Paul Gallen is backing the NSW Blues against the odds to claim a second-chance victory next week at ANZ Stadium.

The former Blues captain cautioned against major changes to the side.

“There’s not a lot of improvement in the Blues to get the win next game I don’t think,” he told Mark Levy.

“To make wholesale changes is going to be tougher.”

Gal believes Nathan Cleary should retain his position for game two, but needs a new partner.

“He’s a steady influence … what he needs is a creative five-eighth outside him, and that’s what Cody Walker is without a doubt.”

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