Im actually looking forward to this one for once, bar 15 minutes at their place we’ve actually competed well against a full strength saints side this season

I think knowing our league position will not change whatever the results helps ease the tension of n this one as a fan but a win will pretty much guarantee safety I think especially if London lose.

Ive got a sneaky feeling Wakefield may beat Hull KR for some reason

As others have said, the stronger the team Saints put out the better, lets see where we are squad wise, although if we do win it'll be the usual "we were resting players" and if they win "we beat you with half a squad out" so whatever really.

As long as we get the points.

If we did get a reality check from this one it wouldn't be the end of the world (although we do need the points).

The reforming of the squad should continue.

I don't think we'll win this one but I'd be pleased with a decent performance. If we do win then it's a bonus

If we win we are home IMO it doesnt matter if we beat half their team we're not in this for bragging rights two points is all that counts . It is a benchmark game it will give an indication as the wether we are really improving. A few fringe Saints players will be trying to get noticed too.

Just found out Chris Kendall is the ref.
Er,have we won a game with him this season,just saying!!

I agree to an extent and have said this many a time this season. But when it comes down to it a loss with a decent performance means we had opportunities to come away with the points that we didn't take. We've had enough of those already this season. In such situations fans are more likely to point the finger at what went wrong and perceived weaknesses in the team than praising the positive elements of the performance. Deep down we all know a win would make a huge difference, and getting a result is what matters most, even if we're not expected to win.

Leeds need to look at what went wrong in the last game against Hull, who were also just ready to play in a big cup game, but still edged us out. We need to start well, and not let Saints get on the front foot like last time. The longer the game is a contest in our favour the more likely they'll start thinking about next week. I know Leeds of old would drop off if the roles were reversed (only playing when it matters), but for some reason it doesn't seem to work the other way around for us!

This is only what you think unless I've missed an official statement regarding Ward state of mind.I for one(no inside info on this) would think he'll be chomping at the bit to get back on the field.

My opinion, and it is only my opinion, was based on chatting to Stevie.

Fair enough but I bet once he's on the field he be flying into tackles and running as hard as he can because that's the only way you can play at this level.After 10 minute's he will feel he's never been away although he will be blowing out of his !

I'm surprisingly quite confident that the team will pick up a victory.

I agree totally but the club need to be careful and feed him in gradually. Got to look after him.

Agar seemed to echo that today. I’m sure they want a fully fit Ward back for 2020. You couldn’t blame him for having some trepidation about his body now.

The kid must be very nervous they need to handle him right

This is a proper game now. Yes we’ve played well in the last 2, but equally our opponents have performed the worst of any all year. Which has flattered us. Even a weakened saints team can compete with their nearest rivals. Win this and we must be safe.

Aside from the game and the result it’s great to see leeds giving their sponsorship space to the Samaritans tonight to raise awareness for mental health support.

Is there anyway RL fans could donate space to have their contact number displayed?

Quite noticeable how much Leeds fans are suddenly chirping again after a new signing or two plus a few wins against mediocre opposition.

If Stains play anywhere near their best they'll beat Leeds no problem and then the predictable calls for Agars head will resurface.

And if we win, they will be saying the oppossition was poor. We can't win, I have seen it all for the last two weeks. The fact that Leeds played at a level that stopped the oppossition from playing anything above poor, seems lost on a lot of people.

You wont get us to bite at this stage .we know we are also mediocre . The team that is 3rd in the League are the team to watch

Mate, personally i'm just happy were staving off relegation. Im sure there is a plan afoot, but obvs wont be made public until were mathematically safe.


This Saints side are the biggest non-entity as compared to any other year of SL its untrue. Its just as well the rest of SL is pap at the moment.

Its kinda ironic how Saints fans are now crowing given the years of GF losses. Every dog has its day i guess.

I think that is a little disrespectful.

Walmsley/Roby/Thompson is as good a front row as there has been in SL in recent memory in my opinion. One of our reserve props in LMS/Amor would probably find a place in the first choice front row for most of the rest of the league.

Coote is a very high quality FB.

Makinson is the current golden boot and is possible the finest finisher in the sport, certainly in SL. Grace is also a very good young player and Percival/Naiqama is a strong centre partnership.

Lomax is the best 6 in the league in my opinion and has been for two years.

Morgan Knowles is sheer class in the back row.

I think this is a very good Saints squad that has walked the regular season two years running - plenty to do as far as knock out games are concerned but they aren't the first talented Saints team to have that issue!!!

I do admit that the standard elsewhere in SL isn't the best, in no small part due to a lot of injuries for a lot of teams this year.

No Stevie Ward tonight

I think it's just a reaction to the troll who posted ,we should know better

Seeing the team Sts are putting out Leeds really need to be getting the 2 points and putting the season to bed tonight

‪St. Helens rest Makinson, Roby, Coote, Walmsley, Paulo, LMS. Knowles and Richardson drop out of 19 and Eaves comes in. ‬