I would say definitely M62, then A1. I travelled on A1 last night and there is a little bit of single lane north of Scotch Corner but won't slow you down too much especially on a Sunday.

Leave A1 at J65 (Washington services) joining the A194 (South Shields, Tyne Tunnel). After about 3 miles, turn left picking up signs for Newcastle and Gateshead - the ground is about 2 miles along on your right - it is an absolute doddle.

Have a good trip, I can't sleep either - let's hope for some good crack, in some good atmosphere - with the best team winning.

Gan canny

Gary

Slept like a baby (woke up every 3 hours wanting a feed ) can't get excited this season got more of a buzz yesterday at East, never thought in 45 years of watching Leigh id never say that, hope I change my mind once Im driving up there can't help having a feeling of Fraser in 'Dads Army' 'WERE DOOMED I TELL YE WERE DOOMED'

Huge mix of excitement and nervousness, this really is a big game. Off to the pub in a minute for beer and brekkie, think that should cure the butterflies