Saints fans... I have never been so torn as to who to shout for next week. Previously, it has always been Leeds. HOWEVER...
Whilst I dislike Saints "The Team", and in particular your dirty element (you know who I'm talking about), I remain very impressed by both the quality of play and conduct of your youngsters. I also am finding the general quality of the debate with your fans has improved. In fact, if it wasn't for the fact that Cunningham is still somehow involved in Rugby League, I'd almost reach the point of >cough, splutter< not hating St Helens.
I know, it's horrible, isn't it. It'll get worse when Graham leaves, too.
Meanwhile, whilst Leeds "The Team" pretty much only has McGuire and Bailey as their "highly disagreeable" players, their fans, on the other hand, have become the most officious, infantile, one-eyed, abusive and downright dislikable fans on the whole of RLFans.
Since the only poster who comes close to their depravity on the Saints side is Don Brennan, they are massively disadvantaged. And I'm massively confused.
So, give me a reason why I should hope for a Saints win. And something more original than "Because we're in Lancashire" and "Have you seen our young players coming through". Lie if you have to.
Two quick final points... Leeds don't get this chance to sway me because they banned me from their board. I was banned for BEING called a racist... understand that if you can.
And the other point, well played on Saturday. A combination of us throwing away too many chances and you playing a very solid, well-coached game means that for once, I have no controversy, cheating or referee inadequacy to complain about. Play like that on Saturday, and you WILL win.
God I feel sick now.