HULL KR 46 SALFORD 22

Salford got the perfect start as Greg Johnson some how squeezed over in what seemed an impossible situation in the corner! Tommy Lee missed the conversion 0-4.

There was confusion at the back for Salford from Dane Chisholms high kick as Salford knocked on. A penalty soon followed for off side and Chris Welham scored on his farewell apperance for Rovers to tie the scores at 4-4.

Hull kr hit the front 3 minutes later as George Lawlor went over from another good kick from Chisholm. Mantellato added the extras  10-4.
Chris Welham spilled the ball from the kick off and Salford took full advantage as Harrison Hansen scooted over, Ben Jones Bishop converted 10-10.

It was a great spell in the game from Salford and another try soon followed when Lama Tasi crashed over off Adrian Morleys off load! Jones Bishop goaled 10-16.

A lovely offload from the ever busy Logan Tomkins sent young Ryan Lannon over! the academey captain worked hard and didnt look out of place in the first team. Jones Bishop again goaled to give salford a 10-22 lead at half time.
There were four of salford academy players in the side in Ryan Lannon, Jake Bibby, Luke Menzies and Josh Wood.
Salford started brightly in the second half as Gregg Jonson cut loose outwide only to spill the ball.

Rovers then seized there chance and Josh Mantellato scored in what was the turning point of the game. there was a complete momentum change and ten minutes into the second half rovers were level when Ken Sio scored 22-22.

After that there were very few highlights for Salford as Rovers scored another four tries without reply from Chisholm, Mccarthy, Cockayne and Blair to complete a 36-0 second half turn around.

It was a disappointing afternoon for the travelling Salford supporters who were there in numbers again.
There was a nice proud moment at full time for Adrian Morley as both teams formed a guard of honour as he retired from rugby league after a fantastic carreer!
final score Hull kr 46 Salford 22

Widnes 10 Salford 24

Salford ripped into Widnes from the kick off. niall evalds made a great break and found Junior Sau who fed Josh Griffin for the first try after just two minutes. All this before Widnes had touched the ball.
dobson missed the conversion but added a penalty shortly after 0-6.

Salford looked so much better in defence today but the line was breached when Patrick Ah Van scored in the 13th minute, conversion missed 4-6.

Matt Whitley had a try ruled out after some nice work from from danger man Ah Van who is always a hand full.
Scott Taylor charged over after Logan Tomkins was held up short following Lloyd Whites error at the scrum, 4-12.

A penalty conceded for a proffesional foul on Tomkins and Tommy Lee sent Cory Paterson under the posts with a lovely pass on 27mins 4-18.
Salford were now in complete control. Widnes lost Clarkson and Dean to injury and great pressure from Salford was causing the home side to make errors! Liam Hood was sin binned for a high tackle on Kevin Brown 3minutes before the break but salford went in 4-18 at half time.
salford made the perfect start to the second half as Junior Sau roared over just 3minutes in 4-24.
It was then great defence from Josh Griffin to keep ah van from scoring and widnes just couldnt find away through salfords solid defence.
Harrison Hansen was sin binned after 58minutes for a tackle on Hanbury, Widnes took advantage as Brown sent Lloyd White over 10-24.
Lama Tasi then scorched through and seemed unstoppable only to lose the ball over the line.
Kevin Brown and Josh Griffin were both sent off late on for fighting but Salford were not going to be denied today!

They out fought widnes in every department and thouroughly deserved the victory.
The defence at times was outstanding and with 4 well worked tries!

Michael Dobson organised and ran the show for salford and was brilliant today.
the travelling supporters from Salford were loud and proud all afternoon and went home happy!
Same again next sunday at Hull kr as we look to finish the season on a good run!

