Eels vs. Panthers Predictions - NRL Round 21 2026

The NRL continues with Round 21 action between the Eels vs. Panthers on Thursday, July 23 at 7:50pm at CommBank Stadium.

Kicking off the week are the Eels and Panthers, where pressure is on the Panthers to perform after a shock loss last week.

Best Bet

Eels +14.5 @ $1.90

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There is trouble in paradise for the Panthers, who still lead the competition, but after three losses from their last four games, not everything is going to plan.

They lost to the Titans, Cowboys, and Broncos, with the loss last week being a big upset. Losing to the Queensland teams isn’t a good look, and although the Eels are out of finals’ contention, they’re always a sticky team to beat at the back end of the season.

The Eels couldn’t muster much against the Roosters in Round 19, but they come off a bye week, so they should be refreshed and ready to go. Their recent wins over Manly and Canberra bode well, and getting a +14.5 line is significant.

We expect a closer game than bookmakers do, and we have the Eels doing enough to cover the spread.

Same Game Multi

Eels +14.5, Brian To'o Anytime Try Scorer, Josh Addo-Carr Anytime Try Scorer, Over 44.5 @ $7.00

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Brian To’o has got back to his best try-scoring form, and he should cross for the Panthers. He played his best footy when the Panthers have their backs against the wall, and although the odds are on the shorter side of value, he should be crossing for a try.

Josh Addo-Carr is a player who always puts in for the Eels. He still has electric speed and power, and a try could be enough to keep the Eels in the contest. We have him stepping up and scoring a try at value odds.

Over 44.5 points is a good total from bookmakers. They combined for 68 points in their earlier game this year, which is the best form guide for this game.

Best Value Bet

Panthers 1-12 @ $3.30

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We predict a close game, but the Panthers should prevail. They have a good record against the Eels, including two one-sided wins recently. However, these are different circumstances on Thursday, and it should be a tight struggle.

The Panthers didn’t play well against the Broncos, so their confidence levels should have taken a dive. They need a settling win, but it should come by a smaller margin than expected, so take the $3.30 odds for a 1-12 win.

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