The Manly Sea Eagles' first hit-out under interim head coach Kieran Foran will take place against the Dolphins at Kayo Stadium on Thursday night.

Anthony Seibold was dismissed following a 0-3 start to the season, with each loss coming at home. The final game of Seibold’s tenure was a 33-16 loss to the Roosters last Thursday.

Meanwhile, the Dolphins fell back to 2-2 through a 26-12 loss to the Broncos on Friday night, with the attack that had been so dangerous to start the season unable to get going.

The last time these teams met was a high-scoring affair at Brookvale, with the Sea Eagles getting the job done 58-30. In team news, the Dolphins have added Kurt Donoghoe to the extended interchange as he edges closer to a season debut.

For Manly, Jason Saab’s suspension will see Clayton Faulalo play his first game of 2026, while Ethan Bullemor has been named on the bench after being a late withdrawal last week.

For the latest news, odds and analysis ahead of the opening game of NRL Round 5, check out our Dolphins vs Sea Eagles tips and predictions below.

Dolphins vs Sea Eagles Prediction and Betting Tips

Head-to-Head Prediction

NRL Round 5 gets underway when the struggling Sea Eagles fly north to duel with the Dolphins at Kayo Stadium.

Last week’s loss to the Roosters proved too much for Manly’s beleaguered head coach Anthony Seibold, who was swiftly shown the door just three games into the season.

Former favourite son Kieran Foran has been put temporarily in charge, but with no first grade coaching experience, how will he navigate the crucible that is the Manly hotseat? We’ll have to wait and see.

With all three of Manly’s losses coming at home this season, we don’t fancy them to get off the mark on the road, regardless of any potential new manager bounce. Phins up.

Betting tip: The Dolphins.

First Try Scorer Prediction

Who doesn’t love a man in form? Dolphins’ dynamo Jake Averillo has been on a serious heater of late.

Often used as a utility throughout his career; after moving from Canterbury, the 25-year-old has found a home both at the Dolphins and in the centres.

His new permanent position is paying dividends for the Redcliffe club, as Averillo has scored at least one try in each of the Dolphins' last five matches and is our tip for first try scorer in this one.

Betting tip: Jake Averillo.

Over/Under Prediction

Each of Manly's last five interstate matches have gone under the total match points line.

Betting tip: Under (50.5) total match points.

Line Prediction

The away team has covered the line in each of Manly's last five matches.

Betting tip: Manly (+10.5) line.

Dolphins vs Sea Eagles Anytime Try Scorer Betting Tips

Tolutau Koula

Tolutau Koula has scored a try in seven of his last eight appearances.

Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow

Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has scored at least one try in each of the Dolphins' last eight matches as home favourites

Tom Trbojevic

Tom Trbojevic has scored at least one try in each of Manly's last three matches.

Connelly Lemuelu

Connelly Lemuelu has scored at least one try in each of the Dolphins' last two matches against Manly.

Dolphins vs Sea Eagles Teams

The Dolphins Team List

1. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow

2. Jamayne Isaako

3. Jake Averillo

4. Herbie Farnworth

5. Selwyn Cobbo

6. Kodi Nikorima

7. Isaiya Katoa (c)

8. Tom Gilbert (c)

9. Max Plath

10. Felise Kaufusi

11. Connelly Lemuelu

12. Kulikefu Finefeuiaki

13. Morgan Knowles

14. Brad Schneider

15. Tom Flegler

16. Ray Stone

17. Francis Molo

18. Kurt Donoghoe

Manly Sea Eagles Team List

1. Tom Trbojevic (c)

2. Clayton Faulalo

3. Tolu Koula

4. Reuben Garrick

5. Lehi Hopoate

6. Luke Brooks

7. Jamal Fogarty

8. Taniela Paseka

9. Brandon Wakeham

10. Kobe Hetherington

11. Haumole Olakau'atu

12. Ben Trbojevic

13. Jake Trbojevic

14. Jake Simpkin

15. Corey Waddell

16. Ethan Bullemor

17. Simione Laifi

18. Paul Bryan

Dolphins vs Sea Eagles Match Details

Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026.

Kick-off: 8:00pm AEDT.

Location: Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe.