Wigan Warriors are set to sell out the DW Stadium in February as they meet Penrith Panthers in the World Club Challenge and have already sold 17,000 tickets.
Wigan were crowned Super League Champions at they defeated Catalans Dragons in a tight Grand Final at Old Trafford 10-2 thanks to a Liam Marshall try and goals from Harry Smith.
As for Penrith, they won a third consecutive Grand Final coming from behind to break Brisbane Broncos hearts with Nathan Cleary scoring the winner.
They have a point to prove after they were beaten by a Lewis Dodd drop goal in the World Club Challenge in 2023 against St Helens.
This time, the game is being held in the UK at the DW Stadium and will see the Warriors sell out the DW Stadium with help from Penrith’s traveling fans.
The Panthers quest to become World Champions will see the NRL Premiers face Super League title holders Wigan Warriors at DW Stadium in England on Saturday 24 February.
In association with The Rugby League Experience Panthers is excited to launch the ultimate World Club Challenge Tour.
The England adventure will depart Sydney on Friday 16 February and include a four day stopover in London before the group makes its way to Manchester ahead of the World Club Challenge fixture. The travelling party will depart Manchester on Sunday 25 February for the return flight to Sydney.
The features of the tour include:
Eight nights accommodation at four star hotels in London and Manchester including breakfasts
Blue Badge Guided Tour of London sights
Iconic sports tours of Lords and Wimbledom
Lunch at the Lords Tavern
Train from London to Manchester
Tour of Old Trafford
South Stand Lounge Hospitality including two course pre match buffet meal at the World Club Challenge
Airport transfers
Transfers for all group activities
WORLD CLUB CHALLENGE EXPERIENCE PRICE
$5,999 per person twin share
$1,000 single supplement
Penrith are set to bring a number of fans over thanks to this amazing offer. It is set to be a terrific event for all involved and the latest step in revamping the competition which really started with last year’s game between Penrith and of course holders St Helens.
