Rowley and Peet Receive Same Message from Fans Ahead of Good Friday Derby

St Helens head coach Paul Rowley and Wigan Warriors head coach Matt Peet have received a clear message from fans: secure a win against their rivals on Good Friday. The annual grudge match between the two Super League giants is always highly anticipated, with iconic players like Andy Farrell, Paul Sculthorpe, and Sam Tomkins having made significant contributions in the past. This contest showcases homegrown talent, with fans eager to see their team emerge victorious against their nearby rivals. For Rowley, who is approaching his seventh Super League match in charge of Saints, this clash is a highlight of the calendar. He stated, 'I am obviously looking forward to it. I think joining St Helens, it became clear immediately that this meant everything to the public.' Rowley understands the importance of this match to the club and the community, and he is excited about the healthy rivalry between the two teams. Peet, who is in his fifth season in charge of the Warriors, is also aware of the expectations from his side on Friday afternoon. He mentioned, 'I have had similar messages ever since I stepped into the role, I think. Both of us are from the area, you have seen enough of these games over the years, enjoyed them as spectators.' The Good Friday clash is intriguing, given the context of the season so far. Saints have a significant number of injuries, including star players Jack Welsby, Matty Lees, and Alex Walmsley. Despite these injuries, Rowley is focusing on the positives, particularly the opportunity for younger players to participate in one of the biggest games of the season. He added, 'Well, pretty much all of my team is injured but we will put 17 players out on the field. From our point of view, there is a lot of positives to the youngsters getting to play.' Meanwhile, Wigan was unbeaten until they suffered a shock loss to Huddersfield Giants. Peet will also be relying on young talent, including Noah Hodkinson, who is set for his third Super League start at the age of 20. Peet believes that these games are about giving young players the opportunity to shine, stating, 'We have all seen enough of these games over the years to know the intensity of it. Some of these lads will get big moments.'