Warrington Wolves will host the Vikings for a pre-season friendly at Halliwell Jones Stadium this Friday. The match is scheduled to kick off at 7:30 PM. Both teams have each secured one win in their last two encounters, adding an extra layer of anticipation to this local rivalry.
TICKET & ENTRY INFORMATION
Tickets for the away match can be purchased at the club shop today from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM or online. Note that there will be no cash turnstiles available on match night. Supporters can buy tickets at the Warrington ticket office, with Vikings fans seated in the West Stand (standing) and North Stand (reserved seating).
SQUAD NEWS
Head Coach Allan Coleman has announced a 22-man squad for this pre-season event. Unfortunately, several players, including Adam Lawton and Tom Gilmore, will not participate due to injury.
Warrington Wolves Lineup
- Cai Taylor-Wray
- Josh Thewlis
- Toby King
- Josh Smith
- Jake Thewlis
- Ewan Irwin
- Marc Sneyd
- Liam Byrne
- Daniel Walker
- Joe Philbin
- Sam Stone
- Kelepi Tanginoa
- Luke Yates
WILDE LOOKS FORWARD TO THE MATCH
Sam Wilde, a former academy player for Warrington, expressed excitement about returning to Halliwell Jones Stadium. Now serving as the Vice-Captain of the Vikings for the 2026 season, he is eager to make a significant impact.
MATCH OFFICIALS
Jack Smith has been appointed as the referee for this fixture, with Warren Turley and Ryan Cox serving as touch judges.
FOLLOW THE GAME WITH THE VIKINGS
If you cannot attend the game, don’t worry. Fans can stay updated with live match coverage and updates through the official El-Balad social media accounts.
COACH’S PREVIEW
Allan Coleman is enthusiastic about facing Warrington as part of his team’s preparation for the upcoming Championship campaign. He noted the importance of testing against strong teams, emphasizing that this match is crucial for assessing their readiness.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Warrington Wolves and the Vikings have met 260 times, with Warrington leading the all-time series. The standings include:
- Vikings victories: 99
- Warrington victories: 143
- Draws: 18
Last 10 Competitive Encounters
| Date | Result |
|---|---|
| 15/03/2025 | Vikings 16 – 26 Warrington |
| 30/03/2018 | Warrington 32 – 18 Vikings |
| 16/02/2018 | Vikings 10 – 18 Warrington |
| 20/07/2017 | Warrington 22 – 6 Vikings |
| 13/04/2017 | Vikings 10 – 19 Warrington |
| 09/09/2016 | Warrington 30 – 12 Vikings |
| 22/04/2016 | Vikings 16 – 48 Warrington |
| 25/03/2016 | Warrington 28 – 10 Vikings |
| 03/05/2015 | Warrington 22 – 20 Vikings |
| 02/04/2015 | Vikings 30 – 10 Warrington |
The upcoming match is anticipated to be an exciting encounter as both teams prepare to ramp up their performance ahead of the season. Fans of both sides are looking forward to what promises to be a thrilling event at Halliwell Jones Stadium.
