Cooper off to JP Smith

Brisbane retains possession

Cooper gets us off with a deep kick off

Players on the field and ready for kick off

Welcome to the new National Rugby Championship season, Western Force will take on Brisbane City. Western Force ended 4th last season, booking their spot in the semi-final but lost 40-35 against Canberra Vikings. Brisbane City ended up with a mid table finish in 6th. The last time these sides met Western Force came out 62-28 winners.