Wigan Warriors fans react to the announcement of Lee Briers' departure at the end of the season
and live on Freeview channel 276
The former Warrington scrum-half, who became Matty Peet’s assistant coach at the end of last year, is leaving to take up a role with Brisbane Broncos in the NRL.
Fans have been reacting on social media to the news.
One wrote: “Good luck Lee, live your dreams and have no regrets. Come back to the Warriors in the future.”
Advertisement
Hide AdAdvertisement
Hide AdAnother added: “Such a shame, he will be missed, but well done and good luck.”A third wrote: “Gutted about that. Thank you for your service to the club Lee, you will be missed.”One supporter noted just how difficult it might be to replace Briers next season, stating: “Going to be hard to fill his boot. Need someone with him now shadowing. You have done Wigan proud, not lets get to Old Trafford and finally get you a GF ring.”