Report: The Interview That Brought Terrell May’s Sydney Roosters Career to an Abrupt End
In a surprising twist that has left fans and commentators stunned, Terrell May’s time with the Sydney Roosters has come to an abrupt end — and at the heart of it all was one interview that changed everything. Once seen as a rising talent with immense promise, May’s career with the club was effectively cut short following a controversial post-match interview that reportedly sparked internal tensions and disciplinary concerns.
The moment unfolded just days after a tense on-field performance, during which May was already under pressure for inconsistency and lapses in discipline. But it wasn’t his on-field actions that sealed his fate — it was what he said afterward that shifted the club’s stance on his future.
In the interview, conducted by a local sports broadcaster, May made remarks that were perceived by club officials as both critical and out of step with the Roosters’ values. While not overtly inflammatory, his comments raised eyebrows behind closed doors. He spoke openly about frustration with team selections, hinted at discontent with coaching decisions, and suggested he had felt “undervalued” at the club despite his efforts on the field.
“It’s hard to give 100% when you’re not being backed,” May said during the interview. “There’s been things happening behind the scenes for a while now, and it feels like not everyone’s on the same page.”
Although the interview didn’t seem explosive to the public at first glance, it reportedly did not sit well with the Roosters’ leadership. Internally, the remarks were viewed as undermining the coaching staff and disrupting the team’s unified culture — something head coach Trent Robinson has long worked to build and protect.
Sources close to the club indicate that conversations were immediately held between May, the coaching staff, and Roosters’ executives in the aftermath of the broadcast. While no immediate disciplinary action was taken publicly, it became clear that the relationship between player and club had been damaged.
Within a week, the club announced that May would be released from his contract effective immediately. In their official statement, the Roosters thanked him for his contributions but made no reference to the circumstances leading to his exit, fueling further speculation.
“Terrell May has been granted an early release from his contract by mutual agreement,” the statement read. “We wish him all the best in his future endeavours.”
Fans were divided on the outcome. While some expressed disappointment over losing a talented forward, others felt that May’s comments crossed a line. “You’ve got to be honest, sure, but also professional,” one supporter wrote on social media. “There’s a way to speak your mind without putting the club on blast.”
May has yet to issue a follow-up statement regarding his departure, though reports suggest he is already exploring opportunities with rival NRL clubs.
