Fittler to topple the NRL 2007 table toppers the Melbourne Storm.

NRL News Power Tip: Roosters by 4

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NRL Round 16 Tips and Predictions

The Bunnies should be favorites against Newcastle tonight at EnergyAustralia Stadium, regardless of their poor record in NEwcastle. The Knights look exposed with several major strike weapons out, including Buderus, Gidley and Simpson.

The Titans meet the Warriors on the Gold Coast and have a 5 game win streak notched up, with the young club having so decent talent back on deck. The Titans will be strong at home, and their unpredictable style should hurt the Warriors.

The struggling Pathers face the baby Broncos at CUA Stadium with many tipsters choosing the Panthers against the hampered Broncos side. While this maybe true, the Panthers are still in dire straights. The Petero signing will help lift confidence, the injection of Brett Firman will add stability and experience to the young side. The Panthers in a tight one.

Tigers will be desperate to shake the cobwebs out, as they travel to Canberra and face the monstrous Raiders in their backyard. The Tigers have made too many changes for my liking, although they do have a much better winning percentage in day games - the Raiders will be too tough.

Oki Jubilee Stadium has the Dragons v Sea Eagles match, and this could be a big score - even with the Eagles missing Steve Bell, Brent Kite and Jamie Lyon - they still look like a talent laden side. The Eagles in will win in cruise control.

Monday NRL sees the Bulldogs take on the Roosters. Pretty hard to go past the Bulldogs here. They too are missing some Origin stars, but their recent form improvement and the poor defence and discipline of the Roosters makes for tipping the Dogs.

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NRL Tips for Round 10, 2007

St George Illawarra Dragons vs Gold Coast Titans at WIN Stadium Wollongong
Tip: St George Illawarra Dragons
The Dragons at WIN will be desperate to get the win here, and should prove too much for the Titans - who had a hiccup last week against the Roosters. No Webster for the Titans and the couldron that is WIN will be their downfall.

NZ Warriors vs Wests Tigers at Mt Smart Stadium, New Zealand
Tips: NZ Warriors
This should be a great game, and a very hard one to pick. The Tigers are in good form and aren't affected by Origin selections. The Warriors after some shock lossess will really pull out all stops in Auckland. Look for the NZ side to play physical and out muscle the smaller Tigers pack.

Parramatta Eels vs North Queensland Cowboys at Parra Stadium
Tip: Parramatta Eels
Not as one sided as everyone thinks. The undermanned Cowboys prove a danger to the plucky Eels and this match will be interesting considering no Jonathan Thurston and former Eel Ash Graham playing pivot. The soft, dewy surface as always will suit the Eels and they will be out to avenge last weeks loss.

Melbourne Storm vs Sydney Roosters at Olympic Stadium, Melbourne
Tip: Melbourne Storm
Melbourne will be too much for the Roosters, who also lose some key players to Origin duty. The Storm at home will rain down on any Roosters parade. Look for rookie Storm players to stake their claim in the top grade and for Billy Slater to have a blinder in the face of missing Origin selection.

Bulldogs vs Cronulla Sharks at Telstra Stadium, Sydney
Tip: Cronulla Sharks
The Bulldogs are rarely outsiders in most people minds, but their recent form and loss of Mason for this clash really hurts them. They have a spare parts or trial halves combination and many players that aren't playing well in the outside backs. Look for the Sharks to dominate through Luke Douglas up front and guys like Greg Bird to give the rough stuff back to the usually gritty Dogs. Cronulla have Dykes and Kimmorley pairing in the halves and are sure to be hard to contain.

Manly Sea Eagles vs Brisbane Broncos at Brookvale Oval, Sydney
Tip: Manly Sea Eagles
Both sides heavily affected by Origin stars missing, but the Broncos really are fielding a reserve grade side. Expect to see Orford get some form back here, as well at Monaghan to play well after putting contract discussions behind him. Manly should do this comfortably. And Brooky faithful will turn up in droves being a Monday night game.