Widnes 21 Salford 20

After a tight start with both sides trading early sets off six in attacking territory Salford forced a repeat set. A lovely kick through from chase was pounced on by Niall evalds to out Salford 6-0 up. A high kick was caught in goal and a quick tap re start so Widnes move down the pitch. I high tackle was penalised and shortly after another penalty followed and Salford couldn't withstand the pressure as Chris clarkson went over ten yard from the line from a nice short pass. 6-6
Widnes let the kick re start go out into touch so Salford were back on the front foot. Another great kick from chase and evalds was impeded by the Widnes defence. A penalty followed and Cory Paterson forced his way over in what seemed an impossible situation. 6-12.
Chase put another brilliant kick in which turned out to be a forty twenty but Salford failed to capitalise from the next play. Just before the break a wicked kick across the in goal almost got Widnes level but Salford went in 6-12 at half time.
So good work in defence from Junior Sau causes Widnes to spill the ball and from the next set Salford are awarded a penalty for a high shot. Griffin kicks the goal and Salford extend there lead 6-14.
Poor discipline costs Salford again with Widnes being rather fortunate with two penalties and weak defence close to the line as Widnes crash over with Paddy Flynn. 10-14
Nice work out wide from chase and few kick play the balls put Salford on the front foot and Scott Taylor is in from close range griffin kicks the goal and Salford are in complete control 10-20.
A charge down from Patterson follows but Salford then knock on letting Widnes off the hook. It's another Widnes penalty that follows and there in again from close range with stefan marsh. 16-20
Salford really turn up the heat in defence and ah van spills the ball in his own half after great pressure from Jordan Walne. Salford fail to add any points and are harshly penalised when it looks like a loose carry. A good dummy out wide is taken an heremaia races over the kick is missed wide out but the scores are level 20-20.
Both teams trade sets as the game goes end to end looking for a one pointer. Scott Taylor is adjudged to lose the ball when it looked like a Salford penalty. Widnes work the ball towards the post and with moments remaining Danny Craven keeps a cool head to slot a drop goal over and give Widnes a 21-20 lead.
Salford try to get the ball back from the kick off but fail and Widnes see the final few moments out.
Plenty of effort today from Salford and it's hard to take the defeat but that sees us finish 11th going into the middle eights.

Leeds Rhinos 70 Salford Red Devils 6

After a couple of early sets close to the Leeds line the rhinos took the first points after danny McGuire twisted his way over 6-0. After conceding early penalties Adam cuthbertson crashed over from a nice short ball from Paul aiton 12-0.
Adrian Morley was then sin binned for a high tackle on rob burrow.
Further penalties followed and Jimmy kienhorst put Watkins over in the corner then a nice kick from McGuire and brett Delaney pounced to put Leeds 24-0.
Salfords kick off then went out on the full and hardacker raced over after a big over lap and Leeds were rampant at 30-0.
Ryan hall then scored followed by a disallowed effort from former Salford centre Joel moon. Moon did go over minutes later and the teams went in for half time with the score at 40-0.
Ben Jones bishop was denied a try after a poor pass from junior sau went forward. Seconds later ash handley raced from his own half and sent Zak hardacker in for his second 46-0. Niall evalds then put salford on the scoreboard with a nice try under the posts from a grubber kick and cory Paterson kicked the goal 46-6. That's as good as it got for Salford though as tries from hall,kienhorst, Walters and two from Ablett made it 70-6 at the full time hooter and yet another dark day at headingly for the loyal Salford faithful behind the posts.

Salford 18 Warrington 34

Salford Red Devils gave another battling performance but unfortunately for the huge 6 thousand plus crowd who turned up to the AJ Bell witnessed another defeat this time to Warrington.

Salford started on the back foot when Warrington charged down a Theo Fagas kick for Ben Currie to open the scoring. Salford got back in the contest when good work sent Corey Paterson though a gap to score.

Warrington found another gear with Jean Ormsby and Stefan Ratchford putting the wolves in the driving seat. But just before half time Salford hit back when Junior Sa'u reduced the deficit with a try in the corner.

