Match Preview: St Helens (Magic)

In association with Davanti Tyres, here’s everything you need to know ahead of our Betfred Super League magic weekend clash against st helens.

As Magic Weekend takes over the city of Leeds for the first time, the Warriors face St Helens in the second of three matches to be played at Elland Road on Saturday.

Squad News

Matt Peet has selected his 21-player squad for the derby.

Wigan squad for St Helens:

Opposition

St Helens head coach Paul Wellens has named his squad to face the Warriors.

Previous Meetings

Last 10 meetings:

  • Wigan 16, St Helens 12 (SLR17, 12/7/24)
  • St Helens 12, Wigan 4 (SLR6, 29/3/24)
  • St Helens 34, Wigan 16 (SLR15, 9/6/23)
  • Wigan 14, St Helens 6 (SLR8, 7/4/23)
  • Wigan 30, St Helens 10 (SLR25, 26/8/22)
  • St Helens 20, Wigan 18 (SLR18, 9/7/22) (at St James’ Park, Newcastle)
  • St Helens 18, Wigan 20 (CCSF, 7/5/22) (at Elland Road, Leeds)
  • St Helens 22, Wigan 4 (SLR8, 15/4/22)
  • Wigan 2, St Helens 26 (SLR20, 20/8/21)
  • St Helens 24, Wigan 6 (SLR13, 4/7/21)

Magic Weekend Summary:

  • Wigan: Won 8, Lost 6, Drawn 2
  • St Helens: Won 9, Lost 6, Drawn 1

Super League Summary:

  • Wigan wins: 41
  • St Helens wins: 48
  • Draws: 4
Coaches Quotes

Matt Peet shared his Magic Weekend excitement with the press at Elland Road on Monday afternoon.

Peet: “Magic Weekend always has a big game feel about it, it’s a carnival atmosphere and a good opportunity for all the fans, players and staff to be together over the same weekend. There’ll be some great moments across all the games and I look forward to it.”

Read Peet’s quotes in full HERE.

Tickets

Limited tickets remain available to purchase from The Brick Community Stadium Ticket Office and online HERE until 12pm on Friday 16 August.

Reserved Seating

Please note that tickets situated in the John Charles West Stand will be reserved. Supporters must ensure they sit in their allocated seat(s) at all times as a ticket holder might not have arrived yet.

Unreserved Seating

Please note that tickets situated in the East, South and North Revive Stand will be unreserved. It is important to note that if an unreserved seat is vacated, it may not be possible to return to the same seat at a later time. Supporters are asked not to sit in any seat marked as reserved in these areas.

Fan Guide

Pass Out System

A pass out/return system will be operated on both event days allowing spectators to move freely to and from the stadium bowl – there is no limit on the number of times someone is allowed to pass out and re-enter.

Spectators leaving the stadium with the intention of returning may do so but MUST first ensure they have had a hand stamp from a stadium steward upon initial exit – if there is no evidence of a hand stamp re-entry will not be permitted. It is important that match tickets are not discarded as tickets must be produced alongside a hand stamp for re-entry if using the pass out system.

Fan Zone

The Magic Weekend Fan Zone will be located directly outside Elland Road offering food, drinks and activates delivered by official partners.

Host Alex Simmons will be at the heart of the activity with live music and special guest interviews whilst Leeds based band Lucky Iris are set to perform live on Saturday night.

Be sure to visit the Fan Zone for a chance to have your photo taken with the Betfred Super League trophy, get your face painted with Club colours, and to stand a chance of winning a selection of exclusive Super League prizes.

A full Magic Weekend fan guide is available HERE.

Kit Check
Photo: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com

The Warriors will play in their charity third shirt at Elland Road – more information on the kit is available HERE.

Not got yours? All our 2024 Kappa match and training wear is available to purchase in-store and online HERE.

Match Officials

Jack Smith has been selected as the referee to take charge, whilst Liam Moore has been chosen as the video referee.

How to Follow

Listen Live

Listen to free audio commentary of Wigan Warriors v St Helens from 4:50pm via our Mixlr page HERE. Alternatively, you can simply use the pop out player below:

WiganTV is on Mixlr

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.
Thursday 15 August 2024