Bulldogs head coach defends players amid criticism of season performance

Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs head coach Cameron Ciraldo addressed the criticism directed at his players during the club's awards night on September 21, 2026. The Bulldogs finished 12th in the NRL this season, failing to meet expectations after a third-place finish the previous year. Ciraldo highlighted the challenges his players faced, noting their resilience in dealing with external pressures and injuries throughout the season. He stated that their struggles would serve as motivation for future success. The team looks to regroup ahead of the 2027 campaign.

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