Two Eels supporters and three Bulldogs fans made their way to the stadium on a crisp Monday afternoon, buzzing with excitement and anticipation. The rivalry between the teams was fierce, and the air crackled with competitive energy. Clad in their respective team colors—blue and gold for the Eels, blue and white for the Bulldogs—they exchanged friendly jabs and predictions as they approached the gates.
The crowd swelled around them, a sea of passionate fans, faces painted and scarves waving. Vendors called out, selling pies, hot chips, and team merchandise, the scent of fried food lingering in the cold breeze. Inside, the stadium roared to life with chants echoing across the stands, drums beating like war cries.
- As kickoff neared, the group found their seats—together but clearly divided by team allegiance. Despite the banter and cheers, a mutual respect held strong. For them, this wasn’t just a game. It was tradition, camaraderie, and a shared love of rugby league. With each tackle, try, and referee call, emotions ran high. But win or lose, they knew they’d walk out arm-in-arm, already talking about the next game. After all, rivalry is sweeter when it’s shared among friends.
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