Roosters to play at Adelaide Oval in 2017

The Sydney Roosters have today announced that the Club will host a ‘home’ game in Adelaide in 2017.

The match will be played at one of the country’s most iconic grounds – Adelaide Oval – and will be the first time that the Sydney Roosters have played in South Australia.

South Australian Tourism and Sport Minister Leon Bignell today joined Roosters CEO John Lee, Head Coach Trent Robinson and senior player Mitchell Aubusson, as well as NRL Head of Football Brian Canavan, to make the announcement at Adelaide Oval.

“This match is a fantastic win for South Australia and I would love to see it pave the way for Adelaide to host one of sport’s most iconic rivalries – State of Origin,” said the Hon. Leon Bignell MP.

“We are confident Adelaide Oval will draw a spirited crowd to watch some of Australia’s best athletes in action, both for this clash and any other NRL matches that may follow,” he added.

The NRL today confirmed that the Roosters will host the Melbourne Storm in Adelaide, with further details of the round and date to be confirmed upon the release of the NRL draw.

“Adelaide Oval is one of our country’s most iconic grounds, and to have the opportunity to play at the ground is something we’re all really looking forward to,” said Roosters Head Coach Trent Robinson.