Warriors vs. Roosters Predictions – NRL Round 1 2026

The NRL continues with Round 1 action between the Warriors vs. Roosters on Friday, March 6 at 6:00pm at Go Media Stadium.

The Warriors host the Roosters in one of the most exciting games in Round 1, where the Roosters opened as favourites.

Warriors vs. Roosters Predictions

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Best Bet

It’s not easy to bet against the Warriors at home, but with Luke Metcalf missing the first couple of months, they could struggle to produce the goods.

Metcalf was the Dally M Medal leader when he went down with injury last year, so he’s an important player, and the Roosters impressive roster could be too much in the opening round.

The Roosters have a quality team on paper, and if they stay injury free in 2026, they should make a deep playoff run. They have the likes of James Tedesco, Sam Walker, Mark Nawaqanitawase, and a bruising forward pack.

We expect them to win and cover the –4.5 spread. They have the dominant team on paper, and experience in key positions.

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Same Game Multi

Nawaqanitawase is a prolific try scorer, and although he’s heading to rugby, he should have another big NRL season in store. He has eight tries in his last three games, so the $1.76 odds are worth including in same game multis.

Daniel Tupou has the height to out leap the Warriors’ wingers, who are on the shorter side. He is a $1.90 chance to score a try, in what should be a high-scoring game.

We’re including over 39.5 points in our multi. They might have scored only 20 points in their last meeting, but conditions should be ideal, and it will allow for running rugby league.

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Best Value Bet

Punters get good odds for Nawaqanitawase to score the first try, and he likes to insert himself into the game early.

He’s a powerful runner, and although the Warriors have a good defence in the middle of the park, it’s lacking near the wing. That’s where Nawaqanitawase will be situated, and he will fancy his chances of crossing the line.

Take the $8 odds before they shorten on game day.