Former Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has backed his son’s Panthers to overcome Canterbury in the second elimination final on Sunday at Allianz Stadium.

Writing for The Roar, Cleary believes Penrith’s style will get them across the line against the struggling Bulldogs.

“The Dogs have plenty of experience, with plenty of their roster having played in grand finals before” Cleary wrote.

“Des Hasler has been there and won it. They’re not in great form, but you can expect a better performance with Sam Kasiano back this week.

“And remember what happened two years ago, where they made the grand final despite being in poor form, even right up to the semi-finals.

“Penrith are in good form, play differently to other sides and have plenty of enthusiasm and youth. While some might say that inexperience could cost them, I’ll stick with the Panthers.”