Penrith Panthers can confirm the club will face defending NRL premiers Sydney Roosters and traditional rivals Parramatta Eels in pre-season trial games at Panthers Stadium early next year.

The Panthers will host the Roosters on Saturday 23rd February and a week later, on Saturday 2nd March, the Eels will visit Panthers Stadium.

The number of grades taking part on each day and the exact kick-off times will be confirmed in the coming weeks.

Please note all 2019 Panthers members will receive free entry to both fixtures.

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Trial game tickets will be available online in December or at the gate on gameday - $12.50 for adults, $10 for concessions and $7.50 for children.

Panthers has also confirmed the date for the club's NRL game in Bathurst in 2019, with tickets available now as part of the Bathurst Panther membership.

The full 2019 NRL draw is due to be released next week.