A good idea in theory as not many people in Manchester are interested in RL.I was in my early twenties before i attended my first game, and i had moved away by then.

If you are going to spread the gospel then why not try and promote the sport in Gods own city. It will fail like all the other efforts, but at least there is easy access for traditional teams and their supporters.

At least there are some fantastic pubs,bars and a it is being held at a magnificent stadium which is home to the worlds greatest football team.

I doubt there will be more than 15,000 in the stadium at any time

Really? I'll have you a wager on that if you wish bugman

How do you suggest either prove themselves ?

I cannot see many fans staying for more than their own matches

I'd say it would be the complete opposite - with the 5 hours travel aspect removed, I think fans will be far more receptive to staying and watching other games rather than looking for an early dart. I'm definitely planning on going to both days, albeit depending on our fixtures.

me and the other half will be attending looking forward to 2 days of of rugby and it helps only being a tram ride home to bed. Looking forward to it and sampling a few drinks and meeting old friends