When it isn't your afternoon, it isn't your afternoon. Poor Tapine is learning that lesson the hard way.
The Sea Eagles have looked fantastic in spurts. They're not far off being a premiership squad this mob, just a couple of personnel changes would do it for Manly.
One of the best performances I've seen from a half all-season, some brilliant last tackle plays and really steered the ship well for his side.
Canberra are a gallant football side, but they're their own worst enemies. They live and die by the sword and eventually that style and choice of player takes it's toll. Still plenty to be proud of, how close is Nick Cotric to Rookie of the Year? He's been sensational for Canberra.
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