Match Preview: Sheffield
In association with Davanti Tyres, here is everything you need to know ahead of Friday’s Betfred Challenge Cup Six Round tie against Sheffield Eagles.
The Warriors open this year’s Challenge Cup account against Sheffield Eagles at the DW Stadium for the first meeting between the sides since 2010.
Squad News
Matt Peet has made one change to the 21-player squad he named for Wigan’s clash against Salford Red Devils last time out, as Jai Field is replaced by Kruise Leeming who returns from an ankle injury.
Wigan squad for Sheffield:
Opposition
Sheffield Eagles head coach Mark Aston has also named a 21-player squad for the fixture.
Previous Meetings
The Warriors are unbeaten in their last 14 home meetings with Sheffield – winning 13 and drawing one.
Last ten meetings:
- Sheffield 34, Wigan 50 (CCR4, 17/4/10) (at Bramall Lane)
- Sheffield 12, Wigan 36 (SLR22, 21/7/99) (at Don Valley Stadium)
- Wigan 28, Sheffield 0 (SLR13, 2/6/99) (at Central Park)
- Wigan 44, Sheffield 6 (SLR17, 16/8/98) (at Central Park)
- Sheffield 6, Wigan 36 (SLR5, 9/5/98) (at Don Valley Stadium)
- Sheffield 17, Wigan 8 (CCF, 2/5/98) (at Wembley Stadium)
- Wigan 22, Sheffield 10 (Prem-SF, 21/9/97) (at Central Park)
- Sheffield 24, Wigan 22 (SLR17, 10/8/97) (at Don Valley Stadium)
- Wigan 58, Sheffield 2 (SLR14, 29/6/97) (at Central Park)
- Sheffield 12, Wigan 54 (SLR19, 3/8/96) (at Don Valley Stadium)
Previous Challenge Cup meetings:
- Sheffield 34, Wigan 50 (Round 4, 2010)
- Sheffield 17, Wigan 8 (Final, 1998) (at Wembley Stadium)
Coaches Quotes
Matt Peet spoke to the press at Robin Park Arena ahead of the clash, as he shared his delight in signing a new seven-year contract with the Warriors.
Peet said: “I’m very proud and very grateful to feel the love and trust the Club and supporters have in me at the moment. It’s a good place to work at the moment as there is a lot of care and connection running throughout the place with such a fantastic and special group.”
On the tie against Sheffield, Peet added: “We know Sheffield are a good side who have started the season really well so we know to expect a test.”
Read Peet’s pre-match quotes in full HERE.
Tickets
Tickets for Friday’s tie are on general sale and can be purchased online HERE, over the phone on 01942 311111, or in person from the DW Stadium Ticket Office (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm).
Supporters are advised that only the East and West Stands will be open for this fixture, with away fans to be situated in ES2 in the East Stand. Anyone who has purchased a season ticket in either ES2 or the South Stand will be able to purchase a match ticket to sit in any of the available seats in either the East or West stand for this fixture.
Ticket prices for the game are as follows:
East and West Stands:
- Adults and Young Adults (22-24) – £10
- Concessions (Over 60s and 18-21) – £5
- Juniors – £5
- U8s – Free of Charge when accompanied by a full paying Adult (A ticket is required)
Please note that identification may be required when purchasing age-restricted tickets.
If you have not already, Season Ticket Holders must ensure that you have activated your ticketing account in order to purchase online. If you have any issues, or have not received your tickets within 24 hours of the fixture, please contact the DW Stadium Ticket Office on 01942 311 111 or email tickets@wiganwarriors.com.
Fan Village
Our Fan Village will be open from 6pm on Friday evening to soak up all the pre-match atmosphere inside Robin Park Arena!
Supporters will be able to get their face painted inside the Fan Village ahead of kick off, and merchandise will be available to purchase from our Robin Park Arena Club Store (open from 10am) and Pop-Up Store (open from 6pm) which is located in the South East corner of the Stadium.
Our two on-site bars will be in operation from when doors open, as well as food which will be available out on the running track. Please note that our Fan Village bars only accept card payments. The Fan Village will be open after the final whistle for supporters to catch up post-match.
Between 6-7pm, children are invited to take part in our Community Foundation led activities, which includes our try scoring inflatable, wheelchair rugby, and our Davanti Tyres passing challenge. Places are limited, and we ask that interested participants meet at the red Community Foundation gazebo on the running track.
Kit Check
The Warriors will play in their home kit on Friday night.
Not got yours? All our 2024 Kappa match and training wear is available to purchase in-store and online HERE.
Match Officials
The referee in charge of Friday night’s Challenge Cup tie will be James Vella.
How to Follow
Please note that tomorrow’s cup tie will not be televised.
Listen Live
Listen to free audio commentary of Wigan Warriors v Sheffield Eagles from 7:50pm via our Mixlr page HERE. Alternatively, you can simply use the pop out player below:
Social Media:
As an alternative to following the game, Wigan fans can keep up-to-date with every piece of the action via our social media channels and website:
- X (@WiganWarriorsRL) – live game updates and reaction at the final hooter.
- Instagram (@wiganwarriorsrl) – behind-the-scenes action, both before and after kick-off.
- Facebook (Wigan Warriors) – live matchday information and reaction.
- Website (www.wiganwarriors.com) – post-match reaction including match report, and head coach and players reaction.
