The Blues’ miracle masked the truth: they were awful and changes have to be made
The Blues achieved a comeback victory in the State of Origin opener, but their performance was far from impressive. Coach Laurie Daley acknowledged the need for changes, especially given the team's poor start in recent matches. Despite the win, the team must address serious issues in their defensive strategies and preparation.
- ▪The Blues won the State of Origin opener against a 12-man Maroons team.
- ▪Coach Laurie Daley emphasized that the team cannot perform like that in future games.
- ▪Changes are expected in the lineup, including potential starts for Payne Haas and Blayke Brailey.
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