With Friday’s blockbuster clash with neighbours Wigan Warriors approaching, however, there is growing confidence that will change. With Wigan in good form themselves, optimism about a first sold-out Wire home game since the Good Friday clash with Widnes Vikings is increasing. “The last genuine sell-out we had here was Widnes in 2016, but I think we could go really close,” chief executive Karl Fitzpatrick said. “We wanted the supporters to fall back in love with the team and I think we’re seeing that,” he said. “What’s happening on the field is obviously helping that but I think the players being in the community is also a factor.

Source: The Guardian April 11, 2023 19:02 UTC