Sydney Roosters vs Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks predictions, Sep 19, 2026

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The upcoming NRL clash between the Sydney Roosters and the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks on September 19, 2026, promises to be a competitive encounter at the Roosters’ home ground. Both teams enter this matchup with contrasting recent form, significantly impacting their possibilities in this bout.

The Sydney Roosters have struggled in recent outings, managing only one victory from their last five matches. This inconsistency may reflect tactical challenges, primarily in their defensive structure and execution in the final third, which they will need to address to capitalize on their home advantage.

Conversely, the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks have fared slightly better, securing two wins in their past five matches. Their attacking capabilities could pose a significant threat, particularly if they can exploit any defensive lapses from the Roosters. With a well-rounded roster, the Sharks aim to maintain momentum and build on recent improvements.

Bookmakers currently favor the Roosters at odds of 1.44, indicating a heightened expectation of a home win, while the Sharks, at 2.75, suggest a less favorable but still viable opportunity for an upset. Model predictions reflect this uncertainty, with a 50.9% chance of a Roosters victory and a 40.6% probability for Cronulla-Sutherland. As such, this matchup is poised to be closely contested, with no guaranteed outcomes.

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Sydney 63.2%

Draw 4%

Cronulla-Sutherland 32.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 27:20

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.5	18	2.8
	1.48	30	2.74
	1.44	21	2.75
	1.41	22	3.05

Latest Results

13.09.26 Penrith Panthers – Sydney Roosters – 19:12 04.09.26 South Sydney Rabbitohs – Sydney Roosters – 50:20 29.08.26 Sydney Roosters – Dolphins NRL – 12:26 23.08.26 Sydney Roosters – Wests Tigers – 24:25 13.08.26 Penrith Panthers – Sydney Roosters – 6:12

12.09.26 Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – North Queensland Cowboys – 26:16 05.09.26 Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – Melbourne Storm – 20:24 30.08.26 Parramatta Eels – Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – 38:18 23.08.26 Gold Coast Titans – Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – 22:30 15.08.26 Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – Canberra Raiders – 20:24

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Sydney won 3.

Recent form of Sydney has been disappointing (last 5 games: 1 wins).

Cronulla-Sutherland has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

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

Sydney could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Sydney won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 437:416. (average 21.9:20.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Sydney won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 194:168. (average 24.3:21).

Latest Head To Head

21.06.26 Sydney Roosters – Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – 27:8 11.04.26 Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – Sydney Roosters – 22:34 13.09.25 Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – Sydney Roosters – 20:10 18.07.25 Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – Sydney Roosters – 31:18 24.05.25 Sydney Roosters – Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – 42:16

Standings

Draw

Play Offs

1/8-finals

1	Penrith Panthers (1)	Sydney Roosters (4)	19 : 12
4	Cronulla Sharks (5)	NQ Cowboys (8)	26 : 16
5	New Zealand Warriors (2)	Dolphins (3)	16 : 26
8	South Sydney Rabbitohs (6)	Newcastle Knights (7)	10 : 20

Quarter-finals

1	Penrith Panthers (1)	Bye
2	Sydney Roosters (4)	Cronulla Sharks (5)
3	Dolphins (3)	Bye
4	New Zealand Warriors (2)	Newcastle Knights (7)

Semi-finals

1	Penrith Panthers (1)	TBD #2
2	Dolphins (3)	TBD #4

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