Broncos v Penrith Grudge Match Rnd 1 NRL

In Round 1 of the NRL we will be seeing an instant grudge match as the Panthers travel to Brisbane and both clubs boast players from each other after Joel Clinton, Peter Wallace left Penrith for the Broncos and the Qld big name Petero Civoniceva left the Broncos for the Panthers.

Expect big hits and some heavy Rugby League as the early season slug fest - as both teams sort each other out. The early season rounds of football are always important as teams try to build combinations and more importantly confidence for the season ahead.

NRL crowd figures

While the majority of NRL crowds within stadiums and of course nationally and internationally on television are growing, there are 1 or 2 Rugby League clubs that need to heavily improve their local crowds to ensure gate takings are sufficient in NRL 2008.

Recent strugglers, Cronulla have failed to put bums on seats at the Sutherland base. Crowd figures continue to drop, and of course money is down. Penrith is another struggling club in terms of people through the gate - while they won the NRL Premiership as recently as 2003, since then results have dropped as has their followers.

Similar to Souths, many clubs should undertake a membership drive to boost numbers.

Roosters to revive in 2008 NRL

They were dead ducks before the season really got started in 2007, the Roosters were the laughing stock of the NRL as former coach Chris Anderson really couldn't spark the Bondi boys into action - possibly years out of action turned Anderson stale as he struggled for motivation and ideas at the popular Rugby League club.

As Brad Fittler took over, their NRL season turned around totally - the Roosters nearly making the finals and giving themselves hope for 2008.

With some major off season buys in Mason and O'Meley - the Roosters under Freddy are genuine contenders again, if Mini gets back on the football field look out as they will really challenge the likes of the Storm, Eels and Manly.

Titans can make the Top 8 - NRL 2008

New NRL side the Gold Coast Titans can make the Top 8 on the back of their new stadium and growing support on the Gold Coast. The newest Rugby League team, the Titans should have the edge in 2008 NRL to get themselves into their first ever finals series.

Barring injury and tough luck, the new boys on the block do stand a chance. They play a good brand of football and in the current state of NRL, all teams have a chance of making the final 8.

Who will win in NRL 2008?

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NRL News set to announce Top 8 for 2008

As we do each and every year, NRL News is nearly set to announce the possible finish position of your team in 2008 NRL. Coming soon in a video post, we'll name which teams we think can achieve Rugby League greatness and enter the NRL final 8.

Be sure and visit NRL News main website to keep your eye on the action and to find out where your club should finish.

Souths can't win NRL says Bob

Souths hero Bob McArthry has said that the Bunnies dont have the firepower to win the 2008 NRL season. Pointing out limited strike power out with, McArthry said they will struggle to trouble the likes of Melbourne and Manly in the Rugby League corridors of power this season.

It's a tough call on Souths as they begin their planning for NRL in 2008. They are currently in the USA for a trial game against the Leeds Rhinos.

Souths will certainly be in with a shot in 2008; their NRL squad boasts some top notch Kiwi internationals and a growing confidence base to help take them to the heights they deserve.

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