This contest was still in the balance Jean Ormsby added a second for Warrington after the break before Salfords Niall Evalds burst the Warrington defence and just managed to reach over the line for Salford.

Warrington didn't panic and  two tries by Brad Dwyer and a  Ormsby's hatrick try secured Warrington's win.

Salford have now lost six straight games without their main playmaker Rangi Chase and remain 11th in the Super League table.

Salford can feel a bit aggrieved that they didn't get much from Ben Thaler the referee. The penalty count with 5 minutes to go was 11-4 to Warrington.
This type of thing does add fuel to the fire that there maybe a agenda in place.

In the cold light of day Warrington were the better side in patches but the effort from the players cannot be faulted. Hopefully Salfords luck will turn soon.

Salford will look back to a Cory Patterson try which was ruiled out by the video referee for a knock on as being the turning point in the game.

Next game is Widnes at Magic weekend in Newcastle hopefully Salford can win and stop this run of defeats.

Salford 0 Huddesfield 19

A cold, wet and frustrating night at the AJ Bell stadium for Salford Red Devils as they went down 19-0 to Huddesfield Giants.

Salford still lacking several players though injury and suspension lacked creativity though out the game, the players still gave 100% but after couple of promising performances under pressure in the last few weeks unfortunately for Salford they looked to have had their energy levels drained.

The referee didn't help Salford's cause with several decisions which at best could be classed as bonkers, which upset the home crowd

Weller Haraki was sent to the sin bin for fighting as Huddersfield lead by Danny Brough did enough to keep Salford at arms length though out the game

Veteran Adrian Morley was put on report for a potential head-butt which deepens Salford's worries with bigger games to come.

The week off has come at the right time for Salford who will be hoping that the time will allow injured and suspended players to come back and strengthen the team for future battles.

Hull FC 24 Salford 20

Salford  Red Devils  battled bravely but unfortunately  came back from Humberside  with no points as they went down 24-20 against  Hull FC.

Salford started brightly when Kevin Locke scored his 3rd try in 2 games brilliantly caughting a towering bomb to touched down. Theo Fages' penalty put Salford further ahead.

Hull hit back when Tom Lineham's turn of pace beat the Salford defence for Hull's first try, during his celebration  he abused a match official  and was sin binned.

Salford  got to half time leading 6-8 and belief began to grow that Salford with all the injuries and Suspensions could get a win.

Salford started the 2nd half on top with a Greg Johnson's offload bounced nicely for Joe Greenwood to score giving Salford a 8 point lead.

Hull though a powerful Talanoa effort brought Hull to within two points and the game was back in the mix.

Salford extended their lead again on loan centre Gildart pounced just before the dead-ball line to score for Salford, but Hull's Minichiello powered over from close range to reduce the gap to two once again.

After a glut of penalties Hulls  Sa broke Salford hearts scoring the game-winning try under the posts with 6 minutes to go despite  some desperate defence .

Salford  were  brave, with injuries and suspensions hitting the  squad  hard. The players gave everything  they had to try and get a result but unfortunately  couldn't  hang on at the end.

But as fans we could not ask  for any more from the players. They are doing it tough at the moment  but effort, commitment  and heart is all us fans can ask for and we had lots of it last night 

Salford 20 Castleford 22

Brave Salford lost 20-22 against Castleford tigers at the AJ Bell yesterday.

Salford started brightly when Theo Fagas pounced on a loose carry from the Tigers to open the scoring for the Red Devils.

Salford extended their lead when Kevin Locke got over the line for his 1st try in a Salford shirt to give Salford a 10-0 lead after 22 minutes.

Castleford hit back though ex Red Ashley Gibson who finished off 2 well worked tries to tie the scores at 10 all at the break.

The game started slipping away from Salford, Castlefords Nathan Massey skipped though the defence to score.
 
Castleford extended their lead to 12 as a cross field kick was not delt with by Johnson or Evalds allowing Winger Robson to score.

