MATCH PREVIEW
The Wembley trail continues this weekend as North Wales Crusaders host 2023 Challenge Cup winners and Super League outfit Leigh Leopards to Colwyn Bay in the 3rd round of the Betfred Challenge Cup. The Welsh outfit booked their place in the 3rd round with a 110-0 demolition of Bedford Tigers in the previous round. North Wales Crusaders were overwhelming favourites two weeks ago, but will have the underdog tag on Saturday night.
North Wales Crusaders coach Dean Muir said “It’s an exciting time to play such a prestigious fixture under the lights. We have prepared well, We have a plan and let’s see how we can challenge Leigh. Our players will have nothing to lose, and i just want them to express themselves, and enjoy the occasion as these kind of games don’t come round too often, we want to show the best account of ourselves and play some exciting rugby”
ONES TO WATCH
Junior Westwood (North Wales Crusaders)
Junior was a off season signing from Warrington Wolves, The halfback contributed to Warrington’s unbeaten year at academy level in 2025.Westwood will be in line to make his full professional debut for North Wales Crusaders tomorrow evening.Junior offers something different in attack, has quick feet and had a strong pre-season.
Lachlan Lam (Leigh Leopards)
It’s a bit like a family affair tomorrow as son Lachlan will be playing for father Adrian who is the Leopards head coach.Lachlan Lam is a big ball player, he will lead the team around the pitch and will control the game with his kicking game.
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