I'm assuming there isn't one already? Had a quick look and could find nowt. Makes sense to have an official thread since there seem to be plenty of egg chasing fans on here

 

Anyhow, this has just been announced:

 

http://www.leighjournal.co.uk/sport/11058964.Championship_Finals_Day_will_be_staged_at_home_of_Leeds_Rhinos/

 

Will be a fucking brilliant day out, that! Leigh had better make it there now (although if we keep sticking 52 past everyone we shouldn't have much trouble)

has someone kidnapped Malcolm?

has someone kidnapped Malcolm?

 

I was just about to explain what the 16 year-old babysitters got up to.

Good game. Great not to put up with every decision being analysed to the nth degree. Scoreline certainly wasn’t a fair reflection.

Watched it as live just now

 

Always thought play the balls were quicker down south

 

Aussies seemed to be slowing it down to me

 

 

Anyway, play again in the final, it's 30 points difference

Not really arsed about RL internationally, but watched it live this morning cos I had nowt else to do. Nearly switched off in the first half when we looked like getting over run.

 

We were the better team in second half though and could have had something, they were desperate to take that penalty to go 12-4.

 

Agreed though, 30 points difference next time if it happens.

Next up for England are Lebanon, who beat France today.

There seem to be a lot of Lebanese Australians.

It was 18-18 with 7 minutes left, then Moses worked his magic with a drop goal set up by Ro Farah. Moses then scored an individual try collecting his own chip through.Then Travis Robinson added another try.

Ireland beat Italy. Next they meet PapuaNew Guinea, who marmalised Wales yesterday.

There doesn’t seem to be a lot of Lebanese Australians, Malc, there are THOUSANDS of Lebanese Australians. Cronulla riots and all that.

Superb second half from Tonga today.

From 2-16 at half time against NZ they went on to win 28-22.

Fiji 4 NZ 2. No tries but an absolute thriller!

Can England beat the mighty PNG?

Can England beat the mighty PNG?

The South Islanders have been really impressive so far so i don't expect an easy game but England should win and Tonga in the Semis will be even tougher.

Edited November 18, 20178 yr by Salford Trotter

The South Islanders have been really impressive so far so i don't expect an easy game but England should win and Tonga in the Semis will be even tougher.

Interesting that as I think the png game will be harder than the semi with Tonga

Apparently we are in the world cup semi-final against Tonga Moor. Nationally it has gone under the radar; apart from from the hotbeds of Batley, Featherstone and Leigh. I think we'll win by 200+ pts. COYERL

Apparently we are in the world cup semi-final against Tonga Moor. Nationally it has gone under the radar; apart from from the hotbeds of Batley, Featherstone and Leigh. I think we'll win by 200+ pts. COYERL

 

I am listening to the cricket and watching the rugby.

I can't see the highlights over here but it sounds like a cracking last 7 mins. The Aussies look far too strong for us to trouble them though

That left seven minutes scared the shite out of me. Well worth the early start.

Inadvertantly watched the game from around 50 mins. Wouldn't normally bother but was impressed by both teams.

Quite enjoyed it but not the tension at the end.

 

I thought the singing by the crowd was magical and its a pity the atmosphere didn't come through.

Could listen to that all day.

What a atmosphere best I’ve ever encountered,the noise and singing where incredible,90mins after the final whistle they were still at it . I honestly think we have a good chance in the final all the pressure is on them .

You in Auckland Medway?

Yes till Tuesday then fly out to Sydney for a couple of days then Brisbane for the final

Yes till Tuesday then fly out to Sydney for a couple of days then Brisbane for the final

Top banana; enjoy it.

 

Wonder if those Tonga supporters fancy making a CD?

Top banana; enjoy it.

 

Wonder if those Tonga supporters fancy making a CD?

 

They certainly put those Welsh singers to shame.

 

And I can see why their flag incorporates a red cross red cross.

Top banana; enjoy it.

 

Wonder if those Tonga supporters fancy making a CD?

The rugby league's equivalent to Iceland

Amazing support, put NZ'ers to shame.

 

Went to the Lions V All Blacks, barely heard a peep all match.

So, have we any hope? Brain says no fucking chance but heart hopes we have.

 

Just like the Brisbane Ashes test being regarded down here as 'one start' for them each time it's here, they regard the RL world championship as theirs by right so it would be the ultimate slap down to win this on their soil.

 

Here's hoping but not expecting the thugbies to emulate our RU heroes.