Its a very good observation, add to that a global pandemic which put the breaks in people mixing and breaks habits like final attendance. If you look at the drop off in demand across a range of services (eg cinema attendance) I imagine the patterns are similar.

After last night it’s obvious that St Helens will be stopped. It’s clear to see that the refs have been told to make sure Warrington win at all costs

Nothing to do with Salfords discipline that led to 2 8 point tries being awarded?

It definitely looked like discipline and fitness was the reason for the final score to me. Although Smith continued his tradition of making some questionable decisions, he definitely didn't lose Salford the game.

Remember when I said Leeds only ever bring a minibus to St Helens despite their fans saying they were the best supported team in super league? Only to be called a troll by said Leeds fans?…….lol

Just like last season. Refs have been told to sin bin St Helens players whenever possible. No wonder no one cares about rugby league in this country because it’s laughable

What the actual ????? Shoulder charge but Welsby gets penalised? Told you. The refs have been paid

After the referees display last night and tonight, it’s obvious the referees have been told to make sure St Helens don’t win SL.



Utterly embarassing for rugby league league in this country

Seems what was said to be the worst Leeds squad in a decade can......very well played by Leeds and a good performance from the officials

LOL

So if Saints beat Penrith to be World Champions, Leeds then beat Saints, and Wire stuck 40odd on Leeds, does that make Wire the best in the world?



Maybe it is our year??

Oh Lebron....

the thread is nearly as entertaining as the match tonight...nearly. Great effort from Leeds, showed some great determination to stay in the game.

I CAN'T SPEYK!

Leigh won.

Want some chips with that salt?

I thought that was really poor from St Helens. They (both the team and a section of the fans) ended up acting like a bunch of spoilt brats not getting their own way. I don’t know if it was tactical or just players losing their heads but there was a lot of dirty play tonight.

Absolutely p155ed myself laughing at the chavs in the crowd.



Embarrassing- bet they were happy when they won the 2002 Grand final off the back of Chris Joynt’s voluntary tackle. Short memories.

three cards for late hits, really really grubby play

the best teams dont have to resort to injuring players imo

If Makinson didn't Don Fox it with that penalty, all that scouse dummy spitting wouldn't be happening

Fixed it for you mate.

Aww are you OK sweetheart? Are you the lady who was getting all worked up on TV? Suck on a boiled sweet, you'll be OK.