SNAPSHOT: CANBERRA V SOUTH SYDNEY NRL PRELIMINARY FINAL

* Result: Canberra defeated South Sydney 16-10 at GIO Stadium.

* Key moment: Not long after defending four straight sets on their line, Canberra prop Josh Papalii barged over under the posts in the 74th minute to clinch victory.

* Judiciary watch: Raiders – Josh Papalii (dangerous contact).

* Injuries: Raiders – Joey Leilua (lower leg)

* What’s next: Canberra advance to next Sunday’s grand final against either Sydney Roosters or Melbourne, while South Sydney begin preparations for next season.