Thought Crusaders played OK in the first half. Second half, they had to do a lot of tackling and I think that shown in the end as they looked knackered. Decent game imo.

I don't think they'll be wooden spooners this season.

Depends how Bradford do

Indeed. If we thrash a few teams by more than we thrash Crusaders, then one of those other teams might indeed finish below Crusaders on points difference - good spot.

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One man's credible defeat is another man's pathetic capitulation

Strange sense of Deja vu

I went to the game tonight. Everyone seemed really positive about it and to pull a crowd of 10300 is fantastic. Regardless of it being the first game and against the current champions, this has to be recognised.

True, not alot of singing, but what to sing?!

It was a massive effort from the Crusaders players. Their fitness was their downfall in the end. I'm surprised they managed to hang on to 6-6 for so long, they looked exhausted at moments of the first half.

Of course their crowds will fall, but everyone I've spoken to has expressed a desire to go again, so why not give them the chance.

Quite enjoyed that, despite slipping and sliding around coming away.

Its all there for Crusaders really, decent stadium, plenty of parking (theres a shopping centre right by, plus the Uni, plenty of spaces).

Just hope the floating fans don't look at the scoreline and reflect on that, it was even for 65 minutes.

Pathetic decision from Silverwood. Blatant cheating as the footage proved it was 100% no try.

Thaler needs sacking really, he is a pathetic excuse of a ref

=#8000FFThey all are, not one good one between the lot of em, same for the touch judges.

The acid test so to speak is probably the Catalans game (19th March), although most SL clubs get small gates against the French.

Hull at home next should be a decent draw, can't see it being sold out again but a hearty 8000 would do me nicely.