Knights score early as Francis Manuleleua sparks Accor Stadium

The Newcastle Knights score the first points of the match at Accor Stadium, with Francis Manuleleua crossing for an early try that ignites the crowd.

All three outlets describe the same turning point: Manuleleua’s breakthrough run to score first, prompting an immediate roar from the stadium. The reports focus on the early moment rather than detailing later scoring, match context, or outcomes.

Because the provided material is limited to the initial highlights, there are no clear differences in angle across the sources beyond identical wording and emphasis on the opening try. Each outlet frames the moment as the start of the game’s momentum, with the same player and the same venue highlighted.