Wigan Warriors Edge Penrith Panthers in Thrilling World Club Challenge Contest
The Wigan Warriors have emerged victorious in the 2024 World Club Challenge, defeating the Penrith Panthers 18-14 in a nail-biting contest. The match, played at the DW Stadium, was a thrilling encounter that saw both teams give it their all in pursuit of the coveted title.¹
The Panthers, fresh from their NRL premiership win, were looking to make it back-to-back titles, but the Warriors had other plans. Wigan’s defense was solid throughout the match, with the team’s forwards laying the platform for their backs to attack.²
The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams trading blows throughout the 80 minutes. The Panthers’ Nathan Cleary and Jarome Luai were instrumental in their team’s attack, but the Warriors’ defense held strong.³
Wigan’s victory was sealed in the dying minutes of the match, when a penalty goal gave them a four-point cushion. The Panthers pushed hard for a late try, but the Warriors’ defense held firm to secure the win.⁴
The World Club Challenge is one of the most prestigious titles in rugby league, and the Warriors’ victory marks their first win in the competition since 2017.
_World Club Challenge Match Details_
– _Score:_ Wigan Warriors 18, Penrith Panthers 14
– _Venue:_ DW Stadium
– _Attendance:_ 20,000+
– _Man of the Match:_ TBC
_Post-Match Reaction_
Wigan Warriors coach, Matt Peet, was ecstatic with his team’s performance, saying, “I’m incredibly proud of the boys. They’ve worked tirelessly to get to this point, and to come out on top is just fantastic.”
Penrith Panthers coach, Ivan Cleary, was gracious in defeat, praising the Warriors for their tenacity and determination. “Wigan were outstanding tonight. They deserved their win, and we can’t take anything away from them.”
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