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Your Complete Guide to Following the Sydney Roosters in the NRL

Everything you need to know about getting tickets, watching games and becoming a true Tricolours fan.

By The Daily Sydney · Published 9 January 2026 at 7:10 pm

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Updated 26 June 2026 at 1:00 pm

Your Complete Guide to Following the Sydney Roosters in the NRL

The Sydney Roosters are one of the most storied clubs in rugby league, playing their home games at Allianz Stadium in Moore Park. The Tricolours, as they are known to fans, have called the eastern suburbs home since the earliest days of the game, and their passionate supporter base stretches across Sydney and well beyond. Whether you are a lifelong devotee or just discovering the game, following the Roosters is one of the great pleasures of a Sydney winter.

Tickets to home games are available through the club's official website and through Ticketek. The easiest way to lock in your seat is to become a member, which gives you priority access before tickets go on general sale. Membership packages range from supporter-level options right through to reserved seating and premium experiences, so there is something to suit every budget. Buying early is recommended for blockbuster matches against rival Sydney clubs, as these fixtures sell out quickly.

Getting to Allianz Stadium is straightforward on public transport. Trains run regularly to Museum or Central stations, with a short walk through Moore Park to the ground. Buses also serve the precinct directly on match days, and the venue is well-signed from surrounding streets. If you are driving, paid parking is available nearby but fills fast, so the train is often the smarter choice. The stadium itself is a modern facility with excellent sightlines from every stand, great food and drink options, and a genuine atmosphere when the Roosters faithful get behind their side.

For fans who cannot make it to the ground, NRL matches are broadcast live on free-to-air television through Nine Network and on pay television via Fox League. The NRL also offers its own streaming subscription through NRL+, which covers every game of the season. Radio broadcasts are available on local Sydney stations, and the club's own social media channels and app keep supporters up to date with news, training reports and behind-the-scenes content throughout the week.

The NRL season runs from March through to the grand final in October, meaning there is nearly eight months of football to enjoy. Home games at Allianz Stadium typically kick off on Friday nights or Sunday afternoons, and the atmosphere under the lights for a Friday night fixture is hard to beat. Joining a supporter group or heading to a local RSL or sports club to watch away games with fellow Roosters fans is another great way to be part of the experience, especially if you are new to Sydney.

Sources: Sydney Roosters official site NRL official site Allianz Stadium

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