Salford kept the pressure up and after a great break  Gildart Fed Kevin Locke who crossed for his second try of the afternoon. With the conversion was missed but Salford fought on.

After a brief delay when the referee Robert Stokes went off injured Salford though Scott Taylor crossed the line, Greg Johnson conversion to take the score to 20-22  and despite heroics Castleford hung on for the win.

Injuries to Liam Hood, Adrian Morley, Kevin Locke and Scott Taylor added to a already huge injury list as Salford prepare to find some players to complete the Hull FC fixture next week.

 

Leigh 22 Salford 18

It was 2001 all over again for Salford Red Devils as they were knocked out of the challenge cup by high flying championship side Leigh.

Salford opened the scoring early when Theo Fagas barged his way over from close range. A good start by the Red Devils.

Leigh hit back however with 2 tries in 5 minutes Ridyard exposing some weak outside edge defence and McNally finishing of a 50 break under the post to give Leigh the lead. 12-6

Just on half time Salford levelled the scores Lovely break by Theo Fagas allowed Evalds to score and with Patterson adding the extras it was 12 all at half time

Salford regained the lead after half time Salford moved the ball well allowing Evalds to reach over the line again 18-12. The Reds had their noses in front.

Unfortunately for Salford this is where Salfords cup fairlytail ended and Leighs began. Leighs Ryan Brierley intercepted a loose pass by Ben Jones Bishop to tie the score .

Then with 10 minutes to go Jonathan Pownall burst the edge defence of Salford to give Leigh the lead.

Salford had few opportunities in the last 10 minutes and Leigh hung on for another famous cup win.

Injuries to Michael Dobson and Junior Sau were critical to Salford who lacked structure, organisation and creativity at times.
With a possible suspension coming for Cory Patterson after a clash with Greg McNally early in the game Salfords problems have multiplied further.

Castleford a week today is a huge game for Salford to banish this cup disappointment and keep our top 8 hopes alive need somebodies back tho or its going to be a tough day at the office.

                                                                                                            

Salford 24 Wigan 18

Salford do a Easter double for the 1st time since 2009 with a gutsy win against Wigan Warriors

Wigan scored 1st when Larne Patrick opened the scoring with a try right under the sticks. Hampshire kicked his first of two conversions.  Wigan increased their lead with a penalty by Hampshire and after 20 minutes it was 0-8 and Salford had a lot to do.

Salford started climbing that mountain five minutes later Niall Evalds scored after a brilliant pass by Rangi Chase. Josh Griffin converted and Salford were back in the hunt.

Just before half time the Salford hit the front  Josh Griffin made a break offloading to the supporting  Michael Dobson who beat the cover to score.

Half time score  score was Salford Red Devils 12-8 Wigan Warriors and with the players of 1996 challenge cup success against Wigan  in attendance Salford fans wondered if another famous win was around the corner

The 2nd half was a battle both sides showing the effects of two games over the Easter period.

Salford scored again and extended their lead Ben Jones-Bishop burst the tired Wigan defence to score by the posts

Wigan knew the game was sliding away  hammering the Salford line many times but to a man the home defence stood strong.

With 14 minutes of the game left, Weller Hauraki of Salford and John Bateman of Wigan had a fight and both were given 10 minutes to cool down by the referee.

Wigan Warriors found a gap in the tiring Salford  defence Ryan Hampshire zig zagged over the line for the visitors.

It was a 4 point ball game and both sides senced it was their moment to win.

Salford and Niall Evalds would be the victor tho as he crossed the line with 2 minutes left on the clock and the crowd inside the AJ Bell went bananas.

A minute later both Weller and Bateman were given their marching orders as the two clashed again

Wigan Warriors would score a  consolation try through winger Joe Burgess in the left corner but it wasn't enough as Salford marched on to another victory which puts them 3rd in the Super league table.