NRL Tips and Predictions Round 9

Manly must be tipped at home to Parra. The stats read something like only 13 wins from 50 games at Brookvale for the Eels.

Sharks and Broncos are hard to split, the bookies have both teams paying $1.90 for the win. Home advantage and last weeks form swings the tip the Sharks way.

Knights v Warriors at the Knights Dome. Another game that is very hard to pick, Knights were patchy last week and the Warriors will be keen to make amends for their shock loss. Expect Warriors to come out firing – and should get home.

Cowboys should easily account for the awful Penrith pack up north. A tough trip for the Panthers and they will come home with their tails between their legs.

Rabbits will be extremely keen to notch up a win, after some indifferent form. Rabbits have been losing by tiny margins and will have too much fire power at home for the young Raiders – out of their nursery.

Roosters are my tip for the upset of the round. They face the exciting Titans at Aussie stadium. The Titans copped a dusting last week, but they faced a hot hot North Queensland outfit. Expect the Roosters to win through enthusiasm more than anything else. They’ll be fired up.

Tigers get my tip over the young and wounded Dragons. Saints are on the improve but won’t have enough for the inform Tigers this week

Storm at home, always a *must* tip – but the Bulldogs won’t be pushovers. The Doggies love these tough battles and will relish the challenge. Just impossible to tip against the Southerners at home.

Round 8 Predictions

Broncos to beat Rabbits
Penrith to bounce back and beat Saints
Warriors to good at home for Sharks
Roosters to beat Eels
Storm to beat Tigers
Raiders to upset Eagles
Bulldogs over Knights
Cowboys too good for Titans

NRL Round 7 Predictions

Roosters - Well overdue, been playing ok in patches. Need some luck.
Storm - Hard to go against the undefeated Melbourne side.
Bulldogs - Should have too much for the out of form Tigers. Sherwin back.
Panthers - At home, should kill off Matt Elliot's former team - Raiders
Sea Eagles - Big task, taking on the Cowboys - but should have enough forward power to win
Warriors - Possible upset here, NZ will be fresh for this clash with the Roosters. Tough one
Eels - Just missed out last week, and should do enough against the Titans. Titans woeful last week
Knights - Will be too strong at home for the Sharks.

NRL Predictions for Round 6

Melbourne Storm vs Penrith Panthers:
The Storm have only been average in the first few rounds, but their average is a class above the rest. I have a feeling they will fire on all cylinders in this game and put the blow torch on Penrith. Penrith will need to improve discipline to ensure they don't lose by a truck load. After Burt cut the Panthers to pieces last week, expect Billy Slater to do more of the same. Melbourne comfortably.

Cronulla Sharks vs Canberra Raiders:
Both these teams are so much better at home, this time Cronulla get the home ground - and have shown improvement each week. Canberra on the other hand have been inconsistent and face some injury concerns. The Sharks will be too strong at home.

Manly Sea Eagles vs Gold Coast Titans:
Brookvale is the home of this anticipated clash - with the flamboyant Titans facing the gutsy and brick wall like Manly team. I think this might go the Titans way, as it's very hard to defend against the likes of Presto and Prince - and Manly might get hurt with the second phase play. Titans in a close one.

Parramatta Eels vs Bulldogs:

Typically a fierce clash between these old foes. The Eels have found some rhythm and will be right in this one with a shot, but I feel the Bulldogs will be hurting with the Manly loss and will be ready to come out of their shell firing after the SBW saga and Willie reporter annoyance. Bulldogs should be too strong in the forwards here, even though the game is at Parra Stadium. Bulldogs.

Newcastle Knights vs Brisbane Broncos:

Knights at home and in the game to salute Joey - will be too strong for the tired Broncos - who lose too many stars to the Australia test team. The Knights should be too good here, and tough competition for spots sees Macdougall on the extended bench - the Knights to win.

North Queensland Cowboys vs South Sydney Rabbitts:

Souths now trying to stop the rot after two losses, have a tough journey up north to Cowboyville. The Cowboys will also be keen to avenge the away loss to the Warriors and I think will have too much at home for the Bunnies. The forwards from Nth Queensland will win this battle with the Kiwi contingent from Souths backing up from the test. Souths missing Kidwell. Cowboys to win.

