Roosters claim premiership with 19-18 grand final win over Knights
Sydney Roosters defeated Newcastle 19-18 in Sunday's NRL grand final at Accor Stadium.
After a dramatic comeback, the Roosters held on to win 19-18 and claim their first premiership in seven years. The team celebrated on the field with the trophy, catching up with family and friends before heading to the sheds where champagne and beers flowed.
Players then took a reflective moment on the field after media had left, soaking in the victory. The celebrations extended onto the roof of Accor Stadium as hundreds of supporters watched from the streets below.
The party continued into Monday at a fan fest at Moore Park, where Roosters supporters turned out in huge numbers.
- 19-18
- Grand final score
- 7 years
- Years since last premiership
- Accor Stadium
- Venue
- Newcastle Knights
- Opponent
Why it mattersThe Roosters' first grand final win since 2019 ends a seven-year premiership drought for one of rugby league's most storied clubs.
AustraliaSydney's iconic rugby league team is back on top, delivering a major victory for New South Wales supporters and the NRL competition.
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