The Parramatta Eels can confirm five players will miss their NRLW Round 4 match against the Brisbane Broncos through injury and suspension.
Kelsey Clark suffered an ACL injury during her NRLW debut against the Newcastle Knights on Sunday, ruling her out for the remainder of the season.
Rosie Beckett is unavailable for selection this week after suffering a concussion against the Knights.
Jade Fonua (hand) and Shontelle Stowers (ankle) will remain on the sidelines after picking up injuries in Round 1 and Round 2, respectively.
Co-Captain Kennedy Cherrington will be unavailable for the Eels' next four matches after she was suspended for a dangerous throw at the NRL Judiciary.
Elsie Albert and Rachael Pearson are in line to make their long-awaited Eels debuts this week after both missed the first three matches of the season with calf injuries.
Casualty Ward
| Player | Injury | Expected Return |
|---|---|---|
| Elsie Albert | Calf | Round 4 |
| Rosie Beckett | Concussion | Round 5 |
| Kennedy Cherrington | Suspension | Round 8 |
| Kelsey Clark | ACL | Season |
| Jade Fonua | Hand | Round 6-8 |
| Rachael Pearson | Calf | Round 4 |
| Shontelle Stowers | Ankle | TBC |
