Saints face Hull FC at the MKM Stadium on Saturday lunchtime with kick off at 12.30pm as we look to back up our opening day win live on Channel 4.
BACKGROUND…
Adam Hills presents live coverage of this Super League clash between two rugby league giants, as Hull FC welcome Saints to the MKM Stadium. The game is live on Channel 4 with kick off at 12:30pm.
Saints head into Round 2 on the back of an impressive 28-8 win over Catalans Dragons in Round 1, whilst Hull FC overcame Wakefield 12-16.
Hull boss Brett Hodgson has been forced into several changes ahead of the match, losing both Jake Connor (one match) and Andre Savelio (two matches) to suspension, while Carlos Tuimavave also drops out with a tight hamstring. Saints however have named the same 21 who defeated the Dragons.
Hull FC have confirmed their plans to remember the life and career of club legend Johnny Whiteley MBE ahead of Saturday’s Betfred Super League clash against St Helens. The Black & Whites’ legendary former captain and coach passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on Sunday evening surrounded by his close family.
LAST TEN MEETINGS:
Hull FC 10, St Helens 42 (SLR17, 2/8/21)
Hull FC 18, St Helens 33 (CCSF, 5/6/21)
St Helens 34, Hull FC 16 (SLR8, 28/5/21)
Hull FC 18, St Helens 32 (SLR3, 16/2/20)
Hull FC 6, St Helens 22 (SLR29, 13/9/19)
Hull FC 12, St Helens 40 (SLR21, 5/7/19)
St Helens 62, Hull FC 16 (SLR12, 22/4/19)
St Helens 38, Hull FC 12 (SLS8-R5, 14/9/18)
Hull FC 18, St Helens 34 (SLR21, 13/7/18)
St Helens 25, Hull FC 22 (CCQF, 3/6/18)
MILESTONES
TOMMY MAKINSON needs one try to reach 150 for St Helens – (263 appearances, 2011-2022)
MARK PERCIVAL needs one try to reach 100 for St Helens – (183 appearances, 2013-2022)
SQUADS
COACHES PREVIEW
Head over to Saints TV to hear Kristian Woolf’s thoughts ahead of the game, whilst Joe Batchelor also insists we need to back up last week’s win with another two points.
MAN IN THE MIDDLE
Chris Kendall will be the referee and Liam Moore will be the video referee.
KIT?
Saints are the away team, but we will play in our traditional red and white kit with our new front of shirt sponsor, Home Bargains!
HULL TO REMEMBER CLUB LEGEND
Hull FC have confirmed their plans to remember the life and career of club legend Johnny Whiteley MBE ahead of Saturday’s Betfred Super League clash against St Helens. The Black & Whites’ legendary former captain and coach passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on Sunday evening surrounded by his close family.
CAN I STILL BUY TICKETS FOR THE MATCH?
9️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ Saints Fans! 🤩
We've sold our allocation for Saturday's trip to face @hullfcofficial live on @C4Sport – What an effort! 👏
Tickets are available on the gate, but Coach Travel is fully booked and parking is unfortunately unavailable at the stadium.
Read more 👇#COYS
— St.Helens R.F.C. (@Saints1890) February 17, 2022
Saints supporters can purchase tickets on the turnstiles from the Pitchside Bar located outside the North Stand.
WHAT TIME DO COACHES LEAVE ST HELENS?
Coach travel is also fully booked. Fans who have booked their coach travel should note they cannot park at the Totally Wicked Stadium on Saturday due to a film crew being on site.
Coaches will depart the Totally Wicked Stadium at 9am.
WHAT TIME DO THE TURNSTILES OPEN AT THE MKM STADIUM?
Away fans are seated in the North Stand and the turnstiles open at 11:30am.
TRAVEL AND PARKING IN HULL
Parking is available at the MKM Stadium on Walton Street car park, charged at £5 per vehicle.
Alternative parking is available at St. Stephen’s Shopping Centre (HU2 8LN – approx 10-minute walk) for just £1 on the night.
The MKM Stadium is just a short walk from Hull Paragon station in the City centre.
St. Stephen’s Shopping Centre is a stone’s throw away from the MKM Stadium, with a direct walk down Londesborough Street and across the stadium footpaths.
Parking is available on match night for supporters, charged at £1, as well as exclusive food and drink offers from match ticket holders.
Hot food, snacks, beers and ciders are available on the concourse, as well as Hull’s unique award-winning pies from local producer, Hull Pie. Check out our different local flavours at each game.
WHAT IS THERE TO DO IN THE GROUND?
There is plenty to look forward to at the ground, as well as 80-minutes of Super League action. The MKM Stadium big screen will include fan pictures and tweets, as well as recent highlights and videos.
Hull FC’s cheerleaders will be in action, as well as special pre-match build up before the teams come out!
At half-time one fan will get the chance to take on the Black and Whites’ popular half-time challenge, ‘Boot It’, plus plenty more.
Hot and cold food, snacks, drinks and alcoholic beverages are also available from the stadium concourses.
You can also pick up a copy of The 18th Man, Hull FC’s exclusive matchday programme, for £3 from the various sellers around the ground.
I CAN’T ATTEND – WHERE CAN I FOLLOW THE GAME?
The game is televised on Channel 4, but supporters can also follow the game on our official Twitter, Facebook and Instagram accounts as well as on our Live Match Centre.
Reaction will follow the Full-Time whistle on our website and social media channels whilst the highlights and the full 80 minute replay will be on Saints TV for subscribers the following day.
RIVALS WATCH
Friday
Wigan vs Leeds – 8pm – Sky Sports
Saturday
Huddersfield vs Hull KR – 3pm
Catalans vs Wakefield – 6pm – Sky Sports
Sunday
Salford vs Toulouse – 3pm
