Daniel Tupou and Angus Crichton return to Roosters training

The Sydney Roosters are preparing for the upcoming NRL finals with the return of veteran winger Daniel Tupou and forward Angus Crichton to the training pitch. Both players participated in team drills on Monday as they recover from injuries, with Tupou expected to be available for the team's next match against the South Sydney Rabbitohs. Crichton is tracking toward a return for the first week of the finals following foot surgery earlier this season. The club currently sits in the top four and has secured a spot in the post-season despite losing its two most recent matches against the Wests Tigers and the Dolphins. Head coach Trent Robinson may manage his roster for the final regular-season fixture, though the team is looking to regain form ahead of the finals.

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