Manly have sensationally sacked Anthony Seibold just three games into their 2026 campaign.
The decision was made on Friday afternoon, after Thursday night’s 33-16 loss to the Roosters. Seibold was only three games into a new contract, which was not set to expire until the end of next year.
Seibold was under pressure after the Sea Eagles’ 0-3 start to the season, during which they lost to the Roosters, Knights and Raiders.
The former Dally M coach of the year needed a fast start after the Sea Eagles missed the finals last year, finishing 10th. However, even by the NRL’s ruthless standards, getting sacked in round four – the Sea Eagles have also had a bye this season – is a shock.
Seibold had a 49 per cent win rate during his 76-game stint on the northern beaches that began in 2023. Injuries and inconsistent performances have conspired against him, with the Manly hierarchy making the call to terminate his contract immediately.
The decision comes on the same day that Hull KR coach Willie Peters accepted the job as the inaugural PNG Chiefs coach. With Peters out of the running for the Manly job, Leeds coach Brad Arthur is expected to be among the frontrunners for the vacant post. Other options include Matt Ballin and Michael Ennis.
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