Huddersfield 12 Salford 18

A brilliant performance by Salford Red Devils saw us move up the Super league table to 4th after a gutsy win against Huddersfield Giants.

Salford Scored 1st in the 21st minute a Ben Jones-Bishop kicked through for  Josh Griffin to pounce on the ball to score. J Griffin failed to kick the conversion.

Just 10 minutes later, Salford extended their lead a Rangi Chase grubber  straight off the back of the scrum was caught by  Jones-Bishop who despite pressure put the ball down to score. Josh Griffin did not miss the conversion and Salford lead 10-0. 

As half time approached the Giants scored through second row Jack Hughes. Brough kicked his goal and as the hooter sounded the half time score was Huddersfield Giants 6-10 Salford Red Devils.

The 2nd half started Salford turned the screw on their opponents with some outstanding defence and great attacking runs.

Salford were rewarded when Rangi Chase created some good field position to allow Carl Forster to crash over under the posts in front of a stand full of jubilant reds.  Josh Griffin converted.

10 minutes to go Huddersfield hit back when Aaron Murphy made the score 16-12

The next 10 minutes were full of pressure moments with both sides trying to score the try which would win the game.

Huddersfield Giants wilted under the pressure conceded a penalty 15 metres from their own line with just four minutes to go and Griffin kicked the goal and Salford lead by six

Two drop goal attempts by Michael Dobson were missed as the rollercoaster of emotion continued for Salford

Huddersfield chanced their arm in the dying seconds but after some heroic defence spilt the ball and Salford won the game.

A brilliant performance by Salford full of grit and determination for the full 80 minutes. Bring on Wigan on Bank Holiday Monday

Salford 36 Widnes 8

Salford racked up a big win against Widnes to move to 4th In the Super League.

Salford opened the scoring after 3 minutes, Rangi Chase kicked though the Widnes defence for Ben Jones-Bishop to score. Josh Griffin converted to give Salford a 6-0 lead.

Salford increased their lead when a busy Michael Dobson kick was caught by Weller Hauraki who crossed for a try.

Widnes player Stefan Marsh was Sin binned by referee Ben Thaler for holding Dobson down after a impressive break by Liam Hood.

Widnes a man light found some rhythm and were rewarded when Paddy Flynn crossed for the visitors. Jack Owens converted.

Widnes kicked a penalty kick just before half time to make it 16-8 at the break.

Salford started the 2nd half very well and put Widnes under pressure. Lama Tasi broke the stubborn Widnes resistance to touched down by the posts.

Salford continued to open up the Widnes defence. Josh Griffin scored in the corner after good play by Patterson and Cory himself plucked a high ball from the sky to score shortly after.

Both tries went to the video ref and both were correctly given.

Scott Taylor put the icing on the cake with a battling solo effort towards the end.

A impressive Salford win very dominant throughout and lots of positives to take forward to Huddesfield on Good Friday.

Full Time Score Salford Red Devils 36-8 Widnes Vikings.

Castleford 30 Salford 16

Salfords 3 game unbeaten run came to an end as they went down 30-16 away at Castleford.

Tigers scored 1st ex Red Luke Dorn assisted Justin Carney who despite a heavy Salford presence in defence scored.  Luke Gale successfully converted and it was 6-0

Castleford doubled their lead Liam Finn scoring for the Tigers.

Salford struck back  Tommy Lee pounced on a great grubber kick by Rangi Chase and Josh Griffin converted. 12-6 all to play for.

Castleford extended their advantage a few minutes later Michael Shenton finishing of a flowing team move to score.

Salford still battled on, a Michael Dobson high hanging kick was spilt by the Castleford defence allowing ex Castleford star Weller Hauraki space to score Salford’s second try of the game.

As half time approached Rangi Chase and Castleford Tiger’s Justin Carney had a bit of a fight and both were sent to the sin bin.

