The Parramatta Eels are set for an exciting 2026 NRL season, with the official draw revealing plenty of positives for Members, fans, and players.
With blockbuster matchups, an extended home run, and the least travel kilometres of any NRL club, the draw provides the perfect platform for the Blue & Gold to build momentum on last season and connect with the Parramatta community across an action-packed year.
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Parramatta Eels CEO Jim Sarantinos said the 2026 draw presents a balance of excitement, opportunity, and connection for both the players and fans.
“This draw includes something for everyone including Saturday night blockbusters, family-friendly Sunday afternoon games, and a number of big Sydney derbies against traditional rivals,” Parramatta Eels CEO Jim Sarantinos said.
“We’re thrilled to have a strong run of games at CommBank Stadium in the early part of the season, and with away games against the Tigers and Panthers at CommBank Stadium, it provides our Members and fans with 13 opportunities to see the team live in PARRAdise.”
“We encourage all fans to fill the stands with Blue & Gold, get behind the players and make CommBank Stadium our fortress,” he added.
Blockbuster Start and Big Moments
After an intense pre-season, Jason Ryles’ squad will be fired up and ready to give their all for the badge.
Two trials will give the Eels a chance to shake the cobwebs with match ups against the Sharks at Henson Park on Sunday 15 February at 6pm, and Roosters at Gosford on Saturday 21 February at 6pm.
Our season formally kicks off in Round 1 against Melbourne Storm at AAMI Park on Thursday, March 5, followed by a Round 2 Thursday night clash against the Brisbane Broncos at Suncorp Stadium.
The Eels will enjoy five straight games at CommBank Stadium from Rounds 3 to 7, kicking off with a Multicultural Round celebration against the Dragons in Round 3. The Easter Monday clash with the Wests Tigers returns in Round 5, before a Round 7 blockbuster against the Bulldogs which will be dedicated to celebrating the 40-year reunion of the mighty Parramatta Eels 1986 Premiership team.
Round 11 will see the Eels host the Storm during Magic Round at Suncorp Stadium which will replace our traditional Darwin home game. Members and fans are encouraged to keep an eye out for ticket pre-sale dates.
The season will be interspersed with 3 byes during Rounds 12, 16 and 20, and the State of Origin Series.
Our run home includes return matchups against the Penrith Panthers, Wests Tigers, South Sydney Rabbitohs, and concludes with an away game in Round 27 against the St George Illawarra Dragons.
Minimal Travel and a Sydney-Focused Run Home
In a huge boost for the playing group, Parramatta will record the least amount of travel kilometres of any NRL club in 2026. After Round 13, every match will be played in Sydney, with the Eels leaving NSW just once in Round 25 against the Dolphins at Suncorp Stadium.
Special Rounds and Highlights
Fans can look forward to several themed rounds and community celebrations across the 2026 calendar, including:
- Round 3: Multicultural Round v Dragons (CommBank Stadium)
- Round 5: Easter Monday v Wests Tigers (CommBank Stadium)
- Round 7: 1986 Premiership team reunion v Bulldogs (CommBank Stadium)
- Round 8: ANZAC Round v Sea Eagles (4 Pines Park)
- Round 14: i4Give Cup v Bulldogs – Kings Birthday (Accor Stadium)
- Round 19: Jack Gibson Cup and Chad Robinson Medal v Roosters (Allianz Stadium)
- Round 23: Indigenous Round v Rabbitohs (Allianz Stadium)
- Round 24: Indigenous Round (Home Edition) v Cowboys (CommBank Stadium)
- Round 26: Member Appreciation Round and Johnny Mannah Cup v Sharks (Final Home Game)
Parramatta Eels 2026 NRL Season Draw Snapshot
- Play twice: Bulldogs, Cowboys, Dragons, Panthers, Rabbitohs, Sea Eagles, Storm and Wests Tigers
- Play once: Broncos (A), Dolphins (A), Knights (A), Raiders (H), Roosters (A), Sharks (H), Titans (H), Warriors (H)
- 5 straight games at CommBank Stadium from Rounds 3-7 (Home games against Dragons, Tigers, Titans, Bulldogs, Warriors, and an Away game against Panthers)
- Least amount of travel kilometres of any NRL Club – 9,563kms
- 12 free-to-air games
- After Round 13, all Eels games are Sydney based, and leave NSW once (Rd 25 v Dolphins)
2026 Membership and Hospitality
With a CommBank Stadium-heavy draw, minimal travel, and a calendar packed with major matchups and community events, 2026 promises to be a memorable season for the Parramatta Eels family.
Stay tuned for details on Member events at selected away games.
It’s time to rally behind the team, join or renew your Membership, and get ready for another year of passion in the Blue & Gold. Become a Member today!
Seasonal hospitality packages are now available.
See you in #PARRAdise!
