The Sydney Roosters will head into the NRL Finals following another memorable regular season, with 2026 delivering significant Club and individual milestones, historic performances and record support from Members and fans.
From qualifying for a tenth consecutive Finals Series to record-breaking crowds and membership, a second straight S.G. Ball Cup premiership and a host of individual achievements, Rounds 1-27 provided plenty of moments to celebrate.
A Decade of Finals Football
The Roosters secured a place in the NRL Finals for the 10th consecutive season, making the Club the only team to have featured in every Finals Series from 2017 through to 2026.
The Tricolours also finished the regular season inside the Top Four for the ninth time in the past 14 seasons, with only Melbourne recording more Top Four finishes during that period.
It continues an extended period of consistency for the Club, while setting the stage for another Finals campaign.
A Record-Breaking Night
Round 22 produced one of the most remarkable performances in the history of first grade rugby league, with the Roosters' victory over North Queensland rewriting the record books.
The Roosters piled on 82 points, the most scored by a first grade team since 1935 and the third-highest total of all time.
Their 70-point winning margin has only been bettered on three occasions in first grade history, while the Club's 14 tries represented the most scored in a match since 1935 and the fourth-most of all time.
The Roosters also kicked 13 goals – the most by a first grade team since 1973 and equal-fourth most in history.
At the centre of the performance was Sam Walker, who produced a night for the ages.
Walker scored 36 points, a mark bettered just three times in first grade history, while his 12 goals have also only been surpassed on three occasions.
The performance also saw Walker become just the third Roosters player to reach 800 first grade points for the Club.
Milestones Across the Season
The season featured significant milestones for some of the Club's longest-serving players.
Daniel Tupou began the year by playing a 15th season of first grade. Only Ray Stehr has played more seasons in the famous Roosters colours.
By Round 10, Tupou had scored his 191st first grade try to move into outright third for the most tries in first grade history.
Then came another piece of Club history in Round 19, when Tupou became just the fifth player to reach 300 first grade appearances for the Roosters. No other Club has produced more than three 300-game players.
By Round 27, Tupou had made his 303rd appearance in the Red, White and Blue, moving into outright third for the most first grade games in Club history.
Captain James Tedesco continued to add his name to the Roosters record books. In Round 5, he captained the Club for the 122nd time, moving past Jake Friend into outright second for most games as Roosters first grade captain.
Tedesco then became just the 13th player to reach 200 first grade games for the Roosters in Round 17.
That same match saw Sam Walker become the 82nd player to reach 100 first grade games for the Club.
There were plenty of other milestones throughout the season, with Nat Butcher playing an 11th first grade season for the Roosters, while Lindsay Collins and Victor Radley each reached a decade in first grade.
Angus Crichton became the 31st player to reach 150 first grade games for the Club in Round 8, while in Round 24, Daly Cherry-Evans played his 373rd first grade match to move into outright second for the most appearances in first grade history.
There was also a significant achievement in the coaches' box.
In Round 16, Trent Robinson coached the Roosters for the 350th time, joining Wayne Bennett and Craig Bellamy as the only coaches to have coached a single Club in more first grade matches.
Record Support from Members and Fans
The achievements on the field were matched by another record-breaking year in the stands.
Across all 12 home matches in 2026, the Roosters averaged more than 26,000 fans, surpassing that mark for the first time in Club history.
It was the third-highest home attendance average in the NRL and the highest of any NSW Club, with the Roosters now leading NSW attendance averages in three of the past four seasons.
At Allianz Stadium, the Club averaged more than 25,000 fans across its 10 home matches for the first time, with only Brisbane recording a higher average attendance at its primary home venue in 2026.
The Club also surpassed 24,000 Members, representing an increase of almost 15 per cent on the previous Club record.
The support of Roosters Members and fans throughout the season has once again played an important role in making Allianz Stadium one of the great home grounds in rugby league.
Roosters on the Representative Stage
Roosters players were again strongly represented at the highest levels of the game throughout 2026.
Mark Nawaqanitawase and Victor Radley made their NSW State of Origin debuts, joining Roosters teammates Reece Robson and James Tedesco in the Blues squad.
For Queensland, Sam Walker made his Origin debut, alongside Lindsay Collins and Robert Toia.
Connor Watson and Blake Steep represented the Indigenous All-Stars in the annual pre-season clash with the Māori All-Stars.
The Roosters' international representation continued beyond the NRL season.
Nawaqanitawase earned his first Test selection for Australia for the 2026 Ashes Series, joining Lindsay Collins and Angus Crichton in the Kangaroos squad, whilst James Tedesco was unavailable to tour.
Across the Pacific Championships, Naufahu Whyte represented New Zealand; Benaiah Ioelu represented Samoa; Daniel Tupou, Siua Wong and Robert Toia represented Tonga; while Makahesi Makatoa and Rhys Dakin represented the Cook Islands.
The Next Generation
Success extended throughout the Club's pathways system in 2026.
The Roosters' S.G. Ball Cup side claimed a second consecutive premiership, defeating the Newcastle Knights 28-24 in the Grand Final to complete another outstanding season for the Club's Under 19s program.
Carter Mareko, Darcy Smith, Eddy Cayless and James Finegan also represented NSW in the annual Under 19s Origin clash against Queensland, while injuries ruled Itula Seve and Lui Lee out of representing NSW and Queensland respectively. Rex Bassingthwaighte withdrew from the NSW side after earning selection in the Roosters' NRL team.
Darcy Smith and Liam Bell also earned Australian Schoolboys honours, representing their country against the PNG Junior Kumuls.
Together, those achievements provide another encouraging indication of the young talent continuing to progress through the Roosters pathways.
Members, Have Your Say
With the regular season complete, Roosters Members now have the opportunity to have their say on the standout moments and performers of 2026.
Members can cast their vote for the 2026 Members' Player of the Year, recognising the player they believe made the greatest contribution across the regular season.
Members can also vote for the 2026 Try of the Year, choosing their favourite from some of the best finishes, combinations and individual efforts of the season.
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Voting is exclusive to Sydney Roosters Members.
The Finals Await
After 27 rounds, the focus now turns to September.
A tenth consecutive Finals appearance continues a remarkable period of consistency for the Roosters, but the opportunity ahead is what matters most.
Thank you to every Member and fan who has been part of the journey throughout the 2026 regular season. Now, it's Finals time.
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