We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Britt was alongside his fellow Australian Albert for the 2002 success with St Helens. We are compensated for referring traffic and business to Amazon and other companies linked to on this site.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'fluentrugby_com-banner-2','ezslot_9',103,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-fluentrugby_com-banner-2-0');report this ad. In 2019, the Government of New South Wales secured the grand final for Stadium Australia until at least 2046.[5]. He was named the 2021 Dally M Medallist, which is awarded to the NRLs best player of the season. Its interesting to note how the skill factors required changed as the laws changed and the limited tackle follows the NFL evolution, but we actually use the foot to deliver the ball to the wing whereas they use the arm to get the football to the receivers. "You could also look to Queenslands series loss in 2014 being largely due to Cronks absence with a broken arm. It was also St. George's 10th straight premiership. The Cowboys win 17-16 and the game goes down as one of the most memorable and exciting Grand Finals ever. The 2006 Official Rugby League Annual, compiled by David Middleton, This page was last edited on 4 March 2023, at 04:25. 10. 2014 - South Sydney Rabbitohs vs Canterbury Bulldogs Grand Final - A broken cheekbone and a goanna. In 2021, Cook had the third-most tackles and the second-most dummy-half runs of any player in the NRL. They manage to hold on and win the Grand Final 14-12. The flying winger had a hugely successful career and marked his return to Super League - after starting his professional career at Hull FC - by lifting the title at the end of his first season at Headingley after Leeds had claimed the League Leaders' Shield that season. [48], 1987 Manly defeat Canberra 188 in the last grand final played at the Sydney Cricket Ground. **The 2021 NRL Grand Final was played at Suncorp Stadium and kicked off at a time of 6:30pm local time (7:30pm in New South Wales/Victoria) due to daylight saving. It is a major sport event in Australia. 2002 Pre-game entertainment Billy Idol arrived on ground on board a hovercraft, but due to technical issues "waiting for some power" he did not perform. Cook is known for his quick thinking, agility, and incredible passing skills, which allow him to set up scoring opportunities for his teammates. Most teams in one location - Gold Coast, four The Giants, Seagulls, Chargers and the Titans. During the 80s, the Bulldogs were a dominant force in the competition appearing in five Grand Finals, 1980, 1984, 1985, 1986 and 1988, winning four of them which was 1980 (18-4 against Eastern Suburbs ), 1984 (6-4 against Parramatta Eels ), 1985 (7-6 against St. George Dragons) and 1988 (24-12 against Balmain Tigers ), only to lose in 1986 (4-2 [38], 1943 Newtown defeat North Sydney 347 at the Sydney Cricket Ground in front of a then record crowd of 60,922. Ben Harris (Canterbury Bulldogs 2004/Bradford 2005). As always you can unsubscribe at any time. One that I'm sure no one can disagree with on making the list. Luke Keary won the Clive Churchill Medal following the Roosters' 21-6 win over Melbourne in 2018. He puts his foot on the pedal, and flies to the try line. The Panthers have won the 2022 NRL grand final by 16 points, after a near-faultless display in attack saw them beat the Eels 28-12 at Accor Stadium on Sunday night. It may not display this or other websites correctly. 2021- The NRL Grand Final was played at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, the first time ever outside of Sydney, as it was not possible for the match to be played at Stadium Australia due to the COVID-19 lockdown in New South Wales. This was the first night grand final, the first top level rugby league grand final to be played outside of Sydney before a record crowd for any sporting event in Queensland of 58,912. The win meant so much to so many - unless of course you were a Manly fan. With Cowboys Matt Bowen approaching and Marshall getting closer to the sideline, he sees Pat Richards screaming up behind him. Ray Warren from the commentary box - "Bill Harrigan is about to make one of the biggest calls that's ever been made in 100 years of rugby league.". Josh Addo-Carr believes the NRL should introduce a grand final sprint and has backed Manly speedster Jason Saab as the fastest man in the competition. First-grade games played between premiership teams are included, but not mid-week competitions, pre-season warm-up games or NRL Nines games. We would see the favourites and defending premiers the Sydney Roosters be toppled by a resilient and deserving Penrith Panthers side which included the likes of Craig Gower, Preston Campbell and Luke Priddis. Note: Figures in boldface are currently playing in the NRL. All he has to do is put the ball down to score, but the instant he receives the ball, he gets knocked out by a high shot from Dragons Jamie Ainscough and drops it. 