US EditionLaurie Daley Defiant Despite NSW Blues' Horror Loss as Questions over His Position Emerge
NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, JUL 9 – Laurie Daley commits to coaching NSW Blues again despite a 39% winning record and recent 2-1 series loss to Queensland, aiming for redemption in 2026.
- Laurie Daley's New South Wales Blues lost the 2025 State of Origin series, falling 24-12 to Queensland at Sydney Olympic Stadium on Wednesday night.
- Daley faced questions about his future after the defeat, but he insisted he remains the right man to coach NSW in 2026 based on the foundation built with this group.
- Daley praised his players' effort but noted the team failed to win key moments and started slowly against Queensland's strong defense, which swung momentum decisively.
- Daley acknowledged that while the team performed well overall, their opponents capitalized on key moments, and Nathan Cleary accepted responsibility, emphasizing it was up to the players.
- Despite the series loss putting pressure on the Blues, Daley remained upbeat that improvements could be made to reclaim the shield and lead NSW back to success next year.
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Laurie Daley defiant despite NSW Blues' horror loss as questions over his position emerge
A defiant Laurie Daley has stated that he believes he is still the right man to guide New South Wales, despite suffering a series defeat upon his return to the helm.
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