GWM Game Day Guide: Lighting it up again

Author: Richard Becht & photosport.nz
Timestamp: Thu 12 Mar 2026, 09:45 AM

Last Friday night was as good as it gets opening a season at home and now the One New Zealand Warriors, members and fans do it all again with the second straight Friday night lights show at Go Media Stadium tomorrow (match day sponsor: GWM).

With supporters still buzzing after last week’s stunning 42-18 win over the Sydney Roosters, another huge night is in store as the Warriors host the Canberra Raiders in a second consecutive NRL-New South Wales Cup double header (the games kicking off at 5.15pm and 8.00pm).

The spotlight will fall on fan favourite Roger Tuivasa-Sheck as he becomes the 13th player to appear in 150 NRL games for the One New Zealand Warriors.

With gates opening at 5.00pm, fans can look forward to another special mix of entertainment and football like no other in New Zealand sport.

Match day sponsor GWM will provide special features. Head down to the GWM Fan Zone at the northern end of the ground to write a message to the team on their display car.

You can also sign up for a chance to take part in the GWM Golden Boot Challenge at halftime.

Round 2 - Round 2 - Friday 13 Mar

7:00 am

Warriors

Raiders

Venue: Go Media Stadium, Auckland

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Other match day features include:

Persil Junior Footy from 655pm – 710pm, followed by prizegiving.
The NRL coin toss with the two captains in the centre of the field live on the big screen.
The One New Zealand Sign Making Station.
Chemist Warehouse Passing Wall.
Anytime Fitness Hanging Bar Challenge.
Gatorade Beat the Bolt.
Dynasty T-Shirt Canon.
Arnott’s Fan Cam.
Grab a copy of the One New Zealand Warriors’ 2026 from the Flava Unit at Gate C and a flag at any gate, thanks to One New Zealand.