Knights secure strong fan presence ahead of prelim final against Panthers
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 10:59 PM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
The Newcastle Knights are gearing up for their preliminary final against the Penrith Panthers at Accor Stadium on Sunday. Two-thirds of the tickets sold for the match have been attributed to Knights supporters, indicating significant travel from the Newcastle area. The Knights advanced to this stage after defeating South Sydney and the Warriors in prior finals matches. Despite concerns over Nathan Cleary's foot injury for the Panthers, the Knights are positioned to challenge for a Grand Final spot next week.
- •Knights have two-thirds of ticket sales attributed to their supporters.
- •The prelim final is scheduled for Sunday at 4:05 pm.
- •Knights defeated South Sydney and the Warriors in prior finals.
- •Nathan Cleary's fitness remains uncertain ahead of the match.
- •Seven supporter buses will travel from Newcastle for the game.
- 10:59 PMZero Tackle NRL — Knights land first blow on Panthers ahead of blockbuster prelim final
"The boisterous Hunter faithful are set to make their presence felt on Sunday.
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