Manly to face Broncos without Trbojevic, Saab and three other regulars
Anthony Seibold has urged resilience following the sidelining of five starters by injuries or illness ahead of Saturday’s Brookvale Oval fixture
Overview
- Five regulars—fullback Tom Trbojevic (corked thigh), winger Jason Saab (illness), lock Jake Trbojevic (concussion), Siua Taukeiaho (calf) and Taniela Paseka (Achilles)—will miss the Brisbane clash
- Manly are 0-9 in matches without both Trbojevic and Saab since 2021, intensifying the challenge against the Broncos
- Captain Daly Cherry-Evans’ availability will be decided on game day after he completes State of Origin duties
- Seibold has taken a conservative approach to managing Trbojevic’s thigh issue to safeguard his return for next week’s game
- Lehi Hopoate is set to fill the fullback role after four appearances there this season and has earned praise for consistent performances