The Parramatta Eels are gearing up for a blockbuster 2026 NRLW campaign, with the newly released draw revealing 11 rounds of exciting contests and several NRL/NRLW double headers that promise plenty of highlights for the Blue & Gold.
The Eels women begin their season at home on Sunday, 5 July with a double header at CommBank Stadium, taking on local rivals the Wests Tigers before the NRL side meets the Manly Sea Eagles.
They then hit the road in Round 2, facing the St George Illawarra Dragons at WIN Stadium on Sunday, 12 July, followed by a trip north to battle the Gold Coast Titans in Round 3 on Sunday, 19 July.
Round 4 brings the action back to Sydney, where the Eels host the New Zealand Warriors at Eric Tweedale Stadium on Sunday, 26 July. The following week, they head to Wagga Wagga—Rachael Pearson’s hometown—for Magic Round, taking on the Newcastle Knights on Sunday, 2 August.
The Round 6 matchup sees the Eels travel to Allianz Stadium to play the Sydney Roosters on Sunday, 9 August. They return to CommBank Stadium in Round 7 for a clash with the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs on Saturday, 15 August, as part of another double header ahead of the NRL team’s Round 24 meeting with the North Queensland Cowboys.
Round 8 sends the team to Shark Park to meet the Cronulla Sharks on Sunday, 23 August.
The final stretch includes a Round 9 home double header against the reigning premiers, the Brisbane Broncos, before the NRL squad faces Cronulla. The Eels then head to GIO Stadium in Round 10 to take on the Canberra Raiders, before finishing the regular season at home against the North Queensland Cowboys on Saturday, 12 September.
Eels CEO Jim Sarantinos said the club is enthusiastic about what is shaping up to be a milestone season for women’s rugby league.
“We’re thrilled about the year ahead and the continued growth of our NRLW program,” Sarantinos said.
“Our players, coaches, and staff have worked tirelessly to build a strong platform, and 2026 is another great chance to showcase that progress. We’re looking forward to seeing our members and fans pack the stands—especially for our three double headers at CommBank Stadium—to support the team.”
With a blend of home fixtures, interstate trips, and the buzz of Magic Round, the Eels are set for an unforgettable 2026 NRLW season.
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