Wigan Warriors: Here is how Matty Peet's side entered the stadium on Friday night

Wigan Warriors’ pre-match routine was slightly different on Friday night for the game against Catalans Dragons.

By Amos Wynn

Published 3rd Sep 2022, 04:55 BST

Updated 3rd Sep 2022, 10:55 BST

The team made their way through the fan zone at Robin Park Arena, before heading straight onto the pitch at the DW Stadium for the warm-up.

Here is how it looked:

1. Smiles all round

John Bateman enjoys the moment of walking through the fan zone. Photo: Bernard Platt

The fan zone was full of atmosphere as the squad walked through. Photo: Bernard Platt

The idea allowed the players to connect with the fans in a different way to usual before the warm-up. Photo: Bernard Platt

Liam Byrne says hello to the fans on his way across to the DW Stadium. Photo: Bernard Platt