In what can only be described as the underwhelming culmination of the regular season, Hull FC will square off against Catalan Dragons this Saturday. The match, though lacking in excitement on paper, still holds significance for both teams as they look to end their season on a high note.
The kick-off is scheduled for Saturday 21st September, 2024, at 3:00pm in the UK, which translates to Sunday 22nd September at 0:00am in Australia. For fans in the US, the match will start at 10:00am ET and 7:00am PT on Saturday 21st September.
For those looking to catch the action on TV, Sky Sports + will be broadcasting the match live in the UK, while Fox League will have coverage in Australia. Unfortunately, fans in the US will not have the luxury of watching the match live on television.
However, fret not, as online streaming options are available for fans worldwide. In the UK, the match will be streamed on SkyGo, while Australian viewers can tune in via Kayo Sports. Fans in the US can also catch the action on SuperLeague+.
The Dragons have found themselves in a precarious position in recent weeks, slipping out of the top six after a string of poor performances. Their fate now hangs in the balance, with Friday’s results of the Leigh and Leeds matches set to determine their final standing.
On the other hand, Hull FC will be bidding farewell to club stalwart Danny Houghton, who is set to play his final match before retiring. The fans are expected to come out in force to show their appreciation for the veteran player. Ligi Sao, Jed Cartwright, and Callum Kemp are among the players set to feature alongside Houghton in the 21-man squad.
In contrast, Catalan Dragons have made two changes to their squad for the clash against Hull. Tom Johnstone and Guillermo Aispuro-Biche have been drafted in to replace Jordan Abdull and the suspended Arthur Romano.
As the two teams prepare to battle it out on the field, one can’t help but wonder what the outcome will be. The stakes may not be sky-high, but pride and honor are always on the line in the world of rugby league. Will Hull FC bid adieu to Houghton with a victory, or will the Dragons spoil the party and salvage some pride? Only time will tell.