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[42], 1963 St. George beat Western Suburbs 83 in a match famous for the iconic 'Gladiators' photo of Norm Provan and Arthur Summons covered in mud. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. The next Immortals enshrinement is scheduled for 2022. Danny Buderus (Newcastle Knights 2001/Leeds 2011). [37], 1924 Balmain defeat South Sydney 30 at the Sydney Cricket Ground in the lowest scoring grand final. In conclusion, the NRL has once again showcased an array of incredible talent in the 2023 season. Can NRL players play for other countries? We also have sports winners lists, and about major sports events and a summary of every year. James Tedesco is a fullback who plays for the Sydney Roosters. In a touching moment, a young Johnathan Thurston who wore the number 18 jersey for the game due to Price being ruled out, gave his Grand Final ring to his captain who he felt deserved it more than anyone. Cayless started as a prop alongside Morley during the Roosters' 2002 NRL Grand Final win, and would play in the World Club Challenge against future club St Helens in 2003. He has an enormous influence on the Roosters' game and he is certainly a champion player., Asked if Cronk should be considered along with Thurston, Smith and Slater as a future Immortal, Coote said: I think he would be up there with them. Otherwise the Dragons of the 50s would leave him for dead. This means that the likes of Darren Lockyer, Brad Fittler, Glenn Lazarus, Allan Langer, Laurie Daley, Steve Rogers and Peter Sterling will be in the running for 2022, whilst this cohort will be looking at 2026 to come into the mix all vying for Immortals status in that year and onwards.. The Maroons were on top in Game 1 until he departed, he missed Game 2 when the series was lost and when he returned, the Maroons blitzed the Blues 32-8. These are the top 10 moments which NRL fans aren't likely to forget anytime soon! The National Rugby League (NRL) is the top professional league for men's rugby league teams in Australasia, currently with teams from Australia and New Zealand. He has won one NRL premiership with the Sea Eagles and was named the RLPA Player of the Year in 2019. Damien Cook is a hooker who plays for the South Sydney Rabbitohs and the NSW State of Origin team. The 2021 NRL grand final has hardly been a story of certainty. How to get NRL Grand Final tickets? Even players with solid NRL experience now, the likes of Zac Lomax and Moses Suli, just aren't doing what they need to do. [9] The trophy is awarded following each grand final to the captain of the winning club. Johnathan Thurston passes the ball to Michael Morgan, who drifts across the field, trying to work out what to do next. Darren Britt (Sydney Bulldogs 1995/St Helens 2002). [3] In 2013, the evening start resumed and has occurred since. Morley is the only Englishman on the list after a successful spell in the NRL with the Sydney Roosters. [citation needed] North Queensland Cowboys winger Kyle Feldt scored a try from a Michael Morgan try-assist after the full-time siren to level the game at 16-all. Tuivasa-Sheck is known for his speed, agility, and incredible footwork, which allows him to evade defenders and create scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates. There is no extra time and the replay is played on the following Tuesday, won by Manly 160. Something went wrong, please try again later. His impressive performances helped lead the Panthers to the 2021 NRL Grand Final, where they narrowly lost to the South Sydney Rabbitohs. T Between 2008 and 2012, a compromise was reached between official broadcaster Nine Network's preferred starting time of 7pm and the traditional starting time of 3pm, with the grand final beginning at 5pm AEDT. It was the biggest Grand Final score line in NRL history, and the first time a Grand Final team had been kept scoreless ion 30 years. The Grand Final will be played on Sunday October 2nd, 2022 at 7.30pm AEDT. Roosters Michael Crocker gets the ball on the 40m line and runs through a gap. From 1912 to 1925, no finals system was in place, however in 1916, 1922, 1923 and 1924, a match was played as a tiebreaker to decide the season's premiership winner. Dont forget to leave your opinions in the comments section below. [1] The first year it was held at Stadium Australia, it set a new record for attendance at an Australian rugby league game, with 107,999 people attending.