Kieran Foran assesses Manly's underwhelming 2026 NRL season
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 2:59 AM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026
Manly Sea Eagles coach Kieran Foran expressed disappointment over his team's 2026 season, where they failed to qualify for the NRL finals after a promising start. Following Anthony Seibold's departure, Foran took over and led the club to a strong mid-season position but struggled with a late-season collapse, winning only two of their last nine matches. Foran highlighted the challenges faced, including injuries, and stated that the team will look to build on their efforts as they prepare for the 2027 season. Despite losing players like Reuben Garrick and Nathan Brown, new signings are anticipated to strengthen the squad.
- •Manly finished ninth in the NRL, missing finals by two wins.
- •Foran took over as coach after a difficult start to the season.
- •The team had a significant mid-season resurgence before a late slump.
- •Foran aims to improve consistency and competitiveness for 2027.
- •Manly will welcome several new players for the upcoming season.
- 2:59 AMZero Tackle NRL — Kieran Foran delivers final verdict on Manly’s 2026 season
"The Sea Eagles experienced the ultimate rollercoaster of a year.
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