NRL Predictions / Tips Round 5.

Penrith
Broncos
Storm
Bulldogs
NZ Warriors
South Sydney
Wests Tigers
Canberra Raiders

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Round 4 - Who will win?

Well NRL News struggled last week and missed out on several predictions. We will attempt to redeem ourselves here and aim for plenty of improvement in round 4 - here are the expert Rugby League tips from the NRL News team -

Souths v Bulldogs: Souths to keep their streak alive and beat the Dogs in a heavy forward battle.

Roosters v Broncos Both teams winless with their 2007 Rugby League campaign. Very tough to call but I think the Roosters lack firepower in attack. The Broncos should take the cake.

Knights v Storm Knights coming off a big loss will be keen to avenge their disgrace against Canberra. But the power of Melbourne is strong - you simply cannot tip against the Storm. Storm to win.

Cowboys v Tigers Tigers still winless and rudderless. Cowboys in a canter.

Eels v Raiders Eels at home face a fancied Raiders side that smacked the Knights last week. I think the home crowd and little confidence lift for the Eels should get them home. Eels.

Manly v Warriors Warriors still haven't proved they can win away from NZ. Manly should do the job here.

Penrith v Titans Penrith will have too much confidence here. Penrith safely.

Sharks v Saints The local derby. Both teams fielding young sides. I think the Sharks will want this more after last weeks showing. Ricky will have them primed. Sharks in a close one.

NRL Round 3 Predictions by NRLnews.com

FRIDAY
Eels v Tigers, at Parra Stadium 7.30pm
Both teams without a win in 2007 and both teams coming off shocking efforts last week. Desperation from both camps makes this a must see, and hopefully we don't get a drop-ball-a-thon! Parra sees Grothe and Hindmarsh return and the Tigers are pretty much at full strength also. Home ground will help Eels, Eels to win in a close one.


Broncos v Panthers, at Suncorp 7.30pm
Penrith found form last week and spanked the Bulldogs - surely confidence must be high! However the Broncos are 0 from 2 this year and will have Lockyer back. The Broncos will be desperate to win this game and they should get the points. Broncos to win.

SATURDAY
Dragons v Cowboys, at WIN (5.30pm AEDT)
This should be a cracker game. Both teams are known for this stylish and open attacking footy. The Dragons see Head and Hornby back at the scrumbase which is positive, and unfortunately for the Cowboys Jason Smith is at home in the rocking chair with an injury. Saints to win in front of big WIN crowd.

Sharks v Souths, at Toyota (7.30pm AEDT).
Both teams here have been solid in 2007 and will be looking to keep the positive stuff happening. Souths have been impressive without really being tested by good teams. Sharks on the other hand have been in close matches both times and only lost once. The Sharks can do this at home, not as much pressure and priming by Ricky. Sharks to win.

Storm vs NZ Warriors, at Olympic Park (8.30pm AEDT)
Match of the round here. Two big guns come together in Melbourne. The Storm undefeated so far and playing their usual unbeatable style and the Warriors who have recruited well and have been simply unstoppable in attack. Witt, Crockett and McKinnon the main strike weapons. Melbourne should have enough to win this at home.

SUNDAY
Bulldogs vs Titans at Telstra (2.00pm AEDT)
The Titans face the wounded Bulldogs at Telstra. A task that is unenviable. You simply have to put the house on the Bulldogs this week. After two losses and a thumping last week, they will win. Bulldogs.

Roosters vs Manly at Aussie(3.00pm AEDT).
Should be a good match-up this one. The Roosters have been poor in 2007, but they get Amos Roberts back into the side and Manly have won both games but have played poor opposition and are still working their combinations out. Manly to win on current form.

MONDAY
Canberra v Newcastle at Canberra Stadium (7.00pm AEDT)
A nice one for Monday night, Joey returning for the Knights and the Raiders get to strut their stuff in front of the home crowd.Tough one for the locals because Newcastle will be full of confidence after 2 wins and having Joey back will send it even higher. Could be the Knights by a long shot. Knights.