[2]. He has won two Dally M Medals and a Golden Boot award. 2016 Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks win their first premiership in their 50th season by defeating Melbourne Storm 1412. King faced the media after Rovers' last minute defeat to Leigh Leopards on Friday evening. In the Preliminary final the week before, Bulldogs captain Steve Price was injured and ruled out of the Grand Final. Isaah Yeo, Moses Leota, and James Fisher-Harris were brutal in the pack, dominating their Parramatta counterparts. 1997 - Newcastle vs Manly Grand Final - Darren Albert crosses for the Holy Grail. This one definitely will not go down as one of the "greatest of all time, but the 2003 NRL grand final is still an enjoyable watch. Cameron Munster is a five-eighth who plays for the Melbourne Storm and the Queensland State of Origin team. The 2014 NRL Grand Final had a crowd of 83,833, which was the largest attendance at a sporting event at Stadium Australia since its 2001 reconfiguration.[57][58]. The game itself is usually preceded by an opening ceremony featuring entertainment and the singing of the national anthem by well-known Australasian and international musical acts. Wighton was tackled, and despite his protests to the referees, handed the ball over to the Roosters. David Furner (Canberra Raiders 1994/Leeds 2004). 2019 - Canberra Raiders vs Sydney Roosters - "But it was called six again!". From the genius of Nathan Cleary to the blistering speed of Damien Cook, these players have proven that they are truly the cream of the crop. It's regathered by Mark Hughes, who passes it to Darren Albert who is tackled on Manly's 20m line by John Hopoate and Cliff Lyons. Cleary is known for his exceptional passing and kicking skills, as well as his ability to control the game and make crucial decisions under pressure. You are using an out of date browser. The NRL present premiership rings for the players and coach of grand final winning sides. 2020 Contested on 25 October, three weeks later than originally scheduled, due to the season being suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic.[55]. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. This time it was Manly who destroyed the Storm, smashing their opponents 40-0. Traditionally, Advance Australia Fair is sung before every match. Most successful player: Norm Provan, 10 wins (St George) Most successful captain: Ken Kearney, five wins, 1956-60 (St George) Most successful coach: Wayne Bennett, seven wins, 1992-93, 1997*-98, 2000, 2006 (Brisbane), 2010 (St George Illawarra) Most tries (team): Eight, Newtown 1943; South Sydney, 1951; Eastern Suburbs, 1975; Manly, 2008 Source: Rugby League Tables & Statistics. They won two junior grand finals together playing for the Glenmore Park Brumbies in the Penrith rugby league competition. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. First grade rugby league in NSW began in 1908, the first premiership deciding game was played at the Royal Agricultural Society Showground, with Souths defeating Easts 1412. The victory meant Keary joined a select group of players to have won a premiership at multiple . He was named the 2020 NRL Rookie of the Year and has quickly become one of the most exciting players in the league. Later return to the Rhinos as head coach in 2019 on a three-year contract but was sacked after just 14 Super League matches with the club stranded near the foot of the table. The full-back became the 15th member of the exclusive club when he helped Saints defeat Salford in the 2019 Grand Final, adding to his memorable golden-point triumph with the Cowboys in the 2015 NRL Grand Final. [6] However, after the Government of New South Wales scrapped plans to redevelop Stadium Australia in July 2020, the Grand Finals would return to being planned at Sydney Olympic Park until at least 2046. Tim Sheens 4 Premierships - 669 games, 340 wins, 11 draws, 318 losses - 50.62% Tim Sheens was a mobile forward for Penrith throughout the 70's and early 80's, playing for ten years at the top level before trying his hand at coaching. . Taaffe becomes the least experienced player to ever run out for an NRL Grand Final on Sunday, but . The match is always broadcast on free-to-air television in Australia, with live rights currently held by the Nine Network. