Born Red, Live Red, Die Red: Salford Red Devils v Leeds Rhinos Big Match Preview

Salford Red Devil's take on Leeds Rhinos at the AJ Bell Stadium this Sunday it's a big game Paul Parkin takes a look at both sides and what we have the look forward to on Sunday.

Well I’m not sure how I’m going to put into words how big this match is for both teams. This could be HUGE! For Salford a win in this could be (If tonight’s Wakefield v Cas game goes in our favour) confirmation of virtually a top 4 finish (crikey) with our superior points difference, still plenty of water to pass under the bridge yet mind. For Leeds well a win for them and like Salford could almost secure their finish in the 4. This is HUGE!

Battle 1: Rob Lui v Joel Moon

Two guys are bang in form right here, and both with magic in their hands (and feet). Rob Lui, new contract in pocket (relief for everyone involved) turned out another man of the match performance in last Sundays win over Huddersfield bagging himself a try in doing so, some of the stuff he produces is mesmerising at times especially for opposing defences. As for Moon, well we know only too well of his prowess, the guy is pure class (Except when making up stories of homesickness) quality in either centre or as has been the case recently at stand off his control of the play and chance creation is top drawer and with an eye for the try line with 14 this season. This could be the key battle of the match.

Battle 2: Michael Dobson v Danny McGuire

The two experienced heads in each camp here, both have seen it and done it at the top level for years. Dobbo our commandeering chief controls every aspect of our game , speeding it up or slowing us down when required, his kicking game last week was unbelievable at times popping up with 2 40/20’s. As for Danny McGuire what can be said his career had been packed with highlights and trophies, epic moments and quality tries. After serving a one match ban last week he’ll be more than up for breaking Salford hearts for the umpteenth time.

Battle 3: Junior Sa’u v Kallum Watkins

If life had have worked out differently these two could have been Salford centre partners but sadly for us that never happened. Junior has been in great form of late not only his trademark blockbusting runs but with plenty of four pointers 9 in the league alone so far this season and he made 155 meters last week to get us on the front foot. Kallum Watkins the former Salford ball boy looks back to his best and that’s pretty scary for every other team in Super League. His speed and size are enough to cause problems but added to that some silky skills he’s a real star.