No, you're right. It would have taken a complete fool to try and wind the opposition up before a game as important as this.

He's done the right thing by his team though and that's what is most important. He certainly, regardless of the result, comes away with more class & dignity than Jamie Peacock or Doctor Evil.

I don't think Leeds should have been so outspoken - particularly Jamie Peacock. The comments with Phil Clarke are separate and are unrelated to Wigan, but Peacock's comments are foolish and asking for trouble IMO. He has called two of our players cowards - wont bother them one bit - but he has said that "he is sure that our lads will remember it" or something along those lines. This is idiotic IMO. He is suggesting to me that Leeds will look to dish some out as a sort of revenge. I think this is foolish, Leeds need to maintain their discipline and follow the game plan of their coach if they are to win the match. His comments don't allow for that.

Of course I expect you to argue the exact opposite and defend Peacock's comment to the death. I can't be bothered seeing a thread going 24 pages long with the same petty arguments. It makes for an intriguing match and one the neutral will enjoy.

Can't believe Madge hasn't responded and defended his club.

Maguire out

You seem very sure about that

To be honest, as a Leeds fan, I think our players have taken it too far with the comments and should have stopped a while ago. There is no need to come out with statements that have no real purpose or affect on the opposition.

Wow.

I'm stunned.

Well done that man.

Do you . I couldn't care less what he said to be quite honest. But if they think all this will get under the skin of the Wigan players then so be it. But regardless of the result on Saturday night, we'll never know the effect these 'mind games' have on the outcome.

I think we will too

As I said, the game is won on the pitch. You'll never have conclusive proof as to how much the press talk affected the players. If Leeds win I certainly won't be claiming that the mind games played a part. I'd prefer to believe that we were the better team on the night and got the tactics spot on. If Wigan win, the same goes for them.

Conversely, if Leeds come out and put a few head high shots in on Mark Riddell or Thomas Leuluai, you would have to argue that is was premeditated in the media by Jamie Peacock.

Likewise, if Mark Riddell or Thomas Leuluai have a shocker, you could make a case for Jamie Peacock's comments affecting them.

I accept the point you are trying to make though.

Fair comment. Let's just hope for a tough (but fair) and entertaining clash eh?

Let them chat **** all they want it shows how scared they are i'm loving it