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on. It's no secret that, for some reason, sport is just doomed to fail on the Gold Coast. The NRL Grand Final determines the champions of the National Rugby League club competition. Only Norm Provan (St George 1956-65) and Brian "Poppa" Clay (Newtown 1954-55, St George 1957-61, 1964-66) have played in more grand finals, while Eddie Lumsden (St George 1957-59, 1961-66). Played loose forward in the 2004 final, which proved to be the last appearance of his career. The previous year the same two teams played in the decider, with Melbourne taking home the title winning 34-8. Would have to be Glen Lazarus wouldn't it? The Ukrainian-based dance group Light Balance Kids was the first act to make it through to the finale, beating out "AGT" greats like Season 2 winner Terry Fator. Since 2015, Affinity Diamonds have produced the NRL premiership rings[10][11][12], Prize money of AUD$400,000 is awarded to the victorious club.[13]. St. George Illawarra lead 1814 before a late penalty try to Melbourne winger Craig Smith gives the Storm a 2018 win to become the first Victorian team to win a NRL premiership and the quickest NRL club to win their first ever premiership in only their second season. He is as good as I have seen.. From 1926 to 1953, finals were played under the Argus system, which produced a deciding game in two slightly differing ways. [50], 1997 Newcastle winger Darren Albert scores a try with six seconds left to deliver Newcastle their first ever premiership, 2216 over Manly. 1997 - Newcastle vs Manly Grand Final - Darren Albert crosses for the Holy Grail. *Melbourne Storm were stripped of 2007, 2009 premierships and 2006, 2007 and 2008 minor premierships, due salary cap breaches. 2003 - Penrith Panthers vs Sydney Roosters Grand Final - Scott Sattler's try saver. He has won two Dally M Medals and a Golden Boot award. He said that using cannabis 'actually really did help me', Stacey Solomon's new Channel 4 show wants homeowners left 'high and dry' by builders, The TV star's latest project is Stacey Solomon's Brickin' It! The game causes controversy due to Balmain's lay down tactics. Brycey Juniors Messages 2,110 Apr 30, 2008 #3 Lockyer, Webke, maybe Petero? The Australian was the starting centre in both showpiece events as the Bulldogs won 16-13 against city rivals Sydney Roosters in 2004, before helping Bradford to a 15-6 success over Leeds. In 2008, the Sea Eagles got their shot at redemption, with the two teams meeting once more. Gartner played in three successive Grand Finals during four seasons at Bradford, lining up in the second row during the 2001 and 2003 successes against Wigan. Pat Richards (West Tigers 2005/Wigan 2010 and 2013). List of all finals, grand finals and grand final replays from the NRL competition. Ron Coote, the last player to have played in nine grand finals and only one of four others to have achieved the feat before Cooper Cronk, believes the Sydney Roosters halfback deserves to be considered as a future Immortal. With seconds left on the clock the scores are tied up at 16 apiece. Only Norm Provan (St George 1956-65) and Brian Poppa Clay (Newtown 1954-55, St George 1957-61, 1964-66) have played in more grand finals, while Eddie Lumsden (St George 1957-59, 1961-66) and Coote (South Sydney 1965, 1967-71; Eastern Suburbs 1972, 1974-75) also played nine. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. Paul Broughton, who has been a player, coach or administrator for almost all of his 85 years, compares Cronk to legendary St George halfback Billy Smith, who played in seven grand finals during the Dragons' record run and was admitted to the Hall of Fame in 2008 as one of the top 100 players of the century. Damien Cook; Damien Cook is a hooker who plays for the South Sydney Rabbitohs and the NSW State of Origin team. [51], 1999 A record crowd of 107,999 watch the two newest clubs Melbourne Storm and St George Illawarra Dragons battle it out. Casualty Ward: Arrow, Tatola ruled out; Munster set for surgery, 2023 NRL Signings Tracker: Lodge elevated to top 30; Sivo re-signs, NRL.com Stats Team of the Decade unveiled, The colossal gulf left by Queensland's 'big four' of Cronk, Thurston, Smith and Slater. 