Wigan Warriors secured a decisive victory over Catalans Dragons with notable contributions from Adam Keighran, Sam Walters, Kruise Leeming, Junior Nsemba, and Harry Smith; Sky Sports promises to deliver live coverage of every Super League match this season.
Last Updated: 24/05/2025, 8:56 PM
Catch the highlights from the Super League clash between Catalans Dragons and Wigan Warriors.
Catalans Dragons faced a setback as their season takes a downward turn, culminating in a 48-0 loss to Wigan, a week after the unexpected departure of coach Steve McNamara. The Warriors dominated from the start, showcasing a powerful performance under sunny skies in the south of France with standout plays from Liam Marshall.
Under the guidance of interim coach Joel Tomkins, the Dragons struggled to cope with Wigan’s pace and physicality. Despite several key players sidelined due to injuries, the team failed to find an answer to counteract the Warriors’ relentless onslaught.
The absence of pivotal figures like Ben Garcia and Sam Tomkins amplified Catalans’ challenges, as Wigan’s Ethan Havard made his season debut, further boosting their lineup.
Wigan capitalized on early mistakes from the Dragons, with Jai Field racing 40 meters to score the opening try, converted by Adam Keighran. As Catalans’ struggles mounted, with an early captain’s challenge failing, Keighran added a penalty for a swift 8-0 lead.
Liam Marshall sparked a significant attack, facilitating a second try for Sam Walters. The Warriors continued to dominate, with Marshall darting downfield for an impressive 90-meter solo effort, helping Wigan achieve an impressive 20-point lead by halftime.
A brief resurgence from Catalans was cut short before halftime as fatigue and lapses in defense took their toll in the second half. Wigan moved decisively, with strikes from Junior Nsemba and Keighran extending their lead further.
Tomkins on McNamara’s Departure: A Surprise for All
Reflecting post-match, coach Joel Tomkins described the atmosphere following McNamara’s sudden departure as jarring for the team. “It’s tough to face the top team in the league, especially without some of our key players,” he stated. “We have a lot of work ahead to reach that competitive level, especially before our upcoming match against Hull FC.”
Tomkins is hopeful for improvements with potential returns of Nick Cotric and Tommy Makinson to bolster their lineup.
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