Panthers vs Roosters Prediction and Tips - NRL Finals Week 1 2026
Last updated: Sep 7, 2026, 12:45AM | Published: Sep 6, 2026, 11:46PM
The Panthers will sqaure off with the Roosters in NRL Finals Week 1 action at Panthers Stadium on Sunday, September 13, beginning at 4:05pm AEST.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Panthers vs Roosters game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Penrith vs Sydney 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Panthers a 76% chance of winning against the Roosters in the first week of NRL finals.
Panthers vs Roosters: Odds
The latest Bet365 betting odds for this NRL clash at Panthers Stadium are shown below:
- Head to Head: Panthers $1.25, Roosters $3.75
- Line: Panthers -10.5 ($1.91), Roosters +10.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 42.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has the Panthers at $1.25 and the Roosters at $3.75.
The Panthers are listed as 10.5-point favourites against the Roosters, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Roosters (+10.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 42.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Panthers and the Roosters have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 42.5-point over/under is expected to go over 53% of the time.
Panthers vs Roosters: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Roosters at $3.75 with Bet365
- Line: Panthers -10.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 42.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Panthers vs Roosters betting tips are based on market-leading simulations and wagering expertise to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Panthers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Roosters to win is our recommended option due to the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges published on Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term success as a sports bettor.
Panthers vs Roosters: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Panthers vs Roosters at Panthers Stadium is the Panthers winning 27-16.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Panthers vs Roosters match on Sunday, September 13, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
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Panthers vs Roosters: Essential Details
The NRL Finals clash between the Panthers and Roosters at Panthers Stadium is scheduled to commence at 4:05pm AEST on Sunday, September 13.
- Teams: Penrith Panthers vs Sydney Roosters
- Date: Sunday 13 September 2026
- Kick-off: 4:05pm AEST
- Location: Panthers Stadium
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
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