1999 - Melbourne Storm vs St George Illawarra Dragons - The Penalty Try. Roosters 18-6) This one definitely will not go down as one of the "greatest of all time", but the 2003 NRL grand final is still an enjoyable watch. Richards makes his way to the inside of Marshall, where Marshall produces one of the most magical, left-handed, no look flick passes of all time. The Roosters' win did not come without any controversy during the game. Marijuana use in the NFL has been a topic of controversy and speculation for years. The NRL Grand Final Breakfast, attended by both teams, NRL officials and guests is held during the week before the game and screened live on Australian television. One of the most memorable Grand Finals in history - it really was better than Lego. Andrew Johns has a field goal attempt that is . From the ensuing set of six, Thurston kicked the winning field goal, and was subsequently awarded the Clive Churchill Medal. In 2021, Munster had the second-most try assists and the fourth-most line-break assists of any player in the NRL. Another centre who prospered a full decade after claiming the NRL title with Penrith in 1991 was Mackay. The Provan-Summons Trophy, the NRL's premiership trophy, is usually delivered to the field by an Australian Army helicopter shortly before kick off. Manly were embarrassed by their performance and the score line. 1951, 1957, 1959, 1968, 1970, 1982, 1983, 1995, 1997, 1940, 1947, 1967, 1974, 1979, 1986, 1994, 1998, 2012, 2014, 1909, 1936, 1945, 1948, 1956, 1964, 1966, 1988, 1989, 1918, 1925, 1932, 1950, 1958, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1909, 1910, 1912, 1913, 1916, 1933, 1940,1942, 1953, 1955, 1971, 1983, 1984, 1987, 1988, 1998, 1999, 1947, 1952, 1954, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1970, 1972, 2012, 2013, 2018, 1921, 1923, 1927, 1929, 1930, 1931, 1934, 1935, 1936, 1937, 1915, 1917, 1919, 1932, 1941, 1948, 1950, 1951, 1979, 1924, 1925, 1928, 1939, 1968, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1945, 1946, 1962, 1975, 1990, 2003, 2004, 2006, from Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles, 13 April 1975 to Newtown, 23 August 1975, from Brisbane Broncos, 2 April 2021 to Gold Coast Titans, 19 August 2021, from Melbourne Storm, 19 June 2020 to Melbourne Storm, 25 October 2020, from St. George Illawarra Dragons, 31 March 2002 to North Queensland Cowboys, 3 August 2002, from Newtown, 30 May 1908 to Glebe, 17 July 1909, from North Sydney, 15 June 1912 to Glebe, 28 June 1913, from Balmain, 28 April 1934 to Eastern Suburbs, 22 August 1936, from North Sydney, 25 July 1965 to Canterbury-Bankstown, 9 April 1967, from St. George, 23 June 1945 to St. George, 12 April 1947, from Eastern Suburbs Roosters, 25 April 1984 to St. George Dragons, 14 April 1985, from Penrith Panthers, 27 March 1977 to Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles, 14 August 1977, 19671968, 19701971, 19731976, 19781979, 19811983, 19851987. You have skipped the navigation, tab for page content. [44], 1969 Balmain win a controversial grand final 112 over South Sydney. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at the 10 best NRL rugby league players in 2023, including lots of statistics and interesting facts about each player, and explain why they are so good. The 1999 NRL Grand Final saw a new rugby league world record crowd of 107,999 was at Stadium Australia for the game. After Jonathan Thurston missed the sideline conversion, hitting the right post, the match went to golden point extra time, the first grand final to do so. "The negatives you hear about Cronk are that he lacks the ability to play outside structure, or that he doesnt have a Plan B if things are not working for him. It was not officially named the Provan-Summons Trophy until 2013, the 50th anniversary of the 1963 grand final. The Kyle Feldt kick-off to begin golden point was dropped by the Broncos' Ben Hunt. 2008 - Manly Sea Eagles vs Melbourne Storm Grand Final - The score was what?! document.write("Page last modified: "+ md.getDate()+" " + months[md.getMonth()] In 2021, he was named the NRLs best fullback and earned selection in the NSW State of Origin team. Once he scores, he crawls along the ground like a goanna, a nod to his aboriginal heritage, and a post try celebration that he has now become famous for. [citation needed]. In the blink of an eye, the Roosters make their way up the field, with Tedesco scoring what goes on to be the winning try. Coaches and selectors may also consider players fitness and injury history. With the score 18-14, Brett Kimmorley puts up a cross filed kick for Craig Smith who catches it in the in-goal. *The 1997 Super League grand final was a night time match. The Rhinos won 16-8 against Bradford to claim their first Super League title. While every Grand Final is memorable, some have moments that are truly unforgettable. Ray Warren cheers, "Albert will score! All of these deciding games are now deemed to be grand finals, whether they were referred to as such at the time