Challenge Cup Final

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by Swagger » 17 Jun 2021, 20:56

Gomersal Tiger wrote: 17 Jun 2021, 18:46 Just moving slightly away from the current topic but still relevant to the Cup Final, I note the game prior to the final is against Salford on the Sunday, surely it would make sense to play either on Thursday or Friday to allow us to rest over the weekend. Does anyone know if this is being pursued or do we just live with it.
Not a chance....

We play Huddersfield on the Tuesday... that's why Salford is on the Sunday afternoon.

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by Blackbulltiger » 17 Jun 2021, 21:39

Wait for it lol if Warrington can beat saints we can in final. Was a cracking defense from wire shows saints can be stopped can we defend like that in final let's hope so.

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by westerbeast73 » 17 Jun 2021, 22:12

We've beaten Saints before just like Warrington did tonight. Press and get in their faces and they are there for the taking.

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by Ken Smith » 18 Jun 2021, 08:14

I can’t see the logic of playing a weakened side against Salford. Surely players need to be on best form to put them in the frame for selection for a Wembley final. Also anyone playing cautiously is just asking for an injury to happen. Total commitment required in my opinion.

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by gateman » 18 Jun 2021, 08:24

how far is Millington off i would love this guy to play at Wembley

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by Swagger » 18 Jun 2021, 08:30

Ken Smith wrote: 18 Jun 2021, 08:14 I can’t see the logic of playing a weakened side against Salford. Surely players need to be on best form to put them in the frame for selection for a Wembley final. Also anyone playing cautiously is just asking for an injury to happen. Total commitment required in my opinion.
Think we will definitely rest a good few. We rested up against Leeds the week before the CC semi and it worked a treat. Powell will more than likely to the same.

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by Mucky1978 » 18 Jun 2021, 08:32

gateman wrote: 18 Jun 2021, 08:24 how far is Millington off i would love this guy to play at Wembley
Think he is back training now.

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Post by gateman » 18 Jun 2021, 08:51

Mucky1978 wrote: 18 Jun 2021, 08:32
gateman wrote: 18 Jun 2021, 08:24 how far is Millington off i would love this guy to play at Wembley
Think he is back training now.
Great news that mate i seen him pick the team up many times

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by Lofthouse Tiger » 18 Jun 2021, 09:02

Do we have anyone that will definitely miss the final?

I can only think GOB may miss depending on the news from Wednesday night. Let’s hope he is fit and if we have a full squad to choose from then for me we have a fighting chance.

Only thing with a fully fit squad is that somebody will miss out. That would be a tough call.

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by Dennis Vazquez » 18 Jun 2021, 19:47

Mucky1978 wrote: 18 Jun 2021, 08:32
gateman wrote: 18 Jun 2021, 08:24 how far is Millington off i would love this guy to play at Wembley
Think he is back training now.
:pray: :pray: :pray:

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by SuffolkTiger » 04 Jul 2021, 23:16

Albeit Wigan are in a hole at the moment, Saints looked machine like & very solid tonight. They also seem injury free.

I get the feeling that, if we are turn them over in North West London, it will need a tactical masterpiece from DP that's at least on par with the semi final win.

Really important that our key players turn up and deliver.

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by Dennis Vazquez » 04 Jul 2021, 23:47

So all being fit, Powell going to run with Olpherts and Turner out wide for their strength and contribution in yardage?
If Eden was fit would he be in contention? Is Quare Quare nowhere near unless of injuries?
Just thinking about that big Wembley pitch and Saints pace. Our three quarters- in fact 1-7 really not the quickest.
Intrigued to see the approach and ta tics he employs.

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by Scoopage » 05 Jul 2021, 11:13

Looks like a good weather forecast 25 degrees sunny.Ano that can change though

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by fords » 05 Jul 2021, 11:34

Were either going to be massively under cooked or fresh as a daisy for this one. Will have only played 1 game (Salford) assuming it goes ahead in the last 4 weeks before the final

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by heritage1926 » 05 Jul 2021, 11:42

fords wrote: 05 Jul 2021, 11:34 Were either going to be massively under cooked or fresh as a daisy for this one. Will have only played 1 game (Salford) assuming it goes ahead in the last 4 weeks before the final
IMO, we're 12 games in to the season, we should be good to go even without 2 weeks worth of games.

If anything, it's a blessing for us, as those with niggles and who aren't 100% have plenty of time to get themselves ready for it. Saints won't be happy we're missing games and getting bodies back ready.

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by mdean » 05 Jul 2021, 12:23

Agree with Fords, if we are fresh and play well, it is a benefit.
If we are caught cold and get tonked, awful prep.

They say winning is a habit, we have seen losing is. I am latching on to it being a one off, so hopefully as the cliche goes form, or lack of it goes out of the window.

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by Burbo79 » 05 Jul 2021, 13:09

I’d play as weaker team as possible against Salford. Then keep those players as isolated as possible from the rest of the squad. Last thing you need on the run up to the cup final is a COVID outbreak. Remember a affect losing just one player had on the grand final.

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by Fumper27 » 05 Jul 2021, 16:34

Anyone else still waiting for their email to confirm who the tickets bought are for?

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by North Leeds Tiger » 05 Jul 2021, 16:49

I’m still waiting for any confirmation whatsoever from RLHQ. They’ve taken my money and that’s all I know

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Re: Challenge Cup Final

Post by Tigerade » 05 Jul 2021, 18:08

I’ve had the email confirming payment but am waiting for them to request the names of people who I am attending with. It clearly states that this could be 7 days before the event.

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