Warriors Face Eels in Crucial NRL Showdown for Top-Four Spot

The **Warriors** are set to host the **Parramatta Eels** in a critical NRL clash on March 15, 2024, at **Go Media Stadium** in **Auckland**. With their aspirations for a top-four finish hanging in the balance, the Warriors aim to secure a win in their final home game of the regular season. Coach **Andrew Webster** has maintained an unchanged lineup following their recent victory against the **Gold Coast Titans**, where they triumphed 32-18.

In a strong show of consistency, the Warriors have named the same 22-man squad that faced the Titans. This includes key players such as **Adam Pompey**, **Marata Niukore**, **Leka Halasima**, and **Erin Clark**, all of whom will be making their 23rd consecutive appearance of the season. Notably, Pompey has participated in every minute of the Warriors’ games so far, totaling 662 minutes on the field.

The Warriors’ path to securing a top-four finish is straightforward: they must win their two remaining regular-season matches. Currently sitting on 34 points, they are two points ahead of both the **Brisbane Broncos** and **Cronulla Sharks**. However, their points differential of 26, following their recent win, adds an extra layer of pressure. A loss in either match could jeopardize their position, leaving their fate dependent on the outcomes of the other teams.

The Warriors faced the Eels in round 22 of the previous season, with the Eels emerging victorious with a score of 30-20. Historically, the Eels have had the upper hand, winning six of their last eight encounters against the Warriors. Despite their own finals hopes being dashed, the Eels pulled off a surprise win against the **Sydney Roosters** last week, and they could pose a significant challenge to the Warriors’ ambitions.

As the teams prepare for this pivotal matchup, the Warriors are determined to harness their home advantage and keep their top-four hopes alive. The stakes could not be higher, and fans are eager to witness the outcome of this electrifying contest.

**Warriors Team:**
1. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad
2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak
3. Adam Pompey
4. Rocco Berry
5. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck
6. Chanel Harris-Tavita
7. Tanah Boyd
8. James Fisher-Harris (c)
9. Wayde Egan
10. Demitric Vaimauga
11. Kurt Capewell
12. Marata Niukore
13. Erin Clark

**Interchange (from):**
14. Te Maire Martin
15. Eddie Ieremia-Toeava
16. Tanner Stowers-Smith
17. Leka Halasima
18. Taine Tuaupiki
20. Samuel Healey
22. Kalani Going

This match promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams having much to play for as the regular season draws to a close.