WIGAN have switched their home engage Super League elimination play-off tie against Bradford on Friday night to Widnes Vikings’ Stobart Stadium.

The Warriors, who earned a home tie after claiming fourth place in the table at the end of the regular season, have been told they cannot use the JJB Stadium because Wigan Athletic are at home to Sunderland on Saturday.

In order to offset the disappointment for their fans, Wigan are laying on free coach travel for fans to Widnes.

Chairman Ian Lenagan said: “When Brian Noble and I met with the team this morning to explain the situation, their response made us determined to do all we could to encourage the Wigan fans to travel in numbers and to show the spirit in adversity of the Wigan fans and players together.

“This special offer will help in some way to recreate the JJB Stadium for the night.”

Wigan explored the possibility of switching the tie to Thursday or Sunday but were told the game must be played on Friday due to Sky TV commitments and the Rugby Football League ruled out the possibility of moving it to Bradford because it would compromise the integrity of the competition. Tweet