Back at Castle Park for a massive match at this stage of the season. Absolutely vital we get back on the horse this weekend but it isn't going to be easy with Jarrod Sammut making his debut for our Cumbrian counterparts and former Eagles second-rower Alex Szostak adding to their already very strong back-row. For us, keeping 13 on the field will be a good start!



All previews, predictions, articles leading up to the game and any other shenanigans will be posted on this thread.

Prediction - Sheffield Eagles 28-16 Workington Town

Sheffield Eagles v Workington Town Preview - wp.me/p3JxPK-ye

Sheffield Eagles v Workington Town Preview - wp.me/p3JxPK-ye

I thought it was easy to take positives from our defeat at Leigh.

We tried to make a game of it despite the loss of a half back and although the first half interceptions were more passes straight to them than any hard work or 'reading' by them at least the second half saw a reduction in that aspect and the commitment and spirit was there for all to see for the full 80.I thank the players for there efforts in a difficult environment.

I hope confidence and concentration is high for this one.

Sammut seems to enjoy debuts - [url=http://www.thenational.ae/sport/rugby/sammut-off-to-a-roaring-start-for-crusadersSuper League[/url [url=http://www.therfl.co.uk/news/article/30554/sammut-shines-in-fev-winChampionship[/url add in an ex-Eagle and some Wigan dual reg and we will need the supporters onside from the off.

This is the start of the build up to put right what went wrong last time at Leigh.Let's get back to Leigh - or get them to South Yorkshire.



#Jointhejourney

Worrincy worry ahead of Sunday's Workington clash - www.sheffieldeagles.com/News/Article/40545

Worrincy worry ahead of Sunday's Workington clash - www.sheffieldeagles.com/News/Article/40545

Match Day Information ahead of Sunday's game - www.sheffieldeagles.com/News/Article/40551

Match Day Information ahead of Sunday's game - www.sheffieldeagles.com/News/Article/40551

I get the feeling this is going to be a hugely difficult game and one where continual encouragement from the crowd is vital.

Strange kick off time - long trip for the Workington players which allows for a strong bond to grow - new blood in the team - debuts - and with Wigan out of the cup and no fixtures until next week,a possible opportunity for a household name or two to be in the dual reg. contingent.

A chance for our players to start a winning run before we meet those sides near to us in league position and enjoying a good run of form.

I hope Cory is given the opportunity to play 80 minutes.

A bigger incentive than finishing in the top 4 and the opportunity to play Leigh again;this time 13v13,will hopefully be the driving force required.

#Jointhejourney 5.15pm ko. Be there!

Two Championship players charged - www.therfl.co.uk/news/article/32 ... rs-charged Mark Aston with Andy Giddings - https://audioboom.com/boos/3315444-shef ... ce=twitter

Two Championship players charged - www.therfl.co.uk/news/article/32 ... rs-charged Mark Aston with Andy Giddings - https://audioboom.com/boos/3315444-shef ... ce=twitter

Quote ="DannytheEagle"Two Championship players charged - www.therfl.co.uk/news/article/32 ... rs-charged '" Misi got sin-bin sufficient;quite rightly. Brought an unbeLEIGHvable (trademark Griff ) from the stand up comic over at Leigh - [url=http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/leigh-centurions-boss-calls-refs-9528688Only Read If You Have Strong Sides[/url

Quote ="DannytheEagle"Two Championship players charged - www.therfl.co.uk/news/article/32 ... rs-charged '" Misi got sin-bin sufficient;quite rightly. Brought an unbeLEIGHvable (trademark Griff ) from the stand up comic over at Leigh - [url=http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/leigh-centurions-boss-calls-refs-9528688Only Read If You Have Strong Sides[/url

Is there a link available for Astons review of the Leigh v Sheffield? Can't see to find one.

Sheffield Eagles must strike back after big loss - www.thestar.co.uk/sport/other-sp ... -1-7324697

Sheffield Eagles must strike back after big loss - www.thestar.co.uk/sport/other-sp ... -1-7324697

Looking at Workington's recent record pretty inconsistent however only lost by 22 at home to bradfield and if i remember correctly were in with a chance at half time so they are playing ok however we cant afford to this game because if we do we wil two games from remaining 4 would be very tough (and there is no guarentee that 2 wins will be enough)

Selection key for Aston as Eagles' hunt top four - www.thestar.co.uk/sport/other-sp ... -1-7327675

Selection key for Aston as Eagles' hunt top four - www.thestar.co.uk/sport/other-sp ... -1-7327675

Sheffield Eagles squad - Togagae, Turner, Yere, Smeaton, Taulapapa, Aston, Briggs, Battye, Davey, Tonks, Knowles, Davies, Walker, Petersen, Thorpe, Straughier, Carlile, Langley, Brambani

Workington Town squad - Murphy, Scholey, Mossop, Whiteley, Forber, Sammut, Shackley, Horton, Coward, Olstrum, C. Phillips, Miller, McAvoy, Walker, Stack, Carter, Thornley, Lloyd, Doran

They must have been gutted to lose to Bradfield.





[iJust pulling your leg, duggs[/i.

I am just hoping Misi gets a full 80 minutes having seen him sent from the field after the simulation by a player representing Hunslet,and then sent from the field after being punched by Hock.Not much justice for Misi,then,as no charge against Hock.

I also hope Cory gets 80 minutes - I don't expect him to get the loudest cheer of the day as Hock received as he left the field last Sunday,but I hope the crowd are behind him all the way.

#Jointhejourney.

Brambani on the bench just in case?

Togagae, Turner, Yere, Smeaton, Taulapapa, Aston, Briggs, Battye, Davey, Tonks, Knowles, Davies, Walker, Petersen, Thorpe, Straughier, Carlile, Langley, Brambani

My lineup..
1. Quentin Laulu-Togagae
2. Scott Turner
3. Menzie Yere
4. Sam Smeaton
5. Misi Taulapapa
6. Kyle Briggs
7. Dominic Brambani
8. Eddie Battye
9. Keal Carlile
10. Steve Thorpe
11. Michael Knowles
12. Duane Straugheir
13. Pat Walker

14. Dave Petersen
15. James Davey
16. Tony Tonks
17. John Davies

Due to Cory being banned for a few of our upcoming matches after this, I think it'd be for the best to get a settled half-back partnership so that's why I've gone with Briggs and Brambani. Langley and Aston miss out from the 19 man squad, but I wouldn't be surprised to see Tubbs rest Davies and give Langley a runout.

Quote ="DannytheEagle"Sheffield Eagles must strike back after big loss - www.thestar.co.uk/sport/other-sp ... -1-7324697'" Cheers Danny.

Quote ="DannytheEagle"Sheffield Eagles must strike back after big loss - www.thestar.co.uk/sport/other-sp ... -1-7324697'" Cheers Danny.

I agree 100% with your team selection Danny ! Its by far our strongest and most experienced half back pairing and should put a bit of consistency in to our final push for third spot ! But who knows with some of the teams we have fielded this season !!!

RFL website rates Aston as Grade C and Smeaton as Grade B. Both eligible for EGP, if they take that option, it'll be 2 games and 1 respectively.

Eagles duo ruled out of Town test - www.thestar.co.uk/sport/other-sp ... -1-7329832

Eagles duo ruled out of Town test - www.thestar.co.uk/sport/other-sp ... -1-7329832

Former Super League star Sammut set for Workington Town debut - www.newsandstar.co.uk/sport/town ... -1.1220100

Former Super League star Sammut set for Workington Town debut - www.newsandstar.co.uk/sport/town ... -1.1220100

[url=http://www.newsandstar.co.uk/sport/town/workington-town-s-injured-mattinson-waiting-on-shoulder-scan-1.1220501Ian Thornley To Debut For Workington[/url

Eagles Topple Town - wp.me/p3JxPK-yj It'll do! Happy with the second half performance, especially as we nilled them. Need that sort of defence against Halifax next weekend but we could do ourselves a few favours with ball in hand and complete our sets. Happy with the performances of Straff, Tonka, Thorpe and Petersen once more. Walker got stuck in too which was good to see. On we go..

Eagles Topple Town - wp.me/p3JxPK-yj It'll do! Happy with the second half performance, especially as we nilled them. Need that sort of defence against Halifax next weekend but we could do ourselves a few favours with ball in hand and complete our sets. Happy with the performances of Straff, Tonka, Thorpe and Petersen once more. Walker got stuck in too which was good to see. On we go..

I listen to the match on bbc radio Cumbria. I thought corey must have been sent off again as they didn't mention him until his attempted chip over the top mid way through the 2nd half and I think that was only because it was charged down!