Photo / PhotosportOPINIONLosers – Warriors fansYou could argue the Warriors were bigger losers from the NRL grand final than the Parramatta Eels. Cleary's first stint didn't go great in Penrith but their decision to commit to Cleary a second time is paying dividends. Over the time since he left New Zealand, the Warriors have one playoff appearance across 10 seasons and that resulted in one playoff defeat. They've made the last three grand finals with back-to-back wins, each one a reminder for Warriors fans of what might have been. Losers – New Zealand FootballNot sure if New Zealand Football will be holding their Christmas party at a brewery this year.

Source: New Zealand Herald October 04, 2022 00:59 UTC