Salford Red Devils pulled off a stunning victory over St Helens in a thrilling Super League match. Led by scrum-half Marc Sneyd, the Red Devils secured their first league double over St Helens since 1980. Sneyd converted Chris Hankinson’s try to give Salford the edge in a closely contested game.
The match started with St Helens opening the scoring through James Bell, but Salford fought back with two tries from Deon Cross and one from Kallum Watkins. Despite a strong performance from St Helens, including tries from Curtis Sironen and Mark Percival, Salford managed to stay ahead.
Salford’s victory was even more impressive considering the absence of key players like Ryan Brierley and Tim Lafai due to injuries. The team’s resilience and determination were evident as they put pressure on the Saints’ defense throughout the game.
The match came down to a furious finale, with both teams trading tries and penalties. Salford’s never-say-die attitude paid off as they scored a late try through Hankinson to level the score at 18-18. Sneyd’s conversion sealed the victory for the Red Devils, much to the delight of their head coach Paul Rowley.
Rowley praised his team’s defensive effort and highlighted Sneyd’s leadership on the field. Despite missing key players, Salford showed great composure and deserved the hard-fought win. On the other hand, St Helens coach Paul Wellens rued his team’s defensive lapses and missed opportunities, acknowledging Sneyd’s impact on the game.
Overall, Salford’s victory was a testament to their team spirit and resilience in the face of adversity. The Red Devils will look to build on this impressive performance as they continue their Super League campaign.