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    Penrith coach Ivan Cleary believes the return of son and chief playmaker Nathan gives his side a major boost ahead of tonight's NRL qualifying final against the Roosters

    Penrith coach Ivan Cleary believes the return of son and chief playmaker Nathan gives his side a major boost ahead of tonight's NRL qualifying final against the Roosters

    - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

    Cleary Junior has been out for a month with a shoulder injury suffered against the Storm, but managed to avoid surgery.

    Dad Ivan Cleary says it's great to have him back.



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