MATCHDAY: Everything you need to know about Wire vs Wigan

It’s time for the first meeting with your nearest and dearest in 2024.

Many eyes may be on next weekend’s Challenge Cup final between the two, but for now, Warrington Wolves and Wigan Warriors face each other with two Super League points at stake.

With both sides involved in a three-way tie at the top of the table, there is the chance to go to Wembley with a bit of a lead – but who will take it?

Check out all the key match info and build-up below…

Warrington Wolves vs Wigan Warriors tickets, TV details and match referee

This is the Wire’s “retro round” schedule, so they’ll be wearing their new third kit inspired by the 1997 season for the game, which kicks off at 3 p.m.

Cash turnstiles will be available in the South and West Stands, while fans wanting seats in the North and East Stands can purchase tickets through the North Stand box office.

Like every Super League game this season, today’s game is live on Sky Sports, with coverage from 2.30pm on Sky Sports Main Event and Action.

Jack Smith will referee this afternoon’s contest with Ben Thaler as the video referee.

Warrington Wolves vs Wigan Warriors pre-match

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Watch Warrington Wolves vs Wigan Warriors with us

As always, we’ll be bringing you all of today’s action as it happens right here on the Warrington Guardian website.

‘Matchday Live’ will kick off from 1pm to bring you all the build-up plus live commentary straight from the Halliwell Jones Stadium.

After the full-time hooter, we’ll also be your one-stop shop for the deepest post-match reaction from the Wire camp.