NRL Round 2 Predictions by NRLnews.com

FRIDAY
Dragons v Newcastle, at OKI Jubilee Oval 7.30pm
Home ground is enough to tip this one the Dragons way. Both teams won in close games last week, and improvement is needed. I think the defensive irregularities will hurt the Knights, prediction: Dragons by 8


Penrith v Bulldogs, at CUA Stadium 7.30pm
It gets harder for the Panthers in Rnd 2, while the Dogs lost last week - their commitment and attack was scintillating against the Knights. The Dogs forwards will be too strong here. Dogs by 12

SATURDAY
WESTS TIGERS v MANLY, at Leichhardt Oval (5.30pm AEDT)
This will be a great match to watch, both teams played well in Round 1 and a full house at Old Leichhardt. Careful not to get splinters in your bottom from the old seats, I think the Tigers will be up for this game after missing the win last week. Tigers in a close one.

CANBERRA v MELBOURNE, at Canberra Stadium (7.30pm AEDT).
Canberra will need divine intervention here, watch for weather conditions here - if rain appears, Canberra may upset the Storm. However, Storm should win comfortably. Storm by 12+

NORTH QUEENSLAND v SYDNEY ROOSTERS, at Dairy Farmers Stadium (8.30pm AEDT)
The Roosters must forget the 1 man marker ploy here, otherwise Cowboys will put a cricket score on them. Cowboys scrumbase combo will get even better, which spells trouble for the Roosters. The Chooks need more experience at 6 and 7. Cowboys by 10

SUNDAY
NEW ZEALAND v BRISBANE at Mt Smart Stadium (2.00pm AEDT)
Another strong match-up here, Brisbane will miss Lockyer badly in this one. In what should be a huge forward match up, NRLnews.com predicts the Warriors to string 2 wins together. Their giant backline will have too much size for the Broncos. Warriors by 8

SOUTH SYDNEY v PARRAMATTA, at Telstra Stadium (3.00pm AEDT).
Things will get tougher for the out of sorts Eels. They face a confident Souths team, boosted by their Rooster rolling. Watch for Souths to play an expansive game here and outshine the poor defending Eels. Eels conceded the most points in Rnd 1 and will leak again. Souths by 14

MONDAY
GOLD COAST v SHARKS, at Carrara Stadium (7.00pm AEDT)
In the Monday night desert match, the travel and occasion might get the better of the young Sharks. The Titans will be better for the run last week, and while they will miss Walker - I think they will notch their first win of 2007. Titans by 4

NRL Predictions, Round 1 2007:
Friday
Melbourne Storm vs Wests Tigers (Olympic 7.30)
Storm to win by 18 points. A Melbourne side fully ladden with stars and the graveyard, will be too good for Tigers.
Brisbane Broncos vs Nth Queensland Cowboys (Suncorp 8.30pm)
Cowboys to win by 2 points. Broncos preparation has been poor and the Cowboys love beating them.
Saturday
NZ Warriors vs Parramatta Eels (Mt Smart 5.30)
Warriors by 8. Strong trial form and a home game should see them beat the patchy Eels.
Sharks vs Penrith Panthers (Toyota 7.30)
Sharks by 4. Hard one to pick, Sharks in a close one at home.
Manly Sea Eagles vs Canberra Raiders (Brooky 7.30)
Manly by 14. Eagles will enjoy this one, and win easily.
Sunday
Newcastle Knights vs Bulldogs (EnergyAus 2pm)
Bulldogs by 2. A juicy match-up. Bulldogs in a physical encounter. Just.
Gold Coast Titans vs St George Dragons (Suncorp 4pm)
Titans by 8. Will have too much class for the Dragons in their first ever game.
Monday
Sydney Roosters vs South Sydney Rabbitohs (Aussie 7.30)
Souths by 4. Halves from both teams hold the key. Rabbits will just get the points.