Dolphins defeat Titans as coaches debate officiating impact in season finale

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Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Dolphins defeat Titans as coaches debate officiating impact in season finale
Summary

The Dolphins ended the Titans' 2026 NRL season with a 24-20 victory in their final match. Titans coach Josh Hannay expressed frustration over officiating, specifically citing the sin-binning of Keano Kini and a contested try awarded to Herbie Farnworth. Hannay argued that multiple pivotal calls prevented his team from securing the win despite their late-game momentum. Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf acknowledged that his side benefited from some contentious decisions, including the Kini sin-binning and the Farnworth try, while noting that the Titans also received favorable rulings in the second half. The match ended with the Titans twice reduced to 12 men, including a late binning of Moeaki Fotuaika. The Dolphins now look ahead to the upcoming finals series, while the Titans enter the off-season.

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  • The Dolphins secured a 24-20 win over the Titans to conclude the regular season.
  • Josh Hannay criticized officiating decisions regarding the sin-binning of Keano Kini and Moeaki Fotuaika.
  • Kristian Woolf admitted the Dolphins benefited from controversial calls during the match.
  • The Dolphins now advance to the NRL finals competition.
  • The Titans finish their 2026 season following this loss.
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Titans were four points away from securing an upset over the Dolphins.

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