SOCIAL MEDIA REACTS: Grand Final 2020

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If ever there was going to be a year that the Grand Final was decided after the final hooter had sounded courtesy of a drop goal attempt that hit the post, bounced back over the crossbar and into the arms of an onrushing chaser, it would be 2020!

Fans and novices alike were gripped by an enthralling final, with the most incredible of endings. We look back at how social media reacted to Super League's big night.

Pre Match

Rob Burrow lent his voice to the Sky Sports' opening promo. It was an emotional start to the evening. In case you didn't see it, here it is:

And the tears were already flowing! 

Next up, a Grand Final tradition - Jerusalem!

First Half

Time for the action to begin!

The first half saw St Helens dominate territory, although Wigan coming closest to the game's first try. But it was the Saints who led, with a Lachlan Coote penalty coming in the final kick of the half.

Breakthrough

It took 65 minutes, but Wigan got the game's first try. A well-worked move saw Jake Bibby cross!

And there were celebrations in cherry and white! 

That Finish

Lachlan Coote drew the game level with 8 minutes to go and a Zak Hardaker missed penalty gave St Helens one last shot. They took it through Jack Welsby. 

Wigan's official Twitter account offered a descriptive view:

St Helens...well, a more emotive perspective!

Yes, I am sure you have seen the winner, but I can't get through this blog post without including it!

You may have seen the try, you may not have seen it from James Graham's perspective. If you haven't this is worth a watch! 

Reaction

The St Helens players, staff and fans went wild. So did Twitter. 

The Trophy Lift

It's always a special moment!

Fr-enemies

Wigan and St Helens may be enemies, but rugby league is a game of respect.

The second picture of Alex Walmsley and Jackson Hastings sums up our sport. 

The Last Word

The last word goes to Lewis. Nothing more needs to be said!

What a game! What an ending! Remember to check back here tomorrow for our full Grand Final review!

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