Peacock can help Leeds rise to challenge - Morley

[josie andrews]

Former Leeds favourite Adrian Morley is tipping his old club to taste Wembley glory by defeating Wigan Warriors in the 2011 Carnegie Challenge Cup final on Saturday week.

And Morley, a Wembley winner with Leeds in 1999, has one piece of advice for any Leeds fan who doubts the Rhinos' ability to beat hot favourites Wigan - 'Do you really want to miss a Leeds Wembley win?'

"I keep hearing that some Leeds fans aren't getting behind the team because they don't think they can beat the Warriors and that's just crazy - you can't dismiss a team like Leeds in a Wembley final," said Morley.

"It's going to be a cracking match. Leeds usually save their best performances for matches against Wigan and the Warriors know they're going to be in a game.

"The Rhinos won't be short of motivation either because they know they didn't do themselves justice last year. I know a lot of their players and I know they're still hurting.

"The experience of having played at Wembley 12 months ago can only be good and they can use that to their advantage. It's a daunting place and you never know how a team like Wigan will cope with the pressure.

"There's a lot of history weighing on the shoulders of all the Wigan players and this is going to be a big day for them, especially their young guns They'll know all about the club's history in the competition and how much expectation comes with that."

Morley, who led Warrington Wolves to back-to-back Wembley wins in 2009 and 2010, is a close friend with Leeds prop Jamie Peacock and believes the England captain's presence could prove the difference.

"It was really tough on 'JP' when he had to miss last year's final after injuring his knee following the semi-final and this is a massive match for him. Playing at Wembley is something he's dreamed about all his life and he can be counted upon to lead from the front," said Morley.

"I can't believe anyone would doubt that a Wembley team featuring the likes of 'JP' won't give as good as it gets. We're training at Warrington on the day of the final so I can't make it but it would be a shame if Leeds don't get the massive support they deserve."

Leeds fans can purchase tickets in all price brackets directly from the Ticket Office at Headingley Carnegie Stadium or by calling 0871 423 1315 (calls cost 10p per minute).

Official coach travel is also available to book. Coaches will depart from Headingley Carnegie Stadium at 7.00am on Saturday August 27.

Tickets for the 2011 Carnegie Challenge Cup final, Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors at Wembley Stadium on Saturday August 27 can also be purchased from the RFL Ticket Office on 0844 856 1113 or by visiting www.rugbyleaguetickets.co.uk

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[josie andrews]

We shall have to wait & see then eh Morley ??

This looks like Leeds still have a 'few' tickets left then.

I know we have some left, but we have sold hell of a lot direct from the RFL

[Kittwazzer]

"The experience of having played at Wembley 12 months ago can only be good and they can use that to their advantage. It's a daunting place and you never know how a team like Wigan will cope with the pressure"

Old people do say the funniest things don't they. Moz has obviously forgotten how our young guns froze on the last big occasion. Was it October or November? I forget. It was somewhere in Manchester though. And I supped a lot of ale!

[OJ]

It's a daunting place and you never know how a team like Wigan will cope with the pressure.

I gave up reading the article at this point as the poor guy hasn't just got double vision - he's got brain damage

[josie andrews]

It's a daunting place and you never know how a team like Wigan will cope with the pressure.

I gave up reading the article at this point as the poor guy hasn't just got double vision - he's got brain damage

[the winky one]

It's a daunting place and you never know how a team like Wigan will cope with the pressure.

I gave up reading the article at this point as the poor guy hasn't just got double vision - he's got brain damage

Ha Ha :thum:

[warrior1989]

Has Mr Morley ever heard of the saying sour grapes ? Is this the same morley whos Warrington team where outclassed by us hmm ? :eusa16:

[BriH]

Former Leeds favourite Adrian Morley is tipping his old club to taste Wembley glory by defeating Wigan Warriors in the 2011 Carnegie Challenge Cup final on Saturday week.

And Morley, a Wembley winner with Leeds in 1999, has one piece of advice for any Leeds fan who doubts the Rhinos' ability to beat hot favourites Wigan - 'Do you really want to miss a Leeds Wembley win?'

"I keep hearing that some Leeds fans aren't getting behind the team because they don't think they can beat the Warriors and that's just crazy - you can't dismiss a team like Leeds in a Wembley final," said Morley.

"It's going to be a cracking match. Leeds usually save their best performances for matches against Wigan and the Warriors know they're going to be in a game.

"The Rhinos won't be short of motivation either because they know they didn't do themselves justice last year. I know a lot of their players and I know they're still hurting.

"The experience of having played at Wembley 12 months ago can only be good and they can use that to their advantage. It's a daunting place and you never know how a team like Wigan will cope with the pressure.

"There's a lot of history weighing on the shoulders of all the Wigan players and this is going to be a big day for them, especially their young guns They'll know all about the club's history in the competition and how much expectation comes with that."

Morley, who led Warrington Wolves to back-to-back Wembley wins in 2009 and 2010, is a close friend with Leeds prop Jamie Peacock and believes the England captain's presence could prove the difference.

"It was really tough on 'JP' when he had to miss last year's final after injuring his knee following the semi-final and this is a massive match for him. Playing at Wembley is something he's dreamed about all his life and he can be counted upon to lead from the front," said Morley.

"I can't believe anyone would doubt that a Wembley team featuring the likes of 'JP' won't give as good as it gets. We're training at Warrington on the day of the final so I can't make it but it would be a shame if Leeds don't get the massive support they deserve."

Leeds fans can purchase tickets in all price brackets directly from the Ticket Office at Headingley Carnegie Stadium or by calling 0871 423 1315 (calls cost 10p per minute).

Official coach travel is also available to book. Coaches will depart from Headingley Carnegie Stadium at 7.00am on Saturday August 27.

Tickets for the 2011 Carnegie Challenge Cup final, Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors at Wembley Stadium on Saturday August 27 can also be purchased from the RFL Ticket Office on 0844 856 1113 or by visiting www.rugbyleaguetickets.co.uk

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Boring, boring, boring. Obviously his double vision is playing tricks! He thinks there are going to be 34 Leeds players out there!!!!!

[Matthew]

Use it for motivation - we should be aiming to smash leeds off the park