Canberra Raiders vs North Queensland Cowboys predictions, May 31, 2026

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As the Canberra Raiders prepare to host the North Queensland Cowboys on May 31, 2026, both teams enter the match with contrasting recent performances. The Raiders have secured just two victories in their last five encounters, indicating potential vulnerabilities, particularly in maintaining momentum at crucial moments. In contrast, the Cowboys are on a hot streak, having won four of their last five matches, showcasing their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and display tactical cohesion.

From a strategic standpoint, the Raiders will need to leverage their home advantage to assert dominance early in the game. Their goal will be to structure their defense effectively while finding gaps in the Cowboys’ line. The Cowboys, meanwhile, will look to maintain their form and utilize their explosive attacking style, which has been a significant factor in their recent successes.

Bookmakers have set the odds at 1.64 for a Raiders win and 2.34 for a Cowboys victory, reflecting a belief in the home side’s capabilities. Our model indicates a 55.1% probability of a Raiders victory, underscoring the tight nature of the contest. With a predicted final score of 30:26, this matchup promises to be a closely contested affair, with no guaranteed outcomes as both teams vie for crucial points.

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Canberra 54%

Draw 3.8%

North Queensland 42.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 30:26

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.75	20	2.25
	1.71	31	2.16
	1.67	23	2.15
	1.66	22.42	2.34

Latest Results

21.05.26 Canberra Raiders – Dolphins NRL – 22:30 10.05.26 Canberra Raiders – Penrith Panthers – 18:30 02.05.26 Gold Coast Titans – Canberra Raiders – 12:28 23.04.26 Wests Tigers – Canberra Raiders – 33:14 17.04.26 Canberra Raiders – Melbourne Storm – 26:22

24.05.26 North Queensland Cowboys – South Sydney Rabbitohs – 30:18 16.05.26 Sydney Roosters – North Queensland Cowboys – 12:18 08.05.26 North Queensland Cowboys – Parramatta Eels – 30:33 OT 01.05.26 Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs – North Queensland Cowboys – 12:28 24.04.26 North Queensland Cowboys – Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – 46:34

Facts

Let’s watch a game between a leader and an outsider (ranked 14 and 5 in the zone Promotion ~ NRL (Play Offs: )).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Canberra won 0.

Recent performances by Canberra have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).

North Queensland is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).

Canberra may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Canberra won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 14 matches, and goals 394:460. (average 19.7:23).

Including home matches between the teams, Canberra won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 214:198. (average 23.8:22).

Latest Head To Head

29.03.25 North Queensland Cowboys – Canberra Raiders – 30:20 17.08.24 North Queensland Cowboys – Canberra Raiders – 42:4 14.06.24 Canberra Raiders – North Queensland Cowboys – 16:34 24.02.24 Canberra Raiders – North Queensland Cowboys – 26:36 04.03.23 North Queensland Cowboys – Canberra Raiders – 19:18

Standings

Main

		Pl	W	L		Pts
1	Penrith Panthers	11	10	1	349:146	20
2	New Zealand Warriors	11	9	2	350:194	20
3	Manly Sea Eagles	11	7	4	317:208	16
4	Sydney Roosters	10	7	3	293:232	16
5	NQ Cowboys	12	8	4	317:290	16
6	South Sydney Rabbitohs	11	6	5	324:266	14
7	Dolphins	11	6	5	290:239	14
8	Newcastle Knights	11	7	4	312:284	14
9	Cronulla Sharks	10	5	5	294:260	12
10	Wests Tigers	10	5	5	253:269	12
11	Brisbane Broncos	11	5	6	226:283	10
12	Canterbury Bulldogs	11	4	7	203:296	10
13	Melbourne Storm	12	4	8	296:314	8
14	Canberra Raiders	11	4	7	223:309	8
15	Parramatta Eels	11	4	7	235:379	8
16	Gold Coast Titans	11	2	9	192:280	6
17	St. George Illawarra Dragons	11	0	11	142:367	2

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