Two minutes from half time Scott Wheeldon sliced though to score for Castleford taking the half time score to 22-12.

Castleford started the 2nd half the strongest Ben Jones-Bishop fumbled a Liam Finn bomb and Castleford scored to open up the gap further for the Tigers.

Castleford made the game safe with Carney's second try of the night before Ben Jones-Bishop scored a consolation for Salford after good hands by Josh Griffin with 10 minutes to go.

Castleford Tigers kicked a penalty in the dying second to end the scoring.

A tough night at the Jungle for Harris and his men who would have been looking to keep their winning run going and push further into to top 8.

Hopefully a better performance against Widnes on Thursday but the final score at the Mend-A-Hose Jungle was Castleford Tigers 30-16 Red Devils

Salford 24 Wakefield 18

Salford Red Devils made it 3 games undefeated and moved up to 6th place in Super League with a nail biting win over Wakefield.

Wakefield scored 1st. Jacob Miller collected a pass after a weaving run split the Salford Defence. Craig Hall converted.

Salford struck back within minutes Rangi Chase turned defence into attack intercepting a loose Wakefield pass and racing 50 meters before offloading to Greg Johnson to score. Josh Griffin converted and it was 6-6

Salford put Wakefield under pressure and it paid off, Weller Hauraki burst his way through some weak Wakefield defence to score. Griffin added the extras.

Half time came and the score was  12 – 6, did Salford have enough in the tank to see the game out?

Second half started brightly for Salford. A Theo Fages break caused chaos in the Wildcats defence allowing Rangi Chase space to score the third of the afternoon for Salford.

Wakefield were still in the contest Paul McShane scored to the left of the posts and Salford fans started to fear the worst.

Adrian Morley on his 300th Super league game came to the rescue for the Reds.
He picked up a loose pass and ran 40m to put Salford in a great position.
Next tackle it was Junior Sa’u on the right wing that collected a long Chase pass to score. Griffin Converted and the score was Salford 24 Wakefield 12.

Wakefield set up a tence last 5 minutes. Craig Hall crossed to close the gap to 6 but  Salford hung on to extend their unbeaten run of games to 3.

Catalan 40 Salford 40

Salford Red Devils sneaked a draw in the south of France after a 80 point thriller.

Junior Sau gave Salford a great start barging over in the opening minutes.
Salford increased their lead Josh Griffin collecting a offload from Cory Patterson to score.  Griffin converted his own effort and Salford lead 10-0.

A bit of magic by Theo Fagas sent  Patterson crashing over and Salford had a healthy lead.

Salford were red hot and scored again shortly after. Tommy Lee punishing some slack Catalans defence running in the Red Devils' fourth score.

Catalan  Dragons' got back in the game Taia scoring their first try.

Scott Dureau converted and further trys cut Salfords lead at half time to 18-22 Duport and Pomeroy going over for the Dragons

In the 2nd half a Theo Fages interception brought up Salfords fifth try, Catalans hit back with Pomeroy diving over for his second.

Rangi Chase increased the visitors' lead with his first try of the season assisted by Kevin Locke but again Catalans came back, Oldfield catching a Dureau kick to score in the corner.

Dureau succeeded with two kicks to make it 32-32, but he failed to convert two further Catalan tries by Whitehead and Henderson which was crucial.

Cory Patterson grabbed his second of the game reaching over the line with 3 minutes to go.

Catalan Dragons conceded a penalty for not playing the ball correctly and Josh Griffin kicked the penalty to secured a point in the south of France for Salford.

Salford play Wakefield at home next week, the start of a run of fixtures which will make or break Salfords season.

Salford 32 Hull FC 28

Rangi Chase produced a magical performance to inspire Salford Red Devils to their 1st win of the season.

Salford started brightly In the third minute Jordan Walne burst through the defence and passed to Niall Evalds to score Josh Griffin converted and Salford led.

The Red Devils scored again soon after Tommy Lee made a break and Theo Fages was in support to score.