or not. Harris is the only player on the list to have won successive Grand Finals on either side of the globe. var months = new Array ("January","February","March","April","May","June","July","August","September","October","November","December") The 24-year-old star, who has won two premierships with the Roosters, is a big stage player. Johns get the ball from dummy half, runs down the blind side, looks to pass to Hughes on the wing, but decides to go back inside to an unmarked Albert who races over to score, and secures the Knights maiden premiership. Likewise, many would . Penrith never game them an. Their performances on the field have not only entertained fans but also inspired young players to strive for greatness. 2 memorable moments at either end of this amazing Grand Final. He has won one NRL premiership with the Rabbitohs and was named the Dally M Hooker of the Year in 2019. Hull City disciplinary situation as 37th-game amnesty looms large, Two City players are breathing a little easier after Friday night's game, Highlights as Hull FC reserves record impressive ten try win over London Broncos. We would see the favourites and defending premiers the Sydney Roosters be toppled by a resilient and deserving Penrith Panthers side which included the likes of Craig Gower . For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Graham Mackay (Penrith Panthers 1991/Bradford 2001). 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In the third minute, a Luke Keary kick was charged down, only for the ball to ricochet off the head of the Roosters' trainer who was on the field at the time; a scrum feed was then awarded to the Roosters, and 3 minutes later Roosters' Sam Verrills scored a try adjacent to the goalposts. Munster is known for his strength, speed, and incredible ball-handling skills, which allow him to break through tackles and create scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates. Talking NRL MP (1998 - onwards). He helped the Knights to a 30-24 NRL Grand Final triumph over Parramatta Eels in 2001 and had to wait 10 more years - the joint-longest on this list between first and last victories - before guiding Leeds to a 30-16 success over St Helens. [citation needed], 1966 St. George win their 11th straight premiership, at the time a world record in any football code. At the start of each year players across Super League set out to lift the trophy at Old Trafford but few actually realise their dream. Danny Moore (Manly Sea Eagles 1996/Wigan 1998). Here are the winners from every season since the first in 1908. He goes on to play the entire match injured, in what can only be described as a heroic effort. [56] The attendance, which saw 67,142 more people attend than had done so for the 1998 NRL Grand Final at the Sydney Football Stadium, broke the record attendance for a grand final, eclipsing the previous record of 78,065 set in 1965 when St. George defeated South Sydney 128 at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Tom Trbojevic is a fullback who plays for the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles. You get the sense when it comes to which player is more likely to have . Less than 24 hours ago there was no guarantee it would even be played this week let alone at Suncorp Stadium. Cooper is a great player and it is great to see him get to nine grand finals too, said Coote, who was on the short list for Immortal selection last year when Norm Provan and Mal Meninga were inducted, along with Dally Messenger, Dave Brown and Frank Burge from the pre-World War II era. "Also, it is hard to overlook a career winning percentage of 70.9%, grand final victories for two clubs, his role in elevating the Storm to a pre-eminent position in the game, his part in Queenslands Origin dynasty and Australias ongoing success at Test level. 2003 (Panthers def. While Cronk is widely considered to be behind Johnathan Thurston and ex-Storm team-mates Cameron Smith and Billy Slater in terms of future Immortal status, his achievement as the only player of the NRL era to play nine grand finals ensures he will be firmly in the debate. The ball is passed to Jack Wighton who gets tackled. The Provan-Summons Trophy is the NRL's main prize, awarded to the team that wins the premiership. Priddis was the Clive Churchill medalist and rightfully so, as he was involved in all three Penrith tries, scoring one and setting up two. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the match was attended by only 39,322 spectators because the Queensland Government limited Suncorp Stadium to seventy-five percent of its maximum capacity.