Overview

• Coach Anthony Seibold’s move to place Tom Trbojevic at centre produced two try assists and snapped a four-match losing streak.
• The win at Brookvale Oval propelled Manly into the NRL’s top eight and eased scrutiny on Seibold’s mid-season overhaul.
• Wests Tigers extended their losing run to six games while missing Jarome Luai to an infection boil and Api Koroisau to concussion protocols.
• Lehi Hopoate’s debut at fullback was marred by handling errors, raising questions about Manly’s backline depth.
• Manly seek to sustain their revival when they face South Sydney in Round 18 at 4 Pines Park on Old Boys Day.