Hull hit back after 15 minutes, Jordan Rankin scored Marc Sneyd converted and it was game on.

Salford scored next Niall Evalds got his second of the game fed by Salfords halfbacks.

10 minutes from half time Adrian Morley was sinbinned for a high tackle leaving the Red Devils with 12 men for the remainder of the rest of the half.

Salford were unable to hang on till half time Hull crossed again  Sneyd converted and Salford fans were nervous.  Hull FC  kicked a penalty bang on half time so  Salford lead 16 – 14 at the break.

The second half started and it was all Hull. A tough tackle on Salford centre Mason Caton-Brown saw play halted whilst he was treated then unfortunately left the field on a stretcher.

Hull took advantage of Salfords injury crisis with both Caton-Brown and Evalds off injured by scoring 15 minutes into the 2nd half.

Salford bounced back scoring 2 tries in a 6 minute period Josh Griffin crossing for both in the left corner.

The final 10 minutes were full of nerves. Hull FC scored another try through Thompson taking the score difference to just 4 points.

5 minutes before the hooter  Junior Sa’u dived over in the right hand corner to give Salford some breathing space.

Hull FC scored again through Lineham at the death and despite lots of Hull pressure Salford hung on to record their 1st win of the season.

Salford Red Devils next opponents are Catalan Dragons in France. It will be a tough battle but after today Salfords conference must be on the up so anything is possible.

Salford 6 St Helens 52

A promising performance last week against Warrington gave supporters hope this season could be the one we finally make our mark. Unfortunately for the big crowd that turned up Salford crumbled in their 1st home game of the season.

Both sides created chances early but Salford were not able to take them.  St Helens made them pay In the 1st 20 minutes running in 3 tries by Jordan Turner, Mark Percival and Jo Greenwood gave Saints a commanding 14-0 lead.

Salford Hit back after 30 minutes though a great try by Ben Jones Bishop. He sliced though the saints defence returning a kick.

Saints stuck the knife into Salfords comeback with a try eather side of half time. Luke Thompson and Tommy Makinson the try scorers.

Salford struggled 2nd half with a mounting injury list and Saints pushed further ahead. Tries from Mark Percival Mark Greenwood and Jordan Turner getting their 2nd of the game.

Andy Sevelio completed the scoring for Saints at the end.

Salford fans were left stunned, frustrated and angry on the terrace at the end. Michael Dobson, Kevin Locke and Cory Patterson having to go off injured caused more sadness for the Red Devils fans.

The next game against Hull is now huge. Lets hope a few wrongs are straightened out by Iestyn and his men by then.

Here is our only try by Ben Jones Bishop enjoy

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=vfFdus33dRk&feature=youtu.be

Warrington 22 Salford 8

A huge Salford away following witnessed a tough game in Salfords opening fixtures of this Super league season against Warrington.

The 1st 20 minutes was full of passion from both Side's with Cory Patterson and Gaz Hock showing great aggression against a big Warrington Pack.

Salford had their chances early door Patterson went close after breaking the Warrington line, Josh Griffin picked up a loose ball and was pushed into touch with the line begging and Ben Jones Bishop spilt the ball when the overlap was in Salfords favour.

It took 27 minutes for Wire to break the deadlock ex Salford player Stefan Ratchford worked his magic sending another ex red Richie Myler's to score the opening try.

Mickey Higham then dived over from close range despite claims of a incorrect play of the ball and  Ratchford converted.

Adam walne saw yellow for persistent fouling as the game got close to half time. Salford were down to 12 men and with some heroic defence kept the score to 12-0 at half time.

Salford weathered the Warrington storm early in the 2nd half and after 10 minutes Warrington found themselves down to 12 men. Ben Westwood yellow-carded for a horrible head tackle on Walne.

