Rd 13 - Dragons v Eels Preview
Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 12:20 PM
Dragons v Eels Oki Jubilee StadiumFriday, 7.30pm

The Dragons should be razor keen in their first match for the year at Kogarah.

Form: Both carry winning form into this match; the Dragons have scored convincing victories over the Warriors and the Knights, while Parramatta ended a four-game losing streak when they held out the Roosters 22-20 last Sunday.

History: The Dragons have an imposing record at Oki Jubilee – seven wins from their past eight games – and they shaded the Eels 25-22 when the teams clashed there in round 24 last season. Head-to-head count favours the Eels 7-3, with one drawn.

Danger sign: Serious disruption to the Dragons’ halves could halt their momentum. They were coping without regular halfback Mathew Head, but the loss of Trent Barrett to suspension is a major setback.

Money-spinner: Spend a dollar on Mark Gasnier as First Tryscorer. He was hot against the Knights and the added responsibility, now Barrett is out, should suit him.

Source: Big League