Canterbury Bulldogs vs Parramatta Eels Prediction, Preview, Team News and More: NRL Round 14, 2024

The Canterbury Bulldogs and the Parramatta Eels take to the field on Monday, June 10, for a King's Birthday clash in the NRL Round 14. The Bulldogs will be eyeing a third successive win, while the Eels will look to register their first back-to-back wins of the season.

Last week, the Bulldogs recorded their first away win of the season. Without their Originn stars, they thumped Newcastle Knights 32-2 at the McDonald Jones Stadium.

With their Origin players back in the squad, another top display is expected from Canterbury on Monday. A win will push them into the top, taking their record to four wins in six games. The last time the Bulldogs recorded three consecutive wins was in 2019, and they will be out to match this record.

The Eels, meanwhile, were also victorious in the previous round, taking out Cronulla Sharks by 12 points. This victory ended a five-game losing streak and could be attributed to the return of captain Clint Gutherson and halfback Mitchell Moses.

However, it's difficult to envision Parramatta securing another victory this week, as they come up against a more fortified Canterbury side. Moreover, the Eels have lost all away games, while the Bulldogs are the only team who are undefeated in home games in 2024.

In the opening round of the season, Parramatta beat Canterbury 26-8, but Canterbury's strong home performance makes it unlikely for the Eels to win.

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Canterbury Bulldogs vs Parramatta Eels Form Guide

Canterbury Bulldogs Form Guide (WLLWW): The Canterbury Bulldogs are 11th in the NRL ladder.

Parramatta Eels Form Guide (LLLLW): The Parramatta Eels are 14th in the NRL ladder.

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Canterbury Bulldogs vs Parramatta Eels Team News

Canterbury Bulldogs

Injured: Chris Patolo (Knee), Daniel Suluka-Fifita (Knee), Ryan Sutton (Knee/hip), Josh Addo-Carr (Hamstring), Chris Patolo (Knee), Liam Knight (Calf), Viliame Kikau (Finger), Karl Oloapu (Neck)

Suspended: none

Parramatta Eels

Injured: Haze Dunster (Foot), Bailey Simonsson (Knee), Ofahiki Ogden (Pec), Haze Dunster (Foot), Ryan Matterson (Illness)

Suspended: none

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Canterbury Bulldogs vs Parramatta Eels Predicted Lineups

Canterbury Bulldogs

Backs: Connor Tracey, Jcob Kiraz, Bronson Xerri, Blake Wilson, Matt Burton, Toby Sexton, Stephen Crichton

Forwards: Kurt Mann, Jacob Preston, Samuel Hughes, Reed Mahoney, Max King, Jaeman Salmon

Interchange: Bailey Hayward, Lipoi Hopoi, Kurtis Morrin, Josh Curran

Reserves: Drew Hutchison, Poasa Faamausili, Blake Taaffe, Jake Turpin, Harry Hayes

Parramatta Eels

Backs: Sean Russell, Mitchell Moses, Blaize Talagi, Maika Sivo, Clinton Gutherson, Dylan Brown, Will Penisini

Forwards: Junior Paulo, Bryce Cartwright, J'maine Hopgood, Kelma Tuilagi, Reagan Campbell-Gillard, Brendan Hands

Interchange: Shaun Lane, Wiremu Greig, Joe Ofahengaue, Makahesi Makatoa

Reserves: Morgan Harper, Joey Lussick, Luca Moretti, Ryan Matterson, Daejarn Asi

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Canterbury Bulldogs vs Parramatta Eels Prediction

Prediction: Canterbury Bulldogs to win by 20 points