Salford pressed trying to take advantage of the extra man but Warrington came up with a sucker punch Atkins bagged their third try from a kick though and despite heroics by Johnson trying to keep him out scored 18-0 and Salford had a mountain to climb.

Salford continued to press and were rewarded when Jones-Bishop collected Dobson's cut out pass to go over in the corner just before the hour. 18-4

Despite some Salford pressure Evans scored for Warrington and the match was over as a contest

Salford made the scoreline more respectable with Jones-Bishop's second try two minutes from time after a good break by Rangi Chase and quick hands gave the flying winger time to go over.

Despite defeat Salford gave a battling performance for the 2000 fans that made the journey and will take confidence into the game on Thursday night against St Helens

Salford 46 Hunslet 0

Salford finished their pre season in style with a convincing win over Hunslet 46-0.
During a cold afternoon at South Leeds Stadium Salford showed enough to the traveling support especially in the 1st Half that when they need to turn up the heat on their opponents they Can.

Salfords 1st Try came after 6 minutes though Scott Taylor who after good work from Lee crashed over by the posts.

Taylor had a hand in Salfords 2nd try too, a barnstorming run causing chaos in the Hunslet defence allowed Caton Brown space to score

With Rangi Chase converting both  Salford lead 12-0.

Salford had to wait till the 20th minute for their next score, good work by Theo sending Chase under the posts to score.

Greg Johnson was next on the scoresheet 6 minutes later intercepting a loose pass to race 80m to score. Chase converted again and despite a late rally in the 1st Half by Hunslet Salford lead 24 nil at the break.

The 2nd half started and Theo Fagas continued his good pre season form grubber kicking through the Hunslet defence to score 4 minutes into the 2nd half.

Just like last week 2nd half became a bit of a gammy affair, Hunslet battled bravely and Salford were happy just to trade sets.

Hunslets resistance was broken 10 minutes from time when Rangi Chase used his maic from a scrum to go over untouched.

Theo Fagas tormented the Hunslet defence late on and after a bit of magic sent Caton Brown over for his 2nd.
Chase kicked another and it was 0-40.

The final try came from Niel Evans deputising for the absent Locke who cut though the tiring Hawks defence to score from 50m.

Rangi Chase made it 7/8 conversions and Salford fans went away from this final pre season friendly thinking could this be the year of the Devil.

Salford 66 Swinton 4

Salford 1st home game of the season started well with a convincing win over neighbours Swinton Lions in the Alan Henning memorial match.

A strong 1st 40 minutes were produced by Salford with Gareth Hock and Kevin Locke scoring in the 1st 10 minutes to put Salford 12-0 up

Rangi Chase was inspirational throughout tormenting the Swinton defence scoring his 1st try of the game before feeding John Ford with a pass who found Gareth Hock in Support to score his 2nd.

Salford were dominating the play good work by Josh Griffin sent Niall Evans over to score and Salford were in total control.

Salford continued to create opportunities, Kevin Locke danced over for his second after 30 minutes.

John Ford impressed throughout the game got on the score sheet after great pass by Walne.

Rangi Chase got his 2nd try after good work by Jay Walton sent him clear

Half time came with Salford leading 42-0. Despite a less intense 2nd half Salford continued to make the scoreboard tick over.

Rangi Chase completed his hat trick after 55 minutes a great break by J Walton. Swinton hit back with a try of their own after 64 minutes. Good work outwide Shaun Robinson managed to touch down in the corner under pressure from the Salford defence.

Salford found their feet again, Tony Puliatia found Theo Fague In the 69 minute who slid over by the posts

Salford finished with a flourish in the final 10 minutes Rangi Chase scored his 4th against a Tiring defence, and the last move of the game saw George Griffin burst through the Swinton Defence to Send Puliatia over for the final Try

Josh Griffin kicked the last of nine conversions and Salford could then look forward to their final pre season friendly against Hunslet Hawks safe in the knowledge that it was a good run out ahead of the 2015 season.