Nathan Cleary, the star halfback for the Penrith Panthers, is set to miss a chance to support his girlfriend, Mary Fowler, as she plays for the Matildas against Mexico at CommBank Stadium in Sydney. Instead, he will be attending the New South Wales Blues camp in preparation for the State of Origin II. Cleary expressed disappointment, stating, 'No, I won't be able to get there and watch her,' but plans to watch the game on TV. The couple, who have been linked since the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, have navigated a long-distance relationship due to Fowler's commitments with Manchester City in England. Cleary's focus remains on helping New South Wales secure the Origin series, especially after their comeback victory in Game One. He acknowledged the team's slow starts as a concern, attributing it to mental challenges rather than tactical issues. Cleary noted that maintaining concentration is crucial, especially with so much emotion involved in the game. As Fowler aims to help the Matildas recover from a recent defeat, Cleary is committed to improving the Blues' performance in the upcoming match.