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Eagle or falcon? How Jason Saab hatched a plan for a rugby league ‘headed’ try

The Manly winger decided last week he was going to head the ball soccer-style if he got the chance. And there was a good reason for doing it.

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The Manly winger decided last week he was going to head the ball soccer-style if he got the chance. And there was a good reason for doing it.

9 hours ago·Sydney, Australia

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Sydney Morning Herald broke the news in Sydney, Australia 9 hours ago on Monday, April 27, 2026.

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Saab’s planned header gained 10 metres and set up a loose ball, while an NRL official said heading counts as kicking under the rules.