Peet previews Salford
- Matt Peet spoke to the press ahead of Thursday night’s Betfred Super League clash against Salford Red Devils.
- Peet: “We are just concentrating on where can we learn and improve as individuals and as a team.”
- Salford Red Devils v Wigan Warriors, Thursday 16 March, 8pm K.O.
Matt Peet spoke to the press ahead of wigan warriors’ betfred super league round 5 clash against salford red devils.
The Warriors will be aiming to extend their winning start to the season on Thursday night when they face Salford Red Devils at the Salford Community Stadium.
Wigan scored 10 tries to defeat London Broncos 60-22 in the capital last time out, and on the victory Peet said: “It was pleasing to see as a coach that the players when called upon have some credit in the bank – in particular Zach Eckersley and Ryan Hampshire. It was also great to see Junior Nsemba back out there who will add more power to the forwards.”
Wigan fielded eight Academy graduates against the Broncos, on which Peet said: “It’s a strong point in the Club’s staff at the moment which is the way it has to be. We sit on a hot-bed of talent here in the North West and our Academy players and staff – in particular Shane Eccles and John Duffy – do a fantastic job not just in supporting the players, but providing playing opportunities away from Wigan.”
Peet has made two changes to his 21-player squad for the trip to Salford, as Liam Byrne and Liam Marshall return in place of Jack Farrimond and Jacob Douglas.
On the clash against the Red Devils, Peet said: “For as long as I’ve been in this role some of our most intense games have been against Salford, so we’re under no illusions about the kind of challenge that we have.
“For me and the club, there’s a massive amount of respect for what Paul Rowley does with his team – they play attractive rugby, but they’re also always hard-working and connected.”
On improvements, Peet added: “We have to improve on our accuracy in the tackle area as well as our discipline when playing the ball – that’s what we are working hard on. We are just concentrating on where can we learn and improve as individuals and as a team.”
The Warriors will host Sheffield Eagles in Round Six of the Challenge Cup, and on the draw, which took place on Monday evening, Peet said: “We like the fact Sheffield Eagles will be a fresh team and a fresh challenge to come up against. They’ve earned their right to reach this stage and we look forward to the occasion.”
Tickets for the clash remain available to purchase online HERE or from the DW Stadium Ticket Office until 12pm on Thursday 16 March. Tickets can be purchased on the day at the Salford Stadium, however, a price increase of £1.50 will occur. Please note anyone Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
