2020 NRL Finals Series Week 1: Penrith Panthers vs. Sydney Roosters October 01, 2020 by Marc Jerbs

On Friday, the Penrith Panthers will face the Sydney Roosters in the NRL Finals series Week 1.

Kick-off is set at 5:50PM AEST at the Panthers Stadium.

Back-to-back NRL champion Sydney Roosters ended their regular season with a 60-8 loss against the South Sydney Rabbitohs.

A road trip in Week 1 in the NRL Finals series will test the determination and spirit of the Roosters.

The Penrith Panthers will now test their mettle as they open for their NRL Grand Final quest.

The Panthers wreaked havoc in the regular season and will bring their 15-game winning streak in the NRL Finals series.

A lot is at stake in this game as the winner will move into the preliminary final and will earn a rest week while the loser will compete in NRL Finals series Week 2.

The sportsbook handicappers have installed the Penrith Panthers as the favorites to win over Sydney